So we test drove a bunch of cars.
05-03-2011, 11:31 PM
#16
Id get the acura ... i should have gone that way, V6 with power (not as much as the G37) but saves gas better than the G37, and the fully loaded one is pretty much the same as a fully loaded G37
05-04-2011, 01:07 AM
#17
+1 for the Acura. I used to have the 2010 TL-SHAWD before I got my G and I definitely agree that the leather seats feel a LOT more comfortable than the G. Handling-wise I loved how the AWD system "pushes" you in the direction you're turning into when you give it some gas.
05-04-2011, 01:10 AM
#18
I guess I should have been more specific. I think the Acura's SH-AWD system actually allocates torque to the rear wheels when necessary. So like when you make a hard right turn, some torque will be sent to the rear left wheel. Is it how it's supposed to work? 
What non-lux brands/models are you talking about?
What non-lux brands/models are you talking about?
05-04-2011, 11:11 AM
#21
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I used to love the Acura's until they put that Fugly grille on it. What's up with that it looks like a friggin can opener. The earlier models were nice looking rides put the old style grille back on and I might consider one.
05-04-2011, 11:16 AM
#22
No, AWD is definitely not important to us living in Houston. The only reason we consider the TL SH-AWD is because we like its performance/handling and find it comparable to the G. The regular TL is just like the Lexus ES350.
The A4 is kinda small. We want something slightly bigger, smoother than the G. The roads are not that great in Houston, so my G without sport package feels bumpy at times.
@tharbemiko: what do you think about the NAV in the TL vs. the G?
The A4 is kinda small. We want something slightly bigger, smoother than the G. The roads are not that great in Houston, so my G without sport package feels bumpy at times.
@tharbemiko: what do you think about the NAV in the TL vs. the G?
05-04-2011, 11:18 AM
#23
They toned down the grille for 2012 model. They also made changes to the rear as well. I like what I see, so that's why we are considering it. You should check it out in person.
05-04-2011, 12:37 PM
#24
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I'd say go with the 2011 FX35!
Being a 2nd gen FX owner I can give you my current take on the 2nd gen FX:
Pros:
5. All the tech is awesome inside too. I love the around view monitor with the 4 camera's. No other manufactuer has that. Not even BMW's knock off front view camera.
Being a 2nd gen FX owner I can give you my current take on the 2nd gen FX:
Pros:
5. All the tech is awesome inside too. I love the around view monitor with the 4 camera's. No other manufactuer has that. Not even BMW's knock off front view camera.
05-04-2011, 02:15 PM
#25
No, AWD is definitely not important to us living in Houston. The only reason we consider the TL SH-AWD is because we like its performance/handling and find it comparable to the G. The regular TL is just like the Lexus ES350.
The A4 is kinda small. We want something slightly bigger, smoother than the G. The roads are not that great in Houston, so my G without sport package feels bumpy at times.
@tharbemiko: what do you think about the NAV in the TL vs. the G?
The A4 is kinda small. We want something slightly bigger, smoother than the G. The roads are not that great in Houston, so my G without sport package feels bumpy at times.
@tharbemiko: what do you think about the NAV in the TL vs. the G?
05-04-2011, 04:29 PM
#27
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Did you consider the new Volvo S60 T6?, fully loaded - should be around $42-44K OTD...?
Seems to have good overall reviews; it's new so you need to be careful with the "quinks" in new Models, No matter who the Manufacturer. Or for that matter, if you don't mind FWD cars: a Fully loaded Maxima or the Caddy CTS ( the coupe is really Nice).
Seems to have good overall reviews; it's new so you need to be careful with the "quinks" in new Models, No matter who the Manufacturer. Or for that matter, if you don't mind FWD cars: a Fully loaded Maxima or the Caddy CTS ( the coupe is really Nice).
05-04-2011, 05:12 PM
#30
I think the point the poster was trying to make with the Hyundai reference is they have been synonymous with poor quality since their inception.
They are, admittedly, at least trying to improve and offering better warranties to back up their work, but in the end, they still haven't convinced the majority of consumers that they can be trusted.
Just a few decades ago Toyota was "a joke of a brand". They've turned things around.