Author Topic: We are now semi-serious about a new car (Read 2954 times)

sirAQUAMAN64 · « **Reply #20 on:** March 30, 2005, 11:36:41 am »

Base Mazda3 2.0L is the best of all of them.

The 2.3L's really deteriorate from that.

People don't buy the Mazda's for fuel economy. You're getting worse mileage than a good V6.

jeeper · « **Reply #21 on:** March 30, 2005, 11:52:59 am »

I think Volvo V50 is the best choice for you...the price tab is a bit higher than what u want to pay for the car but its worth it!!!

quadzilla · « **Reply #22 on:** March 30, 2005, 12:41:31 pm »

Since I already drive a Mazda I know about their fuel economy stories. I have to say that I've been lucky and able to manage EPA or slightly worse with the odd better tank thrown in. I think the Mazda 2.3L is rated at 6.7 l/100 in the Mz3 which is rated better than my P5 at 7.3 l/100. What it gets in real world is and can be different of course. Plus if you like to drive with the loud pedal and drive at 120+ what should you expect. The Honda SIR is rated at 7.0 l/100 which is the same class?.
But the Mz3 is too small for us as its the same size (basically) of what we have already. Besides, I like the P5 better as it has more go cart like handling.

I looked up the EPA for the Volvo. All number for the auto trans.
2.4i = 7.3 hwy
T5 = 7.3 hwy
T5 AWD = 8.3 hwy
Why not just get the T5 besides the 5G difference?

I've seen some Volvo dealer recomendations here but can't find them. Anybody care to re-recomend? We might be able to find some time on Saturday to go there.

Also, I found a 2004 Mazda 6-Wagon (GS) loaded with only 60kms (as in only 60) in TO. 0% interest and some discounts. Sure adds to the confusion.

(Message edited by quadzilla on March 30, 2005)

jeeper · « **Reply #23 on:** March 30, 2005, 01:34:40 pm »

if u need the extra power and can afford that price tag...then its ok...

anyway i would still stick to the 2.4i with Premium Pkg (to add TC and ESP) + Climate Pkg...and with a bit of negotiation and discussion u could lower 1000$ to 2000$ off MSRP...and thats it...

do u intend to lease or finance?

quadzilla · « **Reply #24 on:** March 30, 2005, 01:58:13 pm »

We were looking at financing.

Thanks again for all the extra help here.

Bullet Blue · « **Reply #25 on:** March 30, 2005, 02:25:09 pm »

S60 can recommend some good Volvo dealers in your area. Drop him a private message.

S60 · « **Reply #26 on:** March 30, 2005, 02:39:08 pm »

Quad, I recommend Newmarket Volvo.

WW · « **Reply #27 on:** March 31, 2005, 01:30:32 am »

Financing for the V50 is at 1.8% up to 48 months...