View Poll Results: what is the most appealing econo box
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KIA soul VS Scion Xb VS Nissan Cube
04-17-09, 09:25 AM
#17
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04-17-09, 07:10 PM
#18
Lexus Fanatic
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The Scion only lost its uniqueness because it was so popular that every brand had to release a me too version. The new scion XB look bad *** with a drop and a nice set of wheels
04-17-09, 07:28 PM
#19
Lexus Fanatic
All three of them, IMO, are fugly, style-wise, but there is no denying the box-like space efficiency each one offers for passenger and cargo room inside. All three of them (and the Honda Fit) would be a nice consideration for those who want maximum interior space with minimum outside dimensions, especially the Soul and Cube, since the second-generation xB has grown a little larger. Care must be taken with these vehicles, though, that they are not overloaded beyond what the manufacturers rate them to safely carry, because, with so much space inside, it's easy.......and a temptation..... to overstuff them.
If it were my money, I'd probably go with the Soul. It looks slightly less awkward than the two others, has a low price, offers pretty much the same room, and has the longest warranty. It is, though, of course, new and unproved, where you know that the xB and Cube will be reliable. The xB, though, like all Scions, sells for full list (Saturn-like) with no discounts. That, of course, makes the paperwork and deal-making at the dealership much easier for new, first-time buyers and people who don't want to haggle, but it may not guarantee a good (or the lowest) price. The xB also offers the largest engine and the most power if you need to haul things.....like with a handyman's vehicle.
If it were my money, I'd probably go with the Soul. It looks slightly less awkward than the two others, has a low price, offers pretty much the same room, and has the longest warranty. It is, though, of course, new and unproved, where you know that the xB and Cube will be reliable. The xB, though, like all Scions, sells for full list (Saturn-like) with no discounts. That, of course, makes the paperwork and deal-making at the dealership much easier for new, first-time buyers and people who don't want to haggle, but it may not guarantee a good (or the lowest) price. The xB also offers the largest engine and the most power if you need to haul things.....like with a handyman's vehicle.
Last edited by mmarshall; 04-19-09 at 12:35 PM.
04-19-09, 02:42 AM
#21
Lexus Fanatic
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after reading articles on the three it seems like the Kia soul is one hell of a car for its class. It gives the scion a run for its money in every category and it is cheaper.
Apparently when read up on the cube its pretty mediocre for its class. It doesnt lead in a single category in any comparison I have read. I am amazed that when car and driver magazine tested the cube they got an average mpg of 22 mpg. My 303 hp GS350 gets 22-24 mixed city and highway. I ave never been impressed by Nissans fuel efficency in any of their cars I have driven . They are great fun to drive, but guzzle gas
Apparently when read up on the cube its pretty mediocre for its class. It doesnt lead in a single category in any comparison I have read. I am amazed that when car and driver magazine tested the cube they got an average mpg of 22 mpg. My 303 hp GS350 gets 22-24 mixed city and highway. I ave never been impressed by Nissans fuel efficency in any of their cars I have driven . They are great fun to drive, but guzzle gas
04-19-09, 12:41 PM
#22
Lexus Fanatic
Apparently when read up on the cube its pretty mediocre for its class. It doesnt lead in a single category in any comparison I have read. I am amazed that when car and driver magazine tested the cube they got an average mpg of 22 mpg. My 303 hp GS350 gets 22-24 mixed city and highway.
That is one of the things I mentioned in one of my posts above. With the super-roomy cargo areas/space efficiency of these three vehicles, relative to their small exterior dimensions (and, in the case of the Cube and Soul, small engines), it can be easy to overload them.
04-19-09, 06:13 PM
#24
Lexus Fanatic
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The Cube's MPG problem might (?) be traced to the problem of its poor aerodynamics, small engine, and the fact that the engine has to have relatively short gearing and work pretty hard to haul it around, especially with the cargo area full. Sometimes putting in a slightly larger engine and using taller gearing to compensate will actually improve fuel economy.
That is one of the things I mentioned in one of my posts above. With the super-roomy cargo areas/space efficiency of these three vehicles, relative to their small exterior dimensions (and, in the case of the Cube and Soul, small engines), it can be easy to overload them.
That is one of the things I mentioned in one of my posts above. With the super-roomy cargo areas/space efficiency of these three vehicles, relative to their small exterior dimensions (and, in the case of the Cube and Soul, small engines), it can be easy to overload them.
06-13-09, 10:56 PM
#27
Lexus Champion
1) Soul
2) xB
3) Cube
I like the styling of the Soul and think it is a great attempt by Kia. It's always fun to drive a brand new model. The interior is so funky that it is interesting.
My old GF had the original xB and it was a great car. The new xB is just on appealing to me at all.
The Cube, oh please. I like symentry when it comes to car design. This car looks like it is trying too hard to be different. The bevel edges on the windows look terrible. Sometimes different for difference sake is not good.
2) xB
3) Cube
I like the styling of the Soul and think it is a great attempt by Kia. It's always fun to drive a brand new model. The interior is so funky that it is interesting.
My old GF had the original xB and it was a great car. The new xB is just on appealing to me at all.
The Cube, oh please. I like symentry when it comes to car design. This car looks like it is trying too hard to be different. The bevel edges on the windows look terrible. Sometimes different for difference sake is not good.
