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Maybe Colby should get a T-shirt that says:
"I half starved myself to death in the outback and all I got was this ugly car"
With all the efforts that Hung's have tried to share & help our Santa Fe group & all potential new compact SUV buyers, we should be highly appreciated this kind of Edmunds's member. Not by always discouraging Santa Fe's expert to post(It doesn't matter how much people write, if u don't like Hung, Bill, guyf1....etc ('cause we know more pros than cons in our SF!), than just skips our posts! Is that simple?).
Hung's posting is very informative plus helpful, if u post him, he will get back to u almost promptly. Is that very nice?
Hung's never criticized about other cars, he just told others what he know, in so many occasions, actually he gave credits to several SUV like Forester, Lexus.....etc!
I believe most of the new visitors of this forum will like Hung's postings than any other members whose only write a few lines & not informative & sometimes bias.
"I THINK HUNG'S POSTING IS CERTAINLY LESS THAN THE ADVERTISING FORD'S & SUBARU'S POSTED IN THE MASS MEDIA EVERYDAY", if we can still live with it, why not HUNG's.....
PS: Look like Hyundai's now is lived in WORD OF MOUTH of its car owners, no wonder why they have a very high satisfaction rating.
Just go to santafeforum.com, u will find tons of happy SF/XG300 owners like Hung's very much.
When's the last time anyone saw a manufacturer say in their literature "...we use average components so our product is slighty inferior to the competition, but it's good enough for most folks..." Gee, I wonder why not?
8-P
I bet THAT would be different.
Hey, lighten up everyone, it's Friiiiidaaay!!
The fact is that! According to your statement is that you agree that your Tribute is worse on EPA compare to this topic forum....
Look at the EPA comparasion on the city! Does that do anything different or much....
"I have been statement on the city driving in San Francisco"! Please read carefully again before make your statement....
1 '00 Trek 1000 road bike($700);
1 '99 Rollerblade Coyote($500);
1 '00 Verducci Custom Speedskates($1200);
1 '00 JD scooter($150)
1 Child Seat($100)
1 booster seat($100)
1 Bell Helmet ($80) and spandex clothing($200);
Now that is Sport Utility Vehicle.
I think all manufacturers all using Premium Grade gasoline in their EPA. If we use cheap gas (87 Octane), then can not compare!
1 Thule roof rack; (on which you will find)
- 1 00 Gary Fisher Sugar 1 $5,000.00
- 1 00 Trek 8000 WSD $1,600.00
On a generic bike rack on the hitch:
- 1 98 Cannondale F500 $1,100.00
- 1 98 Giant Sedona $ 800.00
(Prices in Canadian $$)
Inside:
Food for 3-4 days
Cycling gear for 4 Helmets, shoes, Jerseys, etc..
Fishing gear, etc...
4 sleeping bags,
Warm clothing for 4
Refreshments, wine, good cheese,
Insect repellent (lots of it needed in June)
Etc, etc...
The same payload was taxing my previous CR-V so much that I could barely make some of the steepest hills. It does take some planning to fit everything inside but it works.
This is what all SUV's are build for; I certainly did not buy mine for boulevard posing.
Enjoy life's everyone....
Guy
2. No, my EPA estimates are not done by the manufacture, I believe they are done by the EPA. Additionally, Mazda recommends that you use 87 oct in the Tribute.
3. Hey John and Guy, NICE BIKES. I still ride a Bridgestone MB-1 (love that Ritchie steel tubing).
I apologized my writing grammar was a little bit suck....but should I change the word "probably" to "maybe". Does these 2 words have any different.
I never brought up the subject but most of my writing is part of discussion and answering people writing...
If I do writing mistaken or word it wrong then I would have apologized. For the most I have written; most of it with proved such as pictures & links....
I haven't seen much people apologized here yet! I see most of people try to attack my writing more here...Judge for yourself! I haven't seen much of the owners with the Tribute/Escape showing much proved about the link or pictures yet! I have seen some on the owner of Forester! "Thank to Aixteira for showing some of the links and pictures in the past about the Forester and for the most I believe I have done it many too! Good for sharing within this subject"!
Thank you Bill very much for saying the word below:::::
Hung's posting is very informative plus helpful, if u post him, he will get back to u almost promptly. Is that very nice?
Hung's never criticized about other cars, he just told others what he know, in so many occasions, actually he gave credits to several SUV like Forester, Lexus.....etc!
I believe most of the new visitors of this forum will like Hung's postings than any other members whose only write a few lines & not informative & sometimes bias.
"For the most I have written; most of it with proved such as pictures & links...."
Hey, here's a link to a picture, it must be true!
Ross
And thanks for the proof!
Guy
Here is a place to write and help Edmunds.com and consumers/researchers. Please do not mess up and destroy Edmunds.com/Townhall.....Do not write any more nonsense stuffs...
We need information, prove, knowledge, and etc. about this topic 3 SUVs. Please be more realistic...
Or how about that getting your wheels chromed will significantly reduce your MPG?
Or that plus-sizing from a 16" wheel to a 17" wheel will significantly reduce MPG even though the overall tire diameter is the same?
Or aftermarket side airbags? Where can I get some?
I'm all ears...
To all Tribute supporter:
Pls joins us in this forum, we miss u guys so much, pls speak out!
Don't let the forum become SF & Forester discussions only......... :b
No. 2 -----> Xterra (The rear look very ugly to me!)
Worst Looking Small SUV= Jeep Wrangler
These is "probably" the last I will answer your ears and please go away with the nonsense stuffs.
Special Edition Limited Santa Fe" that is coming out this spring:
I have already response to message before! There is no such thing as you call it SEL or SLE model: We are still talking about LX model with "special badge" = Gold Trim...manufacture/dealer add to make the car look more excited. Most other manufacture/dealers do the same too..
Or how about that getting your wheels chromed will significantly reduce your MPG:
I don't know where you get the point of adding chrome to reduce MPG but I can tell you some aftermarket places can chromed plated over your current rims. How much weight does it take to chrome plated over the existing rims. You can not tell any different with MPG. Not so much weight added...
Or that plus-sizing from a 16" wheel to a 17" wheel will significantly reduce MPG even though the overall tire diameter is the same:
The dealers would want to match and make the overall diameter as close as possible if you upgrade from 16" to 17" chrome wheel. However, "If" you like you don't have to get the tire you don't like: For example: My current tire is 225/70/16, dealer match 275/55/17, but I can use 255/55/17...Rims heavier but tires lighter...I hope you get the point...Otherwise you are confuse while most other most understand..
Or aftermarket side airbags? Where can I get some:
Side airbags was not "really" available for the Santa Fe in the US but there was fews test and have it and they are owned by dealer/manufacture workers. Somehow, Santa Fe side airbags was available as an options in most of other countries except North America and maybe some other small countries as well. There are CARPET AIRBAGS DEVELOPMENT NOW-A-DAY as well....**Please note**some dealers already knows about this.....
If you want to learn and see the available of aftermarket side airbags and other safety features please click on the links below: **There are more company out there*** Go and search for it....
Siemens Auto
Delphi Auto
"Please be alert that airbags are not alway can save u"! If you are under 5"feet, less than 120lbs, and have fake hips and/or knees! Airbags are not a good choice for you.....
Relax Hung, where is your sense of humor?
BTW Tonychrys, waxing your car is another great way to improve your mileage.
Guy
Which reminds me, I can't for my Zaino order to come so that I can do the Spring ritual deatiling on my cars.
That's why I said: "Read carefully about my last message again"
If you want to "LEARN" "LEARN" "LEARN" and see the available of aftermarket "Side Airbags" and "Other, Other, Other Safety Features"..
I am not criticizing anyone and I am not mad at anyone but TONYCHRIS trying to mess up this topic board...
I still answer his question....regard what!
The Wrangler ugly and the RAV4 best looking? I do think the RAV4 is kind of cutesy, in a playful way, but Jeep created the image.
I think we can all agree about the Aztec!
-juice
Frank
Forester is not a Mr SUV of America by looks, but I noticed that conservative styling usually holds better over the years. I do love XTerra and pre-98 Grand Cherokee the most though.
Santa Fe's styling, in my subjective view, is a bit over the top. I was not impressed with driving dynamics when test-drove it. Underpowered for sure.
Finally, Hung... please check out some grammar/spelling guides... please?
Guy
Anyway, I know that the Santa Fe is under power compare to the Tribute but definitely not with the RAV4. I sold my 97 RAV4 for the Santa Fe. I have helped my friend/co-worker and bought the RAV4-L 2001 and I still am able to drive it now sometime.
-juice
Speaking of new RAV4, I referred to styling only. It's still on my list of vehicles to test-drive one day.
I'm sure a lot of people would like to see a V6/5 speed combo, yet none of the vehicles here offer it. Big opportunity, if you ask me.
-juice
Sorry I'm just kidding, it is not my SF. I download from somewhere in the cyberspace with no copyright... Compare with your Forester, what u think?
I'm ambivalent about the new RAV4. It looks better than the older version but I find it a little too cutesy. I like the Xterra's looks but I couldn't put up with the harsh ride, poor mileage or lack of power.
What does everyone think of the Liberty?
And like Juice said, why is it so hard to buy a 6-cylinder 5-speed these days?
-Frank P.
"U g L Y ?" For SF lovers, It is a fierceous beast!!!
Driving SF with opened rear-gate window during hot days is fun. Can u open the Tribute Winstar's reargate window? I know even the Lexus RX300 can't!
That's why we have nice large sunroofs (feels like a convertible) and automatic climate control ;-)
But no fair - that's hard-packed wet sand! I want to see yours, and in the really soft stuff! It's fun! :-)
I like the way the new Liberty looks, and I think you can get a V6/5 speed when they arrive.
-juice
Better yet, buy a JEEP, and you can take off the back, roof, sides, and doors!!!
1) When I take out my delivery flowers, it is so easy (just press the button from outside below the window) to pop open the window. In Vancouver, always raining, the window prevent my head to get wet while I take out something. Also u can open even on rainly days (w/o the interior get wet).
2) The 4runner type automatic tailgate window is proof to be not too functional. a) Interior will get wet in rainly days. b) Can not open from outside. c)Electric! sound good! It causes more $$$ from you pocket. d)not so stylist when open....look like you have a broken window.
3) So stylist! I don't need a spoiler when I open my tailgate! Yes, other cars tailgate will probably create a problem like inviting the exhaust gas into the compartment, but look carefully in this well designed SF, the tailgate is 45 degree upward, it won't trap the exhaust into the compartment, also I usually turn on my fans & open my door windows too when I drove my car during the hot days, I rather worry about what car I'm following(sometimes I followed some heavy dirty exhaust gas pollutor cars which made me have to close all windows & vent openings) than worring about my own exhaust gas come in from the back.
4)Can carry somethig long like lumbers, pipe, or even a small tree.
5)Proven by me, can be drive safely at below 100 khr in highway. (may because of the relative small tailgate window & strong supports & the angle of inclination!)
6)...enough?.....
But for me, Jes... I open & close almost 100 times per day(thanks for the press-opened tailgate window), U know what I mean!
We are right!