Most reliable and fuel efficient car for long work commute

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JCHateSteve said:
It definitely isn't. Mine is a V6, so it really isn't. I've been looking at cars recently and almost have myself talked into a hybrid, when I'm ready. The more research I do the more I lean toward a hybrid Camry. Toyota had about the only CVT transmission that's proven. I know several people that put 200k on one without having to change the battery too.
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Lol - mine's a turbo. Let's just say that you don't usually hear a Subie engine growl. Much less see one blow off the other traffic.

(Memo to self - don't forget that court date in January for the 72 in a 55 with an expired driver's license...)
 
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VolNExile said:
Lol - mine's a turbo. Let's just say that you don't usually hear a Subie engine growl. Much less see one blow off the other traffic.

(Memo to self - don't forget that court date in January for the 72 in a 55 with an expired driver's license...)
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Gonna get a Real ID?
Lines were long in Nashville when wife renewed her license. She has a passport so she just got a non Real ID license when she renewed.
Soon when we go to the beach in FL we will need to take our passports just in case something happens.
 
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Go aeiou said:
Gonna get a Real ID?
Lines were long in Nashville when wife renewed her license. She has a passport so she just got a non Real ID license when she renewed.
Soon when we go to the beach in FL we will need to take our passports just in case something happens.
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Yep, already had one. When it expired, they never sent me a notice, although they have (and had then) my current address. I suppose it went to our previous address; I dunno. I did realize two weeks before (my birthday) that it had expired, but just noodled around while busy with too many other things. So it goes.
 
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VolNExile said:
Lol - mine's a turbo. Let's just say that you don't usually hear a Subie engine growl. Much less see one blow off the other traffic.

(Memo to self - don't forget that court date in January for the 72 in a 55 with an expired driver's license...)
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James Pearce Jr????
 
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Firebirdparts said:
Anything but a Subaru. Not sure how that got in there.
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Tried to research, mechanics and auto folks I call on say Subaru has declined due to varying reasons from the steel used, to manufacturing moves to inability to keep up with demand. Its my understanding that SAWD systems, and engine arent designed or do well as a long distance, miles car.

Personally, ive owned a 95 outback and 08. I babied the 08, and had planned to keep it forever. Id done all recommended maintenances. Due to deterioration, decided to sell.

Ended up with a Honda CRV. Much simpler to work on. Much cheaper to work on. Was a great work, car to put miles on. Just hate the car. Work now provides a rental. So I just get Tacomas.

Subarus are meant for colder, mountainous climes. If you can work on cars, keep oil changed regularly, fix wheel bearing, head gaskets, and differentials. That's the car for you. They will last a long time. But, the quality has deteriorated substantially. The 95 Outback was a tank.

My recommendation would be a baseline AWD CRV.

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Tesla 3 is the correct answer. With the tax credit ($7500) and the gas savings (prob $4k+ a year with that much commuting), it's a no-brainer. Also, even with the base model, you will have a fast car that's quite fun to drive. Obviously, if you spring for the Performance model, you'll have even more fun.
 
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JCHateSteve said:
It definitely isn't. Mine is a V6, so it really isn't. I've been looking at cars recently and almost have myself talked into a hybrid, when I'm ready. The more research I do the more I lean toward a hybrid Camry. Toyota had about the only CVT transmission that's proven. I know several people that put 200k on one without having to change the battery too.
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Toyota has patent on EV battery designs.

Subaru also contracts with Toyota to assist in design of their AWD system.

Toyota is the benchmark for reliability imo. Guess who is majority stakeholder (er based on my googling), of Subaru? Toyota.

If you really want a reliable car. Go grab a Lexus.
 
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Surprised a Toyota Camry is not mentioned more so far. One of the most reliable cars on the road today and has been for a while. I drive mine 88 miles a day and approaching 300,000 miles. When I buy another commuter only thing stopping me from going to a Camry is its around $30,000 now. That might be a little much for a commuter, for me anyway.
 
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Jackcrevol said:
Toyota has patent on EV battery designs.

Subaru also contracts with Toyota to assist in design of their AWD system.

Toyota is the benchmark for reliability imo. Guess who is majority stakeholder (er based on my googling), of Subaru? Toyota.

If you really want a reliable car. Go grab a Lexus.
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My only issue with the Lexus is maintenance costs. They are lower than European cars certainly. But higher than thier "mainstream" make. The "luxury" brand is always going to be more costly to maintain. Same with Acura vs Honda. I tend to lean toward buying a higher trim Toyota or Honda over there Lexus/Acura counterparts for that reason.
 
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JCHateSteve said:
My only issue with the Lexus is maintenance costs. They are lower than European cars certainly. But higher than thier "mainstream" make. The "luxury" brand is always going to be more costly to maintain. Same with Acura vs Honda. I tend to lean toward buying a higher trim Toyota or Honda over there Lexus/Acura counterparts for that reason.
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definitely. personally id rather import a diesel DJ before paying for a Lexus
 
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We have owned 3 Prius hybrids and love them. Our 05 finally died a couple yrs ago with about 280,000 mi. on it. Still have the 14 and '16. The latter is a Prius V, their largest size, with a non-aerodynamic roof rack, but we still average upper 30s mpg on road trips, and 40 to 50 around town. Never had any expensive battery issues like the cynics try scare people with.
 
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TVOLS said:
Surprised a Toyota Camry is not mentioned more so far. Most reliable cars on the road today and has been for a while. I drive mine 88 miles a day and approaching 300,000 miles. When I buy another commuter only thing stopping me from going to a Camry is its around $30,000 now. That might be a little much for a commuter, for me anyway.
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Yea I used to have a Camry and regret getting rid of it. I drive 110 miles daily 4 to 5 times a week.
 
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kiddiedoc said:
Tesla 3 is the correct answer. With the tax credit ($7500) and the gas savings (prob $4k+ a year with that much commuting), it's a no-brainer. Also, even with the base model, you will have a fast car that's quite fun to drive. Obviously, if you spring for the Performance model, you'll have even more fun.
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I'd take the Elantra I had 10 out of 10 times. Not even a question.
 
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YankeeVol said:
I'd take the Elantra I had 10 out of 10 times. Not even a question.
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After my past 5 months' experience with Hyundai, I will never, and I mean NEVER purchase another one. My son very well could have been killed thanks to their known engine fault, the service has been a nightmare, and now the dealership is ignoring me after they damaged the vehicle while it was there.

Plus, they are slow as balls.
 
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