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Honda Element or Scion xB
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Why are you comparing two completely different vehicles though??? If it were up to me I would get the Pilot as well, remember that it is not as efficient though.
Neither. Both are a bit on the ugly side. But, driving wise, I am not sure as I have not personally driven them. I don't see how they can compare the Pilot to the xB. There is a substantial size difference between the two. Only Scion I would buy would be the Tc.
between those two the Scion xb for sure. granted its much better looking than the first edition, its not the prettiest thing out there, but its more efficient than the Pilot, which is why i'd pick it between those two.
Personally, I think the Element is the ugliest automobile ever produced, and the current xB is a close second. However, the original xB was sort of cute (is that the right word?).
First I would say neither.
But then after that I would pick the element.
I like the exterior of the Scion better, but I have sat in both cars and the interior of the Scion is just ridiculous. The fact that the speedometer is located in the friggin center of the dash was an instant turn off for me.
But then after that I would pick the element.
I like the exterior of the Scion better, but I have sat in both cars and the interior of the Scion is just ridiculous. The fact that the speedometer is located in the friggin center of the dash was an instant turn off for me.
I love the xB, never driven one, but the shape is appealing, and the mileage isn't bad.
If Toyota - oops, I mean "Scion", offered the xB in the US with a manual + diesel engine. I'd probably @(#* a #($& to get one, 50mpg ball park with something you can stuff a good chunk o junk into, is my kind of "suv".
But, until that day, my Golf TDI continues to keep me happy.
If Toyota - oops, I mean "Scion", offered the xB in the US with a manual + diesel engine. I'd probably @(#* a #($& to get one, 50mpg ball park with something you can stuff a good chunk o junk into, is my kind of "suv".
But, until that day, my Golf TDI continues to keep me happy.
I've grown to like the look of the Element, so not knowing anything about the cars aside from what they look like, I'd go with that one.
How much snow/ice/rain do you get in your part of Jersey?
I'd get the Element since it can be had with AWD which is nice when the weather gets bad.
I'd get the Element since it can be had with AWD which is nice when the weather gets bad.
I have never, ever liked the Element to be honest. The xB is kinda cool looking, but not my favorite. I would definitely choose the Scion though. Plus, I prefer Toyota to Honda anyways.
I'd take the CRV or RAV4 over an Element or xB. Also take a look at the new Forester, it took first in a recent magazine test. There's also the Suzuki SX4 sport, comes in AWD or FWD, starts under $15k, gets great mileage, has a killer warranty, and is very reliable. Suzuki is actually a huge seller in Japan, highly respected, they just aren't as well recognized in the US other than for Motorcycles.
the xB will get better gas mileage than the element, right? so unless you'll be going off-road, get the xB. and if you are going off-road, get a truck
the element will give more storage space. so it depends. do you need space or not? if not get the xb, if so go element. xb would be better overall though imo. and i do love the design and look of the element, but its not always practical.
well, that might be true, but neither one has much storage space. (again, get a truck)
i personally like toyota products better than honda. to me, it seems honda has always been copying toyota
For the times you need it, rent a truck.
Otherwise you will be paying for extra gas for no good reason.
Otherwise you will be paying for extra gas for no good reason.
yes i prefer toyota moreso and honda, but if you do have a good sized family and a lot of traveling i can see the element being better. it is fairly large sized, even if it doesn't look like it form the exterior. the xB is a bit smaller. but with that comes better mpg.
The element is a lot more utilitarian than the scion. The rear seats flip up and clip to the walls to give a cavernous rear cargo area with little to no effort. I'm pretty sure a washable floor and seats is also an option. It's an incredibly versatile vehicle and most people fall in love with it once they get past the boxy shape.
Then again, there are some areas where the xB beats it. The xB is the obvious choice if you want 4 real doors and it seems to have many better audio options.
In a word, it comes down to the Style vs. Utility debate.
Then again, there are some areas where the xB beats it. The xB is the obvious choice if you want 4 real doors and it seems to have many better audio options.
In a word, it comes down to the Style vs. Utility debate.