Comments on: Engine – start stop

By: manfred

manfred — Wed, 14 Mar 2007 06:55:35 +0000

Congratulations! Here’s wishing you many happy kilometers.

By: Steve

Steve — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 12:38:29 +0000

Yep, bought it in the end and pretty happy with it so far. And it’s got space for lots of PDAs – I’ll have to add to my collection!

By: manfred

manfred — Mon, 05 Mar 2007 08:53:40 +0000

It’s a bit more expensive than a PDA, I guess. But still a toy

By: Steve

Steve — Mon, 05 Mar 2007 04:52:48 +0000

Well, that was interesting. Found a good deal on a preowned vehicle and went to try it out on Saturday. You’re right, the space and versatility is amazing and the dynamics are pretty good too. I need to get the MMT version (no choice about that, unfortunately, have to drive an auto) but it seems like that’s mainly a question of getting used to a different driving style. This could be my next purchase.

By: manfred

manfred — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 06:35:50 +0000

Space-wise this is really amazing. There’s plenty of storage and all seats fold down for increased loading capacity in the back. Big doors for easy loading and unloading. Like any other Toyota, you’ll probably get a very reliable car with an excellent engine and the promise of many years of service. I don’t want to say too much regarding performance: this was a hire car, after all…that means it probably ran outside of normal parameters Once you’re used to the seating position and the huge dashboard, it’s really easy to drive and park. No floating, and very precise. I’m not sure of the price, but I’d choose something like this over a vehicle manufactured by frogs any day…

By: Steve

Steve — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 04:33:04 +0000

Thanks, James! Actually, I’ve had my eye on one of these for a little while because of the flexibility and space. What was it like dynamically? I know these MPVs don’t exactly provide a sporting experience, but I really dislike vehicles that make you feel as if you’re floating all over the road.