Another: "If xA didn't exist I would have bought a...
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was shopping around for a used car that got good mileage. when I saw the prices of used I thought, hell, might as well buy something new and not have to worry about it. Wife wanted an xB, so that would've been the other choice.
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Prius or xB
It's all about the fuel economy with 4 doors and a hatchback. Nothing on the market but those two. Of course, if I were in Europe, things would be different. I love the Toyota Aygo and its relatives. Think of it as an xA but shorter, with only 3 cylinders. I'd replace my wife's Integra with that in a flash. Cheap too![/b]
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From: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Since my main concern was fuel economy, I test drove a Honda Civic Hybrid about 2 weeks before I ordered the Xa. If the Honda place had stocked my color, I might have taken one of those. 
Looking back, I don't think it would have been worth it to pay the extra 5K to get another 8-10 MPG.
The Civic doesn't look nearly as cool as my Xa either.
Looking back, I don't think it would have been worth it to pay the extra 5K to get another 8-10 MPG.
The Civic doesn't look nearly as cool as my Xa either.
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I looked at the xA, but I'm probably going to buy a vibe. For not much more $$, you're looking at keyless entry, cruise control, sunroof, longer wheel based (more comfortable ride) and gas milage almost equal the xA. My next car will likely be a vibe.
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Vibe MPG
I think the Vibe getting close to xA mileage is wishful thinking. Realistically, I get 30 mpg in mostly city driving with the xA. I'd expect 25-26 in a Vibe with similar driving, considering its added weight and larger profile.
