If towing the small boat is a realistic possibility, buy the Element...it
can tow 1500 lbs. What horror stories have you heard about the Fit? I have
heard nothing but good things about both the Fit and Yaris. Expect to pay
MSRP for either as they are highly popular and in short supply. Consider
the xA or Corolla for low cost and/or excellent fuel mileage. Corollas are
easy to find that are significantly cheaper than either of the other 2 cars.

"Chris Lamb" <clamb1@new.rr.com> wrote in message
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>I need some wheels. Cost is the primary determinant, but I want to
> spend my money wisely, and a couple thousand more for a vehicle that
> gives me more utility may be money well spent. Second determinant is
> fuel economy. I don't haul anything, it is just me going many miles.
> I have looked at the Fit and Yaris and they fit for cost and economy.
> But I have read some real horror stories about the FIT.
>
> This does not HAVE TO be a determinant, but it would be nice if the
> vehicle could pull say a 1000# trailer, little fishing boat. But that
> is just a nice to have.
>
> I like the looks of both the Element and the Scion xB.
>
> Of those 4 vehicles, and understanding my determinants, and hopefully
> YOU knowing a whole lot more about these vehicles than I do, which
> would you buy and why?