Actually, that is not the case. A 2007 Element LX starts at $18,900 MSRP
and a 2006 LX CR-V starts at $20,395. The 2007 CR-V has higher prices than
that.
"Earle Horton" <anglocapitalista@usa.com> wrote in message
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> Along the lines of economy consider the CR-V a cheaper alternative to the
> Element.
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> Earle
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> "Larry" <ziggy_calif@yahoo.com> wrote in message
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>> 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
>> news:452127b4.20704150@news-server.new.rr.com...
>> >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?
>>
>>
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