temperature controls are too low and buttons are too close together
Advice to buyer:
This is a great family car and not necessarily your 'dad's' car either.
Detailed review:
I keep hearing that American cars have gotten so much better the last few years. My last two cars were Hondas - reliability is paramount with me. But I really wanted to give the ole USA a try this time. My CXL competes very well with full size imports. I have to look really hard to find things I DON'T like about this car. But here it goes. The interior may be a little lack luster and plain and the temp controls are kind of low on the dash. You have to take your eyes off the road a little longer than you may be used to in order to find a comfortable temperature. I wish I had gotten the radio controls in the steering wheel for the same reason. The smooth ride and exterior styling makes up for these shortcomings. Its pretty decent on gas too. Averaging 26 mpg. Its also much larger on the inside than it would appear from the outside. The trunk is huge and the backseat is quite roomy too. If you're a younger person and are worried about getting an 'old person's' car than I suggest you get the exterior chrome package and polished chrome wheels like I did. The rear spoiler helps sport it up too. To sum up this is a great family car for a younger person entering into the luxury car market. I'm counting on it being as reliable as the Regal has been the past few years.
Also considered:
2005 Acura TSX
2005 Volkswagen Passat Sedan
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
Vehicle purchased:
2005 Buick LaCrosse
About This Reviewer...
Location:
Chicago, Illinois
Other vehicles owned:
2002 Honda Odyssey
1999 Honda Accord
Review submitted:
March 22, 2005
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