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I have been thinking about buying an Element for a while and found this interesting group of people here so I figure I should get your opinions! I currently have an '02 Mitsu Lancer that I bought new. She has 168k now and is in good shape, but things are starting to go here and there. My original plan was to buy an Element as well as another car when I replaced the Lancer, so I could keep the miles down on the E and have a sportier ride when I didn't need the utility. This plan is losing steam, however, because I see that MT Elements are no longer available after 2009, and I don't want to buy a high-mileage example when the time comes.
It also doesn't really make sense to keep the Lancer since I pay what it is worth in insurance every 2 years or so. So here is my question: Is it wise to buy one now and have as my only vehicle for a few years? I would be giving up about 7 mpg to the Lancer and if I commute in it I will put about 80 miles on it 3 times a week.
I like driving sporty cars, but 8 years with the Lancer has pretty much cured me of that with its 120 horses that are now probably more like 90. My big draws to the Element are the utility and dog friendliness combined with the respectable fuel economy.
Just looking for some input from you experienced guys and gals out there to nudge me toward one side of the fence or the other. Also, can anyone tell me how many revs a MT Element turns going 75-80 on the highway? Thanks to all of you in advance!
I have been thinking about buying an Element for a while and found this interesting group of people here so I figure I should get your opinions! I currently have an '02 Mitsu Lancer that I bought new. She has 168k now and is in good shape, but things are starting to go here and there. My original plan was to buy an Element as well as another car when I replaced the Lancer, so I could keep the miles down on the E and have a sportier ride when I didn't need the utility. This plan is losing steam, however, because I see that MT Elements are no longer available after 2009, and I don't want to buy a high-mileage example when the time comes.
It also doesn't really make sense to keep the Lancer since I pay what it is worth in insurance every 2 years or so. So here is my question: Is it wise to buy one now and have as my only vehicle for a few years? I would be giving up about 7 mpg to the Lancer and if I commute in it I will put about 80 miles on it 3 times a week.
I like driving sporty cars, but 8 years with the Lancer has pretty much cured me of that with its 120 horses that are now probably more like 90. My big draws to the Element are the utility and dog friendliness combined with the respectable fuel economy.
Just looking for some input from you experienced guys and gals out there to nudge me toward one side of the fence or the other. Also, can anyone tell me how many revs a MT Element turns going 75-80 on the highway? Thanks to all of you in advance!