Search results

So I think that goes back to the whole CX-9 exists..... if you want more space there is a larger vehicle available. Much like Jeep has Grand Cherokee, VW has Atlas, Honda has Pilot and so on.

This! I think most of the advantages some other CUV like the CRV have in some instrumented tests is probably mostly if not all due to the wider tires.

I can say with VW their global product is better than their US/NA only product. Just look at previous gen Jetta compared to the Golf......

Yea I find the CX-5 to be quite comfortable to be honest.

Honestly compare the dimensions to a 90s Explorer. If you want a bigger CX-5 get a CX-9.

I think the Bose system is alright but not great. The Fender (Panasonic) system in my GTI is much better. To the comment earlier about turning up the bass. Thats just a bandaid and doesnt fix the lack of low frequency response. Youre essentially extending the mid bass excessively. Doesnt sound...

Sorry to hear about the injuries. Hope recovery goes well.

Yea thats why I dont understand my in laws attachment to their 96 Camry. I just tell them you better hope youre never in a wreck I that thing.

Ikr. The Pilot Alpins Im using on the GTI are even louder. At least the CX-5 has good sound insulation so its not too loud in the cabin.

I think the conti is definitely a good choice. I feel the Michelin is probably more performance balanced but its hard to judge without a direct comparison. Unfortunately Tire Rack used different vehicles in their test of each so those results comparatively arent meaningful.

Hope everyone is ok!

I went with Xice specifically due to better wear performance.

I think the LTX probably wears closer to a performance tire than a high mileage tourer. I think its the expectation misalignment thats causing the negative reviews. But hey treadwear is 620 IIRC. My Pilot AS3 I had on my last car were 500. I dont expect it to be worse and as long as it isnt Im...

I know right. I take those mileage warranties with a grain of salt!

And unless you live where its always clear weather 2/32 isnt realistic.

Yea I think Im ok with the trade off in wear and since I also run winters they will still last me a while. I just checked and at 18K it the Toyo are actually at 8/32 still.

I run winter tires anyway so Im not too concerned about an all weather.

Yea Im honestly pretty happy with the Toyo in terms of performance but treadwear is very low. While the LTX arent as good in the treadwear department as some of the other aftermarket options they should definitely be better than the OE Toyo. To the OP post I do think its mostly that Mazda did a...

Im actually planning to get those when the Toyos are done which I imagine wont be too long here.

I think the problem is their brand image honesty. I know a lot of people who will not consider anything outside Toyota or Honda and think Mazda is Ford. Even though imo the Mazda offering is better than those two in almost every category where they compete.