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Jul 21, 2017 | 05:31 AM

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I'd argue the Kia Soul is king of the hatchbacks. The base model is really nice for the price, TONS of room, IMO it looks better than the Fit, has proven to be reliable, and just has a lot more refinement, it doesn't have that tin can feel like the Fit. If you want options, the Soul has you covered there too, optional 200hp turbo motor, something you can't get in a Fit. If you want something that's fun to drive, the Fiesta ST is a riot and 19-20k out the door.

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I'd argue that the vw gti is the king of the hatchbacks. Many automakers use the vw as a benchmark.

Jul 21, 2017 | 06:13 AM

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I'd argue the Kia Soul is king of the hatchbacks.

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I'd argue that the vw gti is the king of the hatchbacks.

Actually, it's difficult to argue with the Soul's sales figures.

Jul 21, 2017 | 06:21 AM

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Actually, it's difficult to argue with the Soul's sales figures.

Fewer enthusiasts, fewer sales. The GTI is totally the king. The Soul is largely something one takes to soccer practice.

Jul 21, 2017 | 06:22 AM

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OK folks, this thread is about the Avalon, let's head back there

Jul 21, 2017 | 06:34 AM

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Here's a video of the 2019 Avalon spy-shots, though the boring, cut-and-dried computer-voice leaves a lot to be desired:

Jul 21, 2017 | 08:32 AM

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No, Toyota was never the gold standard, except for reliability, but they did do consistently well.
This Avalon in disguise actually looks okay compared to the forthcoming Toyota Crown/Lexus 5GS, and the all new 2017-22 Series Accords.
If you thought the 5LS was bad, wait till yo use the new Accord.

Honda is slipping.
Sony really slipping and struggling to fight back with mirrorless cameras.
Panasonic and Sharp are gone...

The 1992 Camry was considered the Gold Standard back then, I believe it was Automobile Mag that called it that or JD Powers. I forgot.

Jul 21, 2017 | 09:29 AM

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The 1992 Camry was considered the Gold Standard back then, I believe it was Automobile Mag that called it that or JD Powers. I forgot.

ok that's 25 years ago, so let's get back to the present and this new

avalon.

Jul 21, 2017 | 12:48 PM

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Even though the article says New Camry. I have a feeling this could actually be how the new Avalon ends up looking like. What do you all think ?

Source: https://www.motor1.com/news/142971/t...auto-shanghai/

Jul 21, 2017 | 01:07 PM

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Cool render. Definitely has the latest Toyota / Lexus design cues. The rear reminds me of the LC. Wish the wheel base could be a bit larger on this render.

Jul 21, 2017 | 02:28 PM

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Possible... but the spy shots suggest a window in the C-pillar, like the current-generation Avalon.

Jul 21, 2017 | 02:31 PM

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That's a Kia Cadenza on the right hand side they're testing against.

Jul 21, 2017 | 02:34 PM

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That's a Kia Cadenza on the right hand side they're testing against.

I was not implying that the car next to it is the current-generation Avalon.

Jul 21, 2017 | 03:17 PM

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I was not implying that the car next to it is the current-generation Avalon.

that's not what I meant if it sounded that way. I meant the Camo Toyota in the image is being tested against a Cadenza. Sorry for the confusion.

Jul 21, 2017 | 04:41 PM

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I think you might be right. if the Avalon looks that good. Then I really want to see what the next ES would look like. That grill might need to be toned down a little.

Jul 21, 2017 | 04:45 PM

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Too much coupe in the styling. I'm a firm believer in sedans looking like sedans....though the hump-back rooflines, head-banging rear entry/exit, and bite-size trunk lids seem to be the rage nowadays.

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