I'm looking around trying to find a second comfortable car for the wife and I for commuting purposes. Initially thinking something with utilitarian purpose but we're now more focused on comfort for an urban environment, say a couple hours of driving per day. We're re-opening the search to all brands and styles as nothing has really stood out to us quite yet.
Some notes and thoughts from the search thus far:
-I had always ruled out VW in the past as my father was VW mechanic growing up and swore he'd never set foot in one again. I've been reading up on the 1.4T engine and what appears to be much improved reliability over the last few years. Color me intrigued and interested in folks experience with the base Jetta and Golf. Maybe a Passat?
-Subaru Legacy was on the top of the list but the one I had my eye on was sold, but could revisit. Same with the Outback. Seeing some compelling pricing options on VW and Toyota versus Subaru so made me think twice from my initial leaning.
-Toyota Corolla and Avalon have struck me as interesting options. I noticed some stuff online about the CVT in the Corolla and not sure if to take seriously or not. On the Avalon, I hear wonderfully comfortable - but is it too big and too thirsty? I suppose the Camry fits in the middle but always struck me as a car that does everything well enough though nothing well in particular. If I should rethink, say so.
Any and all feedback welcome. I will stay on top of questions as best I can - and thank you in advance.
Some notes and thoughts from the search thus far:
-I had always ruled out VW in the past as my father was VW mechanic growing up and swore he'd never set foot in one again. I've been reading up on the 1.4T engine and what appears to be much improved reliability over the last few years. Color me intrigued and interested in folks experience with the base Jetta and Golf. Maybe a Passat?
-Subaru Legacy was on the top of the list but the one I had my eye on was sold, but could revisit. Same with the Outback. Seeing some compelling pricing options on VW and Toyota versus Subaru so made me think twice from my initial leaning.
-Toyota Corolla and Avalon have struck me as interesting options. I noticed some stuff online about the CVT in the Corolla and not sure if to take seriously or not. On the Avalon, I hear wonderfully comfortable - but is it too big and too thirsty? I suppose the Camry fits in the middle but always struck me as a car that does everything well enough though nothing well in particular. If I should rethink, say so.
Any and all feedback welcome. I will stay on top of questions as best I can - and thank you in advance.