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Old 01-12-2015, 06:16 PM   #4 (permalink)
Cobb
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Well, Ive look at quite a few "mini" vans like the Honda, Toyota, Mazda. The Mazda looks like its too short, the Honda and Toyota is too expensive. I havent looked at the Dodge/Chrysler offering nor Nissan. I did look at the Transit Connect. Im looking at adding a wheelchair lift so someone small and short can roll inside next to one of the folding seats and hop in the seat and wear a seat belt.

I guess the second question is on engine choice. The 1.6l eco boost engine gets 30 mpg tops but need premium fuel. The regular 2.2 engine takes regular and gets 27 mpg tops. Considering the vehicle has a towing ability Ive wondered how the eco boosted engine would do on a grade with a full load. I think the regular engine maybe better for that unless the 1.6 has some sweet spots or driving habits to really offset the fuel price difference.
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