Value: '08 X/D vs. '08 X/B

[Peterun]

Drove both . . . and frankly, the X/D is so much more agile and fun to drive. Yet . . . value wise, so much more bang for the buck in the X/B. Hard to justify. Much much more vehicle: Much larger engine; Much heftier vehicle with more space; traction is standard ($650 option in the X/D); four wheel disc brakes standard in the X/B; Driver's seat has height adjustment in the X/B; and the list seems to continue. Either Toyota priced the X/B too low or Toyota priced the X/D too high . . . . just very difficult for me to justify going with the X/D at these non-negotiable prices. My two cents here of course. Am I missing something here?? All opinions are welcome. Pete

[HATEnFATE]

Just a matter of what you want more. Agility and a smaller car or the xB which is still very tossable with a lot more perks. :-)

[wonger]

xD looks ugly to me.. and the gauges look cheap... i love the new xB.. so much more power than before and the space is awesome.. love the chop top look..

[Georgenfla]

The XBs are really nice. It would be the perfect family car. Of course the fuel mileage isn't as good as the XD's mileage, but definitely blows away a mini-van or SUV...no doubt about that.

[BeachbumXD]

Originally Posted by Georgenfla

The XBs are really nice. It would be the perfect family car. Of course the fuel mileage isn't as good as the XD's mileage, but definitely blows away a mini-van or SUV...no doubt about that.

Thats what swayed to toward the XD. Since I'd be using it for business 100-300 miles a day, fuel economy was a prime concern, followed by ease of entry & exit and ride comfort/room.

I truly loved the XB. Much more power, much quieter more comfortable ride and killer looks.

But the mileage SUCKED!!!

Decided on the XD and never looked back.

Gotten a LOT of compliments in the last week or so of ownership that I frankly never thought I'd hear

Always driver cars that as the sales lady mentioned, had "charachter." 89 FJ62 LAndcruiser, 87 Vette, 69 Camaro...the list goes on....

I thought this one would just meld into the hum drum of everyday life and I could ride along in relative obscurity. That may not be the case, so....time to think about mods