Absolute best feature

Don said:

What are you talking about? We can't even chirp the tires when taking off from a stop light. However, I do like your "I think I can, I think I can" attitude.

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What are YOU talking about? I have chirped my CT's tires several times! I assume its due to the instant-on torque you get from the electric motor. Is the CT fast? Of course not and OF COURSE its not going to be as fast as a more performance oriented car, it runs out of steam after about 50 ft when the gas engine takes over but hey, life is full of compromises

Drifting back on topic, my favorite feature is also the great mileage and cheap fill-ups. I live in the land of pretty expensive gas so that was the deciding factor over an IS for me. I love the handling as well, its far better than my old RX (Obviously) but the RX was actually quieter and more comfy. The technology in the CT is a big plus for me as well, I know a lot of new cars have similar features but a lot of it is new to me and I really like it.

prosperity said:

When you guys go on about the performance (or otherwise) of the CT, what speeds are you driving? The speed limit within most Australian cities is 50km/ph (30mph) and in the suburbs it is 60km/ph (35 mph). I have no trouble being in front of the pack up to those speeds. On our major highways the speed limit is 110km/ph (about 70mph) an I have no problems cruising with or overtaking the pack at that speed and more, either. So what are your city, suburban and highway speed limits in the Land of the Free?

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LOL I live north of that enviable land, but have travelled quite a lot there. Although you were sarcastic, let me still tell you the speed limit is just the same as you said. Actually, my personal observation has been that Canadian highways are generally designed at a higher design standard (meaning gentler curves, longer ramps etc.) than the US counterparts. However, speeds are generally the same on both sides of the border and almost very similar to your roads.

But unlike you sophisticated folks, we are a bit rough at the edges, you could also say wild west. We love displacement and rocket propulsion. Cheap gas, cheap cars, and zero penalty for guzzlers allows us the luxury of Hemi and beyond. For us, the vehicle has to be like a raging bull, and controlling it needs skill and courage. If you can in your lifetime, try driving the Dodge Viper. The thrill will not disappoint you, promise.

Coming back to the topic. I would hazard to say in my non-nav car, my favorite feature is the electronic device holder. We don't get it in Canada but I got it from the US (thanks Big E). It holds my smart phone and GPS perfectly. And the location and orientation is such that I don't have to move my attention from the road much, if at all. I can play all my favourite songs through the Bluetooth (my second most favourite feature) just by touching the smartphone screen while driving. Finding and navigating to nearby coffee shops is just a tap away (that too when my CT is in motion). This setup is just awesome. Hey even my wife can just rotate the device holder to set the direction while I am driving. I know a lot of folks hate it for many reasons, including its proximity to the seat warmer buttons. But hey, this feature floated my boat.