QUESTIONS, COFFEE & CARS #94 // STOP-SALE ON TOYOTA PRODUCTS?

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This episode of Questions, Coffee & Cars tackles a range of automotive topics, from family SUV recommendations to the controversial rise of subscription services. The hosts discuss the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Kia Sorento PHEV as practical choices for families needing flexibility, while also addressing the recent Toyota stop-sale on the Grand Highlander and TX due to airbag issues, reassuring viewers of Toyota's long-term reliability focus despite these setbacks. The discussion on the new Mini Countryman highlights a perceived loss of its signature 'Mininess' in the latest design, with the hosts reserving final judgment until a test drive. The BMW i3's discontinuation is confirmed, with no immediate plans for a return. For those awaiting the next Toyota RAV4, the hosts suggest waiting for the 2026 model year for a substantial hybrid-focused redesign. Subscription services for car features are met with strong disapproval, deemed an unnecessary extra cost. The auto start-stop feature is acknowledged for its fuel-saving benefits but is preferred when defeatable. Finally, the Honda HR-V and Mazda CX-30 are highlighted as strong contenders for good resale value in the subcompact SUV segment.