1998 Eagle Talon TSi AWD review from North America
"An incredible car for the money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Three problems with my Talon:
Starter motor failed at 95,000 - covered under the extended warranty.
Sunroof has squeaked, creaked and groaned since 15,000 - infuriating!
I hated the leather seats, so I bought a set of factory cloth seats - perfect.
General comments?
Other than an M3, what else compares?
The Talon doesn't handle or stop quite as well, but it does have AWD and a 40% lower price.
There is nothing under $30k that compares, functionally. Claw-hammer reliability, nothing other than routine maintenance and a starter motor in almost 100,000 very hard miles - I don't know what else I could ask for?
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  | It was a great car that I loved very much until unfixable problems forced it's sale |
| Overall, I like my ride and hope to get it better up and running |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 96880 miles |
| Previous car | Mazda B4000 |
| Date of Entry | 31st January, 2002 |