2008 XLE vs. Limited

[mrfoster]

Can someone tell me what I may be leaving behind if I choose the XLE with Leather, JBL & 17" wheels versus opting for the XLE Limited? Other than paying an extra $5K+, I can't seem to understand what the Limited has that a loaded up XLE does not.

I don't want the Navi.

About to pull the trigger. Seems like great buys right now - the Odyssey appears way over priced in comparsion at this stage (all things equal, I tend to opt for Hondas).

[core64]

You can go to the build your own vehicle page at toyota. There are 3 different packages for the XLE and 1 for the limited. Just from my knowledge for our limited, you get the HID's with in cab adjustable elevation, laser cruise control, heated seats (not sure if they are standard with leather), Navi with rearview camera and bluetooth, 2 window antennas, sun shades on all 4 rear windows, RSE w/headphones, 2 115v power outlets, sonar front and back, and towing prep, might have forgot some stuff, but thats the big stuff. I think the website will be more helpful. We love our limited AWD, and we were able to get them down to $37,600. Good luck!

[blueflame]

IMHO, laser cruise control is a great feature. We have a 2004 XLE Limited, no nav, dvd (no kids) or backup camera. If you will use the van for road trips, you'll love the laser cruise control. When we drive our 2002 Tundra, which we won't be doing until the transmission is rebuilt, we miss that feature. Amazing how quickly you get used to technology; it's the one feature that got my husband interested in a van. It's not autopilot, but it makes long trips more enjoyable.

[core64]

I agree 100% with the laser cruise control. It is as close to autopilot as you can come. We drive to mammoth alot (5 hr drive from Los Angeles), and it makes the drive easy. I only had to touch the pedals a couple of times (to slow down going through town) from Mojave to Bishop (about 175 miles). Probably my favorite option.