Midsize suv

slingshot · #1 10-13-2018, 03:04 PM

Looking for recommendations on a new suv for the wife. I have been driving a truck for years and do not have a clue on good bad to look at.Any help would be appreciated.

CanadianBruin · #2 10-13-2018, 03:26 PM

Brother has a 2011 Toyota RAV4. Very reliable and well built. Might be worth a look if that size SUV works for you.

sewerrat · #3 10-13-2018, 03:31 PM

Have a look at the Jeep Grand Cherokee, they seem mid size to me and great towing capacity if you need to tow something.

fordtruckin · #4 10-13-2018, 03:46 PM

My wife and I bought a 2017 Jeep Cherokee new in December of 2016. I’ve never been a Jeep guy but I will say I am quite impressed with the quality and reliability so far. We average about 24mpg calculated by hand over the first year we owned the vehicle. The heated steering wheel and seats work wonderfully as does the 4x4 system. We bought general altimax arctic tires for winter and so far there isn’t anywhere we haven’t been able to go in the winter. I am a die hard Ford guy and there isn’t any other Jeep I would consider buying but a Cherokee. What sold us was the v6, tow capacity and 4x4 system Jeep’s are known for. We just got a sport model with the altitude package as it had exactly what we were looking for and nothing we didn’t need. If we were to do it again we would consider a trailhawk. The only think I don’t care for is how the venting system distributes heat. I find it causes the drivers windows to fog or ice up except the little spot that melts so you can see out the side mirrors. As for problems, we had 1 issue with the transmission which was a factory wiring harness recal. They replaced the harness and provided 2 additional software upgrades for free. I was expecting to pay something for labor but they just tossed me the keys and paperwork and said thanks. Very very impressed with both Lithia and Billion Jeep dealers in Missoula and Bozeman Montana! Top notch customer service which is more than I can say about the Bozeman MT Ford dealer unfortunately.

rmatei · #5 10-14-2018, 09:03 AM

Wife loves her Ford Escape 2.0l ecoboost 4wd loaded, great on gas but a small gas tank so you fill up more often.Had it for a year and a half with no problems at all. Looked at the Mazda CX5 but similarly equipped was $1500 more(only a conventional 2.5L). Ford Escape 2.0L has a lot of jam

sillyak · #6 10-14-2018, 09:45 AM

My wife's vehicle just got written off so we are shopping. Honda CRV is at the top of the list so far and we have looked at a lot!!

curtz · #7 10-13-2018, 03:37 PM

My wife has had two Jeep Grande Cherokee's, they were both very good vehical's, there prices seem to have increased big time in the last couple of years, she was upgrading this year so she decided to try a Ford Edge, so far a very nice vehical.

-JR- · #8 10-13-2018, 03:30 PM

Ford Explorer . Heard very good reviews. Their V-6 gets 10L/100km
My Wife's Hyundai V6 around 14L/100Km and very hard to work on engine, as every thing is build tight. to replace alternator you have to remove rad.

Ken H · #9 10-14-2018, 03:22 PM

The wife has a 2008 Acura RDX. Never seems to breakdown. 300k and still runs great. We would definitely look st another Acura if we buy another SUV again.

Jayhad · #10 10-14-2018, 03:45 PM

Run with the tribe,
Grand Cherokee

BGS906 · #11 10-14-2018, 03:47 PM

Drove the 2018 Honda CRV for some test drives, with the CVT trans it is real nice to drive, the RPMs are always in the sweet spot, it is real sporty and quick, the mileage is awesome but.........since they won some awards for this vehicle recently........they are overpriced and not willing to negotiate at all on pricing.
We went with a Toyota Highlander, little bigger, very smooth V6 with an 8 speed auto transmission, 3rd row seating. The Highlander has a smoother ride.
We thought we were getting better value overall on the Highlander. Excellent looking vehicle too along with the CRV.

skain11 · #12 10-15-2018, 03:08 PM

My wife was in the market for a small suv as well. I told her this will be a process that will take me some time to review all vehicles in that class. one week later she had a 2015 Nissan Rogue because that was the one she liked best. Keeping in mind our lower budget ($20k) thus eliminating the premium brands such as Lexus, Acura , Cadillac etc...So we quickly narrowed down to the ones that reviewed near the top of most consumer reports...in order I found Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda...you get the picture. so a few logical variables listed below that most already know...
1. good mileage 4 cyl, good power 6 cyl
2. if you want a higher level of luxury you can get an older vehicle for a similar cost as a newer vehicle with less options
3. If not paying cash, With zero percent financing on new, you can almost get the numbers the same as when financing preowned at 5-6%
4. determine what is important to the driver..i.e. leather, 3rd row seating, premium sound etc
5. low mileage low mileage low mileage
6. Dealers never make mistakes on initial pricing but are motivated to sell so stay strong, like I advised our younger sales clerk as we sat down...welcome to Mexico now the fun begins...

stuckincity · #13 10-15-2018, 03:21 PM

4-Runner, hands down.
I had a old '88 till a couple of years ago, and the thing would plow through 2 or 3 foot snowbanks like they almost weren't there, and I never got stuck.

Don't know much about new ones, but maybe check into 'em just for the "heck" of it.

owlhoot · #14 10-15-2018, 04:03 PM

Another vote for the Ford Escape 2.0l ecoboost 4wd, I found them a wee bit small but mileage is great, I have two relatives with them and they get hiway mileage in the mid to hi 40's

Justfishin73 · #15 10-15-2018, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by stuckincity

4-Runner, hands down.
I had a old '88 till a couple of years ago, and the thing would plow through 2 or 3 foot snowbanks like they almost weren't there, and I never got stuck.

Don't know much about new ones, but maybe check into 'em just for the "heck" of it.

4-runner $60k, not $20k

Hyundai Santa Fe --on our second one---great unit

Ice Fishing Maniac · #16 10-15-2018, 10:24 PM

Our Buick Enclave AWD in the CXL2 model was a great unit for our family. Highly recommend. we seriously considered another one but opted for a mint Platinum Escalade that had 27000kms

brslk · #17 10-16-2018, 12:26 AM

I have an older Hyundai Santa Fe and love it. It was actually an improvement over the Lexus I had previous to it.
The 2.7 V6 is a great engine, enough power and good fuel economy.
Very comfortable and super reliable.