What mid sized SUV would you buy?

[bimmerfrk]

Possibly looking for a CPO'ed small to mid size suv in the 40-50k price range.

What would you guys buy, why, and how is reliability?

I'm looking at the following:
x1
x3
x4-- but not to many used at this point to new of a model I think
ml350
Range Rover Evoque

What else is out there worth considering?

[Alfisti]

What's it for? Single driver or family haulin? Need WAY more info.

[bimmerfrk]

Originally Posted by Alfisti

What's it for? Single driver or family haulin? Need WAY more info.

For daily driving mostly. Maybe some home depot runs as well.

My commute is short like 1 mile. My current dd is a m3 sedan but I want some thing that I can take in the snow and I mean real snow not a dusting to an inch. and haul shit around when needed.

[JasonCSU]

Yeah, some more info would be useful. In that price range if it were me, I would look for a Jeep Grand Cherokee. The reason being is that I prefer a true SUV with a 4WD system containing low range over the cross-over SUVs (which are basically hatchbacks on stilts). I would actually want to use an SUV to go 4-wheeling, which I know the majority of the SUV target market doesn't care about.

[P1]

I had an X3 M Sport as a loaner recently and REALLY liked it... If it's CPO, who cares about reliability. Right?

[Alfisti]

If you're gonna haul ANYTHING the X1 is near useless, it's a shoebox.

I am also extremely nervous about owning German out of warranty, if your CPO i will assume you'll ditch it once the warranty expires.

If it were me, TBh I'd get an XC60 or a Ford Edge if i was hauling anything. X1/X3/Q5 are small for Home Depot duty. The Edge or RX350 is a tad larger, i think the Volvo may be too.

Ideally i'd be looking at an Audi A6 Allroad as a brilliant compromise but the only ship the tiny A4 Allroad. madness.

An outback with the V6 and fully loaded is under 40k in the US.

Want another odd option? Saab 9-3 wagon, AERO trim from 2009. Get the tune and you're rocking 350HP, looks great and carries WAY more stuff than a Q5 or X3. It'll set you back maybe $15K.

Basically, you need to decide if you're just commuting or really using it for home depot duty.

[RandomHero]

Originally Posted by bimmerfrk

Possibly looking for a CPO'ed small to mid size suv in the 40-50k price range.

What would you guys buy, why, and how is reliability?

I'm looking at the following:
x1
x3
x4-- but not to many used at this point to new of a model I think
ml350
Range Rover Evoque

What else is out there worth considering?

Pretty big difference between the size and price of all the cars you mentioned.

Any reason for not considering the GLK350? My girlfriend recently had this exact same dilemma and eventually chose the GLK.

We really WANTED to like the X-line, but were underwhelmed by their look and feel. They were covered in generic black plastic trim and the only way to avoid that was by getting the M-line (or whatever it's called these days) package. Even with the M package the 28i seemed to drive the same as the GLK and the 35i line was $10k+ more in price (not a consideration).

The Evoque I'm sure is a nice car, but we weren't impressed by the exterior design. To us, it had too much of a resemblance to the Ford Flex.

We also looked at the Acura MDX. It really is a great car, but it was in a lower category compared to BMW, Mercedes, Audi, etc.

The runner-up for us was the Audi Q5. The interior is absolutely beautiful in them and the controls/navigation interface was leaps and bounds better than anything we saw at the same price point.

Of note: We also test drove an Audi SQ5 which was an amazing car. Ultimately, she decided it didn't make sense to buy a $65k vehicle.

She chose the GLK largely because nothing could come close for under $50k with the options she wanted.

She's had it for about 2-3 months now and I will admit that I'm very much a fan of the car.

[bimmerfrk]

Originally Posted by P1et

I had an X3 M Sport as a loaner recently and REALLY liked it... If it's CPO, who cares about reliability. Right?

Yea I guess your are right. I like to hang on to cars for over 5 years so at some point it will come into play I guess.

[Whostheboss]

The New Porsche Macan?

[kevinbahnz]

Why no x5.

[finaloption]

RX350?

[bimmerfrk]

Originally Posted by Whostheboss

The New Porsche Macan?

Not many CPO'ed since its new and to much $$$ new.

Originally Posted by finaloption

RX350?

Have you driven this car? It drives like a bowl of chocolate pudding. This is a horrible car, but this is my opinion.



X5 yea maybe....But also maybe out of my price range on a car with low miles.

[bimmerfrk]

Originally Posted by RandomHero

Pretty big difference between the size and price of all the cars you mentioned.

Any reason for not considering the GLK350? My girlfriend recently had this exact same dilemma and eventually chose the GLK.

We really WANTED to like the X-line, but were underwhelmed by their look and feel. They were covered in generic black plastic trim and the only way to avoid that was by getting the M-line (or whatever it's called these days) package. Even with the M package the 28i seemed to drive the same as the GLK and the 35i line was $10k+ more in price (not a consideration).

The Evoque I'm sure is a nice car, but we weren't impressed by the exterior design. To us, it had too much of a resemblance to the Ford Flex.

We also looked at the Acura MDX. It really is a great car, but it was in a lower category compared to BMW, Mercedes, Audi, etc.

The runner-up for us was the Audi Q5. The interior is absolutely beautiful in them and the controls/navigation interface was leaps and bounds better than anything we saw at the same price point.

Of note: We also test drove an Audi SQ5 which was an amazing car. Ultimately, she decided it didn't make sense to buy a $65k vehicle.

She chose the GLK largely because nothing could come close for under $50k with the options she wanted.

She's had it for about 2-3 months now and I will admit that I'm very much a fan of the car.

I think I'm feeling you on the GLK

How does it drive?

[P1]

Say what you want, but the new Ford Explorer Sport looks GOOD!

[Whostheboss]

Originally Posted by bimmerfrk

Not many CPO'ed since its new and to much $$$ new.

Oh yea sorry, i completely over looked the CPO part.

What about a 2012 Porsche Cayenne? It's not as big. I consider it mid sized.
You can get one for $40k-$45k

If not, How about an Audi Q5?

The only other SUV at that price that'll get my attention is
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

[Alfisti]

Originally Posted by P1et

Say what you want, but the new Ford Explorer Sport looks GOOD!

You could fit three X1's in it too.

[Patrick303]

I'm baised towards Range Rover (obviously) but I'll add that if you're looking to haul more than a couple of gallons of paint from Home Depot, cross the Evoque off your list. The Evoque's cargo space is smaller than an e9x trunk!

In the $40k-$50k range you could get a CPO Range Rover Sport or Porsche Cayenne. X3 and Q5 are nice options too. Go test drive a few and pick the one that stands out in your mind.

[Templar]

SUV? I'd go with the new Explorer. It's actually really nice. I've driven one because we're considering one for my wife to replace her current hatchback hybrid. A fully loaded explorer sport is pretty darn nice.

Me? I use my new baby... But I pull a trailer with it from time to time, so...

F-250 Lariat Super Duty (with the 6.7 turbo diesel)

[bimmerfrk]

Originally Posted by Templar

SUV? I'd go with the new Explorer. It's actually really nice. I've driven one because we're considering one for my wife to replace her current hatchback hybrid. A fully loaded explorer sport is pretty darn nice.

Me? I use my new baby... But I pull a trailer with it from time to time, so...

F-250 Lariat Super Duty (with the 6.7 turbo diesel)

wow 6.7, I don't need to haul that much. If I get this I might as well keep DDing my m3

[kevinbahnz]

Originally Posted by bimmerfrk

Not many CPO'ed since its new and to much $$$ new.

Have you driven this car? It drives like a bowl of chocolate pudding. This is a horrible car, but this is my opinion.



X5 yea maybe....But also maybe out of my price range on a car with low miles.

You'll be surprised. You can have a cpo'd x5 for under 40k.

[Templar]

Originally Posted by bimmerfrk

wow 6.7, I don't need to haul that much. If I get this I might as well keep DDing my m3

You don't, and neither do I (yet). I have bigger plans in the next few years. They involve a 5th wheel camper and some MAJOR travelling around the country. Going to enjoy every minute of it.

The Explorer with the EcoBoost is pretty sporty and nice. Ford has really started to do good work. The interior of my Lariat F-250 is almost as nice as my BMW, just bigger. It has everything my BMW does. Originally I thought of Ford as cheap plastic junk, but they have come quite a ways. Sure, it doesn't say BMW or Audi or Porsche, but they are a lot better than they used to be. Fully loaded and brand new is in your price range. It's worth a look.

[Alfisti]

Which is why i said Edge, it's still bigger than a Q5 or X3 but not a tank.