Help me pick a SUV

jetblk328i · 01-28-2010, 04:39 PM

Hello,

I am planning on trading in my old lexus rx for another SUV for the winter. Before, I was interested in purchasing new, but now i want either certified or a good pre owned.

My budget is roughly 25000.

Here are some limitations:

1.Must have AWD
2.Must be good in snow
3. X3 size preferred but can tolerate up to and including mercedes ML size.
4.Decent room inside.
5. OK(not range rover or hummer ) fuel economy.

Currently, i was thinking, X3 or LR2ish...
Any and all suggestions are appreciated!
*Edit* not interested in another Lexus Rx.

Thanks!

daheechang · 01-28-2010, 04:40 PM

acura rdx?

daheechang · 01-28-2010, 04:41 PM

or i personally would love to get this as a snow monster

http://images.motortrend.com/auto_sh...front_view.jpg

jetblk328i · 01-28-2010, 04:42 PM

haha, oh i forgot one biggie.... it CANNOT be a station wagony thing, ie. Volvo XC70.

hmm, acura rdx, i'll put that on the list to take a look at(unsure about the interior *******

daheechang · 01-28-2010, 04:44 PM

lol i guess the forester is out of the question then.. i hear toyota fj cruisers are alot of off road fun, but i think they look hideous.

quagmire · 01-28-2010, 04:46 PM

First gen SRX. Try to grab a 2007 or newer as those have a much improved interior, but it drives great. Won C&D best luxury SUV 3 years in a row. It even beat the new X5 in 2007 when it came in 2nd to the MDX( ugh!).

KingOfJericho · 01-28-2010, 05:06 PM

FX35?

LI E90 · 01-28-2010, 05:14 PM

Audi Q5

jetblk328i · 01-28-2010, 05:33 PM

I'd love an Audi Q5, except the price is way over my budget. Any used/certified ones are well over 25000 and new ones are out of the picture. =(

I also like the FX35 but there are NO infiniti dealers within a 50 mile radius so they are harder to find.

Good suggestions, keep em coming!

BMW E90 · 01-28-2010, 05:43 PM

I think for around $25k you should look at maybe an 07 RX350, highlander, Rav4, honda pilot, GMC terrain. Be wary in buying a toyota though. There's a recent recall on some of the models (mostly 09-10 but some models go back to 05- avalon).

Bimmer007 · 01-28-2010, 07:02 PM

Acura mdx, it is about the same size as an ML but is less expensive and has good handling and acceleration.

http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com...-Midsize-SUVs/

the rdx is really fun too, 2007 had the most sporty suspension,

smmmurf · 01-28-2010, 07:15 PM

Get a used '05-'08 Lexus GX470. Those drivetrains will go 500,000 miles.

pittsy · 01-28-2010, 07:39 PM

tahoe?

Bartman619 · 01-28-2010, 08:05 PM

2010 Subaru Outback

touareg · 01-28-2010, 08:12 PM

For the smaller options, I like the LR2, RDX, or CX-7. For something bigger, maybe the X5, ML, SRX, or Pilot.

jetblk328i · 01-28-2010, 09:30 PM

hmm lots of interesting suggestions!

Keep them coming!

I am currently leaning towards smaller vehicles like the LR2, RDX, and X3. However I do like the ML. But sadly, the tahoe, GX, and MDX are too big for me.

Touareg, i am surprised you did not suggest a touareg lol, my sister in law has one, its great!!! but too big and too thirsty for me

touareg · 01-28-2010, 09:45 PM

lol...i did think about it, it is definitely an option :-) i don't think it should be horrendously thirsty with the V6, it's no bigger than an ML, and it is really nice inside

Alexander · 01-28-2010, 09:58 PM

4Runner!!!!!!!!

TheAcAvenger · 01-28-2010, 10:01 PM

I second the Q5 vote.

I saw the new Acura ZDX for the first time yesterday and actually realllllllllly liked it. Check it out

BMW E90 · 01-28-2010, 10:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheAcAvenger

I second the Q5 vote.

I saw the new Acura ZDX for the first time yesterday and actually realllllllllly liked it. Check it out

Except it costs like $46k for a base model; $50k with the tech stuff. That's 2x the OP's budget. But to be honest I would love to have that car. I saw it at a local dealer and really liked it as well.

JayReplay · 01-28-2010, 10:42 PM

VW Tiguan 2.0T. A fun little truck

lyndon_h · 01-28-2010, 10:43 PM

What do you want out of the vehicle? You say you want a small SUV, but i don't know what you want to do with it. IMO, a small SUV is often not much more useful than a sedan (unless you're looking for cargo room for a dog, etc). Do you like the driving position, but wanted something small enough to still be someone interesting to drive?

01-28-2010, 04:39 PM	#1
jetblk328i Colonel Drives: Jet blk 328i Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hershey PA Posts: 2,419 iTrader: (1)	Help me pick a SUV Hello, I am planning on trading in my old lexus rx for another SUV for the winter. Before, I was interested in purchasing new, but now i want either certified or a good pre owned. My budget is roughly 25000. Here are some limitations: 1.Must have AWD 2.Must be good in snow 3. X3 size preferred but can tolerate up to and including mercedes ML size. 4.Decent room inside. 5. OK(not range rover or hummer ) fuel economy. Currently, i was thinking, X3 or LR2ish... Any and all suggestions are appreciated! Edit not interested in another Lexus Rx. Thanks! __________________ 07 328i, jet black/black. heated seats, auto. Mods:Chromed Grille,Ipod,BMW All Weather Floor Mats-if you call that a mod. Mods Coming soon:,Blacklines,Chrome Tips, OEM xenons.......
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01-28-2010, 04:42 PM	#4
jetblk328i Colonel Drives: Jet blk 328i Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hershey PA Posts: 2,419 iTrader: (1)	haha, oh i forgot one biggie.... it CANNOT be a station wagony thing, ie. Volvo XC70. hmm, acura rdx, i'll put that on the list to take a look at(unsure about the interior ******* __________________ 07 328i, jet black/black. heated seats, auto. Mods:Chromed Grille,Ipod,BMW All Weather Floor Mats-if you call that a mod. Mods Coming soon:,Blacklines,Chrome Tips, OEM xenons.......

01-28-2010, 05:06 PM	#7
KingOfJericho Brigadier General Drives: Yes Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: CT Posts: 4,241 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2010 135i Coupe [4.50]	FX35? __________________ The views and opinions expressed in this post are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Bimmerpost. 2010 S4 Current \| 2010 BMW 135i GONE \| 2008 VW GTI SOLD \| 2006 Lotus Exige SOLD

01-28-2010, 05:14 PM	#8
LI E90 Colonel Drives: E90 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Long Island Posts: 2,086 iTrader: (2)	Audi Q5 __________________ 2007 328i black/terra/burl:step,sport,prem,heated seats,xenon,sirius.matte black grille,chrome tips 50% tint. 2010 Mazda CX7 1969 Datsun Fairlady 2000 Roadster(for when there is zero chance of rain)

01-28-2010, 05:33 PM	#9
jetblk328i Colonel Drives: Jet blk 328i Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hershey PA Posts: 2,419 iTrader: (1)	I'd love an Audi Q5, except the price is way over my budget. Any used/certified ones are well over 25000 and new ones are out of the picture. =( I also like the FX35 but there are NO infiniti dealers within a 50 mile radius so they are harder to find. Good suggestions, keep em coming! __________________ 07 328i, jet black/black. heated seats, auto. Mods:Chromed Grille,Ipod,BMW All Weather Floor Mats-if you call that a mod. Mods Coming soon:,Blacklines,Chrome Tips, OEM xenons.......

01-28-2010, 04:40 PM	#2
daheechang Colonel Drives: 330i Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Shoreline Posts: 2,314 iTrader: (13)	acura rdx?

01-28-2010, 04:41 PM	#3
daheechang Colonel Drives: 330i Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Shoreline Posts: 2,314 iTrader: (13)	or i personally would love to get this as a snow monster http://images.motortrend.com/auto_sh...front_view.jpg

01-28-2010, 04:44 PM	#5
daheechang Colonel Drives: 330i Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Shoreline Posts: 2,314 iTrader: (13)	lol i guess the forester is out of the question then.. i hear toyota fj cruisers are alot of off road fun, but i think they look hideous.

01-28-2010, 04:46 PM	#6
quagmire I am Gundam Drives: 2007 BMW 335xi, Saturn Aura XR Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: USA Posts: 994 iTrader: (0)	First gen SRX. Try to grab a 2007 or newer as those have a much improved interior, but it drives great. Won C&D best luxury SUV 3 years in a row. It even beat the new X5 in 2007 when it came in 2nd to the MDX( ugh!).

01-28-2010, 05:43 PM	#10
BMW E90 Major General Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Around the Bay Posts: 7,948 iTrader: (8)	I think for around $25k you should look at maybe an 07 RX350, highlander, Rav4, honda pilot, GMC terrain. Be wary in buying a toyota though. There's a recent recall on some of the models (mostly 09-10 but some models go back to 05- avalon).

01-28-2010, 07:02 PM	#11
Bimmer007 Lieutenant Drives: Cars Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 535 iTrader: (0)	Acura mdx, it is about the same size as an ML but is less expensive and has good handling and acceleration. http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com...-Midsize-SUVs/ the rdx is really fun too, 2007 had the most sporty suspension, __________________ Last edited by Bimmer007; 01-28-2010 at 08:37 PM.

01-28-2010, 07:15 PM	#12
smmmurf Lieutenant Colonel Drives: 2009 M3 Sedan 6MT Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Pleasanton, CA Posts: 1,974 iTrader: (7)	Get a used '05-'08 Lexus GX470. Those drivetrains will go 500,000 miles. __________________ M3 Sedan LCI - AW/Black - 6MT - no moonroof - no folding seats - RAC RG63 - clear bra by Omega Werks SFR SCCA Spec Miata Champion & driving coach (NASA, NCRC, PTech, private)

01-28-2010, 07:39 PM	#13
pittsy Captain Drives: Jerez...E92 M3 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 860 iTrader: (0)	tahoe? __________________ 08 E92 M3 Jerez Black \| Bamboo \| 6MT \| 18s \| 5% tint \| No iDrive \| Heated Seats \| V1 hardwire \| ///M Alu Pedals \| Matte Black Grills \| Painted Reflectors \| CF Roundels \| GP Thunder 8500k \| Remus Race Exhaust \| VMR V701 18s Matte Black

01-28-2010, 08:05 PM	#14
Bartman619 Captain Drives: Bimmer Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: SDCA Posts: 652 iTrader: (2)	2010 Subaru Outback

01-28-2010, 08:12 PM	#15
touareg Private First Class Drives: 2009 135i Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: South Bay, NorCal Posts: 175 iTrader: (0)	For the smaller options, I like the LR2, RDX, or CX-7. For something bigger, maybe the X5, ML, SRX, or Pilot. __________________ Currently: 2008 Mini Cooper S 6-sp CPO In a previous life: 2009 BMW 135i Coupe (CDN) \|\| Alpine White . Coral Red . Poplar Grey \|\| Manual . M-Sport . Premium . Navigation . Premium Sound . PDC

01-28-2010, 09:30 PM	#16
jetblk328i Colonel Drives: Jet blk 328i Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hershey PA Posts: 2,419 iTrader: (1)	hmm lots of interesting suggestions! Keep them coming! I am currently leaning towards smaller vehicles like the LR2, RDX, and X3. However I do like the ML. But sadly, the tahoe, GX, and MDX are too big for me. Touareg, i am surprised you did not suggest a touareg lol, my sister in law has one, its great!!! but too big and too thirsty for me __________________ 07 328i, jet black/black. heated seats, auto. Mods:Chromed Grille,Ipod,BMW All Weather Floor Mats-if you call that a mod. Mods Coming soon:,Blacklines,Chrome Tips, OEM xenons.......

01-28-2010, 09:45 PM	#17
touareg Private First Class Drives: 2009 135i Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: South Bay, NorCal Posts: 175 iTrader: (0)	lol...i did think about it, it is definitely an option :-) i don't think it should be horrendously thirsty with the V6, it's no bigger than an ML, and it is really nice inside __________________ Currently: 2008 Mini Cooper S 6-sp CPO In a previous life: 2009 BMW 135i Coupe (CDN) \|\| Alpine White . Coral Red . Poplar Grey \|\| Manual . M-Sport . Premium . Navigation . Premium Sound . PDC

01-28-2010, 09:58 PM	#18
Alexander Mad tyte EuR0 style boooi <--- Joke Drives: E30, E85, MKVI Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Deal's Gap Posts: 2,473 iTrader: (0)	4Runner!!!!!!!!

01-28-2010, 10:01 PM	#19
TheAcAvenger Brigadier General Drives: 2007 E92 335i Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: 757, VA Posts: 3,073 iTrader: (1)	I second the Q5 vote. I saw the new Acura ZDX for the first time yesterday and actually realllllllllly liked it. Check it out __________________ 2007 E92 335i - TC Kline DA Coilovers, HPA M3 Suspension Retrofit, Quaife LSD, Stoptech 6/4 BBK, Volk TE-37s, AR Downpipes, RDSport Quads, Forge DVs, Stett OC, RB Turbos, Procede V5, PWM Meth, Helix IC, EAS DCI, Rixster VEI, M-Tech Sides, OEM Aero Lip, Rieger Spoiler, Vorsteiner V-35 Hood, Performance Steering Wheel, Anthracite Headliner, OSS Headlights

01-28-2010, 10:42 PM	#21
JayReplay Major Drives: E46 M3 6MT Sunroof Delete Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: River Forest, IL Posts: 1,481 iTrader: (16)	VW Tiguan 2.0T. A fun little truck __________________ Oxford Green E46 M3 - Current - 6MT, Sunroof Delete, KW V2, Turner Camber Plates & Brake Ducts, OEM ZCPs (Street), Volk TE37s (Track), Paino Black Trim, Dinan SSK, ZHP Knob, Umnitza AEs

01-28-2010, 10:43 PM	#22
lyndon_h Lieutenant Colonel Drives: e90 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Madagascar Posts: 1,923 iTrader: (2)	What do you want out of the vehicle? You say you want a small SUV, but i don't know what you want to do with it. IMO, a small SUV is often not much more useful than a sedan (unless you're looking for cargo room for a dog, etc). Do you like the driving position, but wanted something small enough to still be someone interesting to drive?

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