Need to buy an SUV, need opinions...

Lone_Wolf70
Lone_Wolf70 Posts: 2,820 Member
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Totaled my car two weeks ago...need a good size SUV (new or used) with preferable 3rd row seating. Price range of 25-35Kish...


any recommendations?
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  • Hornsby
    Hornsby Posts: 10,322 Member
    Well, not a SUV, but just as functional. VW Jetta Sportswagen TDI

    You get SUV storage, and great fuel economy.

    I don't think there are really that many people that actually "need" an SUV. It's an american thing.
  • woodwardtm
    woodwardtm Posts: 361 Member
    I love my Ford Edge but it doesn't have 3rd row seating. Handles like a dream in the snow, nice ride, quiet...
  • Justme030
    Justme030 Posts: 255 Member
    Totaled my car two weeks ago...need a good size SUV (new or used) with preferable 3rd row seating. Price range of 25-35Kish...


    any recommendations?

    I have a durango it's ok but I'm wanting a new explorer!
  • hayles333
    hayles333 Posts: 105 Member
    I am IN LOVE with my new Nissan Pathfinder! It has the third row seating. :)
  • jmc0806
    jmc0806 Posts: 1,444 Member
    Nissan Pathfinder?
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  • eperezamora
    eperezamora Posts: 42 Member
    i just got the nissan pathfinder, 3rd row seating and not a gas hogger!
  • Jesea
    Jesea Posts: 376 Member
    Love my Pathfinder :)
  • blueimp
    blueimp Posts: 230 Member
    My Toyota RAV-4 has optional 3rd row seating. I'm kind of meeh on the car though.
  • megalin9
    megalin9 Posts: 771 Member
    i just got the nissan pathfinder, 3rd row seating and not a gas hogger!

    Ooooo, really?! Tell me more!
  • indyducks
    indyducks Posts: 43 Member
    I have a Toyota RAV4 with the optional 3rd row seating. I absolutely LOVE it!! Have had it for 5 years, and not planning to get anything different anytime soon.
  • countryclowgirl
    countryclowgirl Posts: 31 Member
    I have ford 2000 expend. All bell and whistle. I got it 5 yrs ago and still runs great. She needs some cosmetic work but engine is good. Dealer is asking me "if I want to sell." I just smile and say "you not taking my truck"
    I got mine used. so befor anyone starts talk about monthly payments let me just say I own my truck out right.
  • Cliffslosinit
    Cliffslosinit Posts: 5,044 Member
    I have a Chrysler Aspen 4WD 5.7 L Hemi.....
    Gets the job done!

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  • Nightterror218
    Nightterror218 Posts: 375 Member
    get a truck w/ a canopy
  • suv_hater
    suv_hater Posts: 374 Member
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  • tzig00
    tzig00 Posts: 875 Member
    What are you going for? Comfort, affordability, gas mileage, safety? Safety wise I would not go Ford (no offense to the Ford lovers, there are crash studies), Volvo has a very high safety rating, free maintenance I think, and great gas mileage. It really depends on your preference and what you're going to use it for. Test drive and find one that fits you, you have to mesh well with your car. Trust me, my last one tried to kill me multiple times.
  • taunto
    taunto Posts: 6,420 Member
    I love my Suburban. It might give 2 miles per gallon but gas is like $0.50/Gallon so its all good!
  • eazy_
    eazy_ Posts: 516 Member
    Infiniti QX56
  • blbasham
    blbasham Posts: 11
    I have an 05 Expedition with third row seating. I love it! I have never had any major problems..had to have the fan replaced in the air conditioner but it only cost about $80. Plenty of room for my 3 kids, dog, sports equipment, and 3 of their friends. The back seat lays down for more storage. I love it enough to buy another when this one is paid off. lol
  • eperezamora
    eperezamora Posts: 42 Member
    i just got the nissan pathfinder, 3rd row seating and not a gas hogger!

    Ooooo, really?! Tell me more!

    Got from Christmas. Fills up with 60- and that usually last over a week.. and its 4 wheel drive =) I fell in LOVE, lol
  • SkinnyMsFitness
    SkinnyMsFitness Posts: 389 Member
    Most dependable = Toyota & Honda/Acura
    Seriously fun = BMW X5!!!

    I don't know where you live, but I live in the US and I will vouch that American-made vehicles are more headaches than they're worth. Steer clear!!

    (Known by experience & bf's a mechanic.)
  • Lone_Wolf70
    Lone_Wolf70 Posts: 2,820 Member
    Well, not a SUV, but just as functional. VW Jetta Sportswagen TDI

    You get SUV storage, and great fuel economy.

    I don't think there are really that many people that actually "need" an SUV. It's an american thing.

    3 kids dude. I need an SUV. A jettasportswagon seems like a chick car. A decidedly un-American thing.
  • solarpower03
    solarpower03 Posts: 12,161 Member
    Well, not a SUV, but just as functional. VW Jetta Sportswagen TDI

    You get SUV storage, and great fuel economy.

    I don't think there are really that many people that actually "need" an SUV. It's an american thing.


    VW TDI- power and economy. I drive Golf and it is sweet to drive.
  • rob1976
    rob1976 Posts: 1,328 Member
    My wife drives a Mazda CX-9 and it is honestly the best car I've ever owned. Mazda did well with the CX line.
  • lorieric5037
    lorieric5037 Posts: 97
    Get a MINI! Sooooo fun - you'll forget that you "need" to buy a SUV!!:bigsmile:
  • alliemarie77
    alliemarie77 Posts: 378 Member
    I initially wanted a Tahoe with third row seating. A lot of them the kids would have to climb over the seat on though. I am picky about stuff like that, and I didn't like the idea. So, I let my husband talk me into looking at Yukons, and Suburbans with third row seating. I decided to to go with a Suburban LT. It has dual AC, heated front seats, and a rear defroster. The kids don't have to climb over the seats, and there is plenty of room for a family of 5!! Good luck!
  • megalin9
    megalin9 Posts: 771 Member
    i just got the nissan pathfinder, 3rd row seating and not a gas hogger!

    Ooooo, really?! Tell me more!

    Got from Christmas. Fills up with 60- and that usually last over a week.. and its 4 wheel drive =) I fell in LOVE, lol

    What is the actual gas mileage? I do a lot of running up and down the roads between work, daycare, home, church, softball, volleyball, groceries, family events...you get the idea. My husband thinks a mini-van is in our future. He's lost his mind if he ever thinks I will drive a mini-van, so I'm trying to find an SUV big enough for the family that isn't a total gas guzzler.
  • cjenkins91
    cjenkins91 Posts: 92 Member
    I love my toyota highlander - V6 engine - never given me any problems and has a really convenient 3rd row seat that can be put down or up :)
  • Putcake
    Putcake Posts: 93 Member
    We bought a new to us 2005 Ford Expedition in 2008. I love it - we bought it to haul our 3 dogs, future (now 1) kids and pull our travel trailer. It has an amazingly smooth ride and 3 rows of seating. The trunk space is not huge when the third row is up, but one push of a button and the seats fold down.

    When it dies (I will drive it til the end), we will buy another. Or possibly upgrade to an Excursion. We also have a 2005 Pontiac Vibe for everyday driving, and longer trips (that don't require the space of the Expy). It's a little workhorse and it makes me sad that Pontiac is no more.
  • CountingCaloriesSuxass
    CountingCaloriesSuxass Posts: 387 Member
    I have a Chrysler Aspen 4WD 5.7 L Hemi.....
    Gets the job done!

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    what job is that?:)

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