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What is this discussion about? Mercedes-Benz M-Class, Acura MDX, Lexus RX 330, BMW X5, Cadillac SRX, Toyota Highlander, Volvo XC90, SUV

#974 of 1068 Re: RX 400h [caps04] by msu79gt82 Aug 22, 2005 (11:46 am)
Replying to: caps04 (Aug 22, 2005 10:05 am) Aside from the vehicle, you have to deal with their dealerships (of course there will be some bad ones) to understand why most people lock themselves into Toyota/Lexus once they buy their car.   Good luck with your new vehicle and I agree 100% that you have to deal with the dealership as part of the buying/ownership process. Aside from the incredible markeup on Lexus (e.g. ~$8000 on a GS300 vs. ~$4000 on an M35) the local dealership near me is too arrogant and pretentious for me. Hence I have bought 2 MDXs and 1 FX35. My local Acura dealership (3 cars bought) and my local Infiniti dealership (1 car bought) have been great
#975 of 1068 MDX worth it with new style next year? by stillsearching Oct 15, 2005 (5:19 am)
My lease is up on my Accord, which I love but am moving into an SUV. Right now, the leading candidate is the 06 MDX Touring w/ Nav. My only concern is looks. I am not wild about the look plus I hear the 07 will be re-styled. The problem is my work will lease the car for me, which means I am in it for 3 years. My commute is about to be about an hour each way (thankfully they pay for the gas) and I want something comfortable, works for family (right now wife, 5 year old, dog, hopefully another child soon), and safe in New England winters. Question: do I go with the MDX even if the look will be really old in a year or the RX330 (classy look inside/out and nice ride but a bit boring) or XC90 (questionable track record, not sure about the ride)? Welcome any thoughts. Replies to this message: habitat1 (Oct 17, 2005 2:20 pm) lovemyclk (Oct 18, 2005 8:08 am)
#976 of 1068 Here in MA by anythngbutgm Oct 17, 2005 (5:53 am)
Our 03' MDX plows though the N.E. winters great. Tight as a drum and damn reliable (almost 60k runs like brand new). It's my wifes car and she actually compared it to the other 2 you mentioned.   RX was nice, but didn;t feel as "planted" as the X. Had a lot of front end push in corners (I know it's an SUV but still) and I thought it was too narrow in the back seat.   The Volvo is a winner IMO. If I was driving the vehicle more often, I might have gone with the XC90. Alot of thought went into it from the seats, to the ergonomics, to the safety. And the appearance inside in out is handsome too. I think the only downfall was the $$$ for maintainence past 50k and I thought the steering felt VERY disconnected, very numb... The front suspension felt fragile, and the tranny (2.5t) was gear hunting way too much for my tastes.   Our MDX has been excellent though and on the safety front, we survived a rear end collision from some moron on rt128 who plowed into us (full speed, probably 70mph) pushing us up onto the median and into the guardrail... We walked away without a scratch... That was 30k miles ago and still to this day she runs like a champ. Very satisfied owners.
#977 of 1068 Re: MDX worth it with new style next year? [stillsearching] by habitat1 Oct 17, 2005 (2:20 pm)
Replying to: stillsearching (Oct 15, 2005 5:19 am) We have a 2005 MDX and, like anthngbutgm, are quite happy.   However, if I was you and had somebody else paying 3-year lease payments and gas, I might have pushed my wife harder for the XC90 V8 or even considered the Land Rover LR3. We bought outright and intend to keep the vehicle 7-10 years, so the reliability factors, fuel efficiency, standard features, etc all favored the MDX.   As for the RX330 being a "classy look", I guess beauty is in the eye of the beholder. To me, the RX's looks have never grown on me. The skinny tires, funky back end, funky dash/console layout, etc. all look like they belong on a GM minivan rather than a Lexus SUV. I am much more favorably disposed to the GX470, which we might have gone for except for the dysfunctional third row seating arrangement. Replies to this message: lovemyclk (Oct 18, 2005 8:08 am)
#978 of 1068 Thanks for the feedback by stillsearching Oct 17, 2005 (3:24 pm)
I do like the XC90 but I don't think it will fit in my budget (need to stay under $600 per month) if I want an AWD. Plus, I have heard mixed reviews with reliability. Probably going to do a black 2005 Touring w/ Nav for 36 months, 45,000 miles for $600. Anyone know if that sounds like a good deal?
#979 of 1068 Re: MDX worth it with new style next year? [habitat1] by lovemyclk Oct 18, 2005 (8:08 am)
Replying to: habitat1 (Oct 17, 2005 2:20 pm) I liken the RX330 to a "Lunar Rover" ... A well-built Lunar Rover at that!
#980 of 1068 a new competetor by autoboy16 Oct 18, 2005 (4:51 pm)
While we are at it why don't we call this a "luxury suv" discussion. While everyone seems to like the cayenne and th rx330/400h, lets bring their competetor, vw touareg. its v8 is really luxurious. and is more than capable of driving off road for those who like driving off the pavement once in a while.
#981 of 1068 VW by anythngbutgm Oct 19, 2005 (7:44 am)
I would think that the up coming Audi Q7 would make for better competition in this group... Heck while we are at it, might as well add the Volvo XC90. Drop the Caddy, the interior isn't even fit for a Kia Spectra, let alone the price tag it commands...
#982 of 1068 Go for SRX by tulegit Oct 19, 2005 (9:26 am)
I had a 2004 V6 Toyota Highlander which is the same as the Lexus RX's. It was a piece of crap. Just do a search for Toyota and Hesistation. Both the toyota and lexus shifted like a 100 hp V4. Toyota/Lexus had to issue a new a TSB to reprogram the computers which did not help. And the 5 different dealers i went to, were all rude and ignorant.   After I traded it in for a 2005 SRX V6, I'm in heaven. It drives and shifts like butter. Not to mention is was the Robb Reports "The Best of the Best". If you are not aware of the Robb Report, it's a magazine dedicated to the ultra luxury, they know luxury. It was also Car and Driver's SUV of the year 2 years in a row. And the styling is one of kind, distintive cadillac style.   And 3rd row seating is always a big plus for me and anyone with lots family and friends
#983 of 1068 Re: RX 400h [caps04] by hallini Oct 22, 2005 (4:30 pm)
Replying to: caps04 (Aug 22, 2005 10:05 am) I am considering the RX 400h, the Acura MDX or the Honda Odyssey Touring model. I currently drive a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser but want to buy something new. I want it to be fun to drive, peppy, better on gas mileage than my Landcruiser, sharp looking, and comfortable. My husband drives a Lexus SC 430. We are a family of 4: our two boys are 11 and 13 and the 13 yr. old is tall so I want plenty of leg room in the second row of seating. Cargo room is a concern too. Primary use is for the two boys and I going to and from school, to the grocery store, etc. but it will also be our family car going out to dinner and our car for occasional family trips. What do you think?

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