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What is the Best SUV For me?
by matthattan1587
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Jun 19, 2006 (8:02 am)
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Hello:
I am looking to upgrade to new SUV, but do not know which way to go. I currently have a 2004 Honda Accord Ex sedan (4cylinder 160 hp engine.) I loved the Honda Accord, but power was issue when merging onto short on ramps and stop sign on ramps here in New York City. I have so far looked at the Nissan Xterra and loved the way it drove. I was wondering what other cars I should look at. Here is what I am looking for:
1) A SUV that has a V6 engine.
2) A SUV that is not too large and has only a second row of seating like the Xterra.
3) An adequate amount of trunk size.
4) Looking to spend from $20,000 to $30,000
I know that the Xterra is considered a truck-based SUV, but I felt it drove similar to a car and had good interior and exterior features.
Gas mileage is not too big of a concern as I do not drive much (mostly a weekend car. Please let me know if the Exterra is the way to go or if there are any other smart alternatives?
Thanks M.M.
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Re: What is the Best SUV For me? [matthattan1587]
by thecat
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Jun 19, 2006 (3:41 pm)
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Replying to: matthattan1587 (Jun 19, 2006 8:02 am)
Nobody can tell you what is right for you. Go drive a few of the SUV's that meet your criteria (and there are more than a few) and pick the one YOU like best. The RAV and the Xterra are very different vehicles. The RAV is car based and by comparison to the X it aims at creature comfort as opposed to the X's off road capabilities IMO.
Keep us posted on your search.
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Re: What is the Best SUV For me? [thecat]
by matthattan1587
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Jun 19, 2006 (3:44 pm)
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Replying to: thecat (Jun 19, 2006 3:41 pm)
Thank you for your input...
I will have to test drive the new Rav4, but do you have any other suggestions besides the Rav4 and Xterra.
-MM
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Re: What is the Best SUV For me? [matthattan1587]
by tidester HOST
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Jun 19, 2006 (6:34 pm)
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Replying to: matthattan1587 (Jun 19, 2006 3:44 pm)
Take a look at 07 Santa Fe vs. 06 Rav4 vs. 07 Mazda Cx7, BMW X3 vs Subaru Forester/XT vs Infiniti FX 35 vs Toyota RAV4 and HL 2006 vs RAV4 2006 <- can't make up my mind, help!.
tidester, host
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Re: What is the Best SUV For me? [matthattan1587]
by thecat
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Jun 20, 2006 (3:59 am)
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Replying to: matthattan1587 (Jun 19, 2006 3:44 pm)
I'd give the Highlander a good look. It's been Consumer Reports top pick in the mid size SUV for some time. BMW has 2 models to look at - X3 & X5, the Honda Pilot. Heck, everybody is making SUV's these days. You probably owe it to yourself to take a look at the Ford & Chevy models too. They wouldn't be my choice but I'm not you.
Actually, now that I think about it, given the fact that you're in the Big Apple I would avoid anything that had a rear mounted spare. It won't last long there. I had a spare stolen from underneath a pick-up once in Manhattan. If it's visible, it's gone.
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Re: What is the Best SUV For me? [matthattan1587]
by jl_ss
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Jun 20, 2006 (4:37 am)
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Replying to: matthattan1587 (Jun 19, 2006 8:02 am)
Since you are in NY City, I assume off roading is not a priority and car like handling would be desirable. The new RAV4 V6 is extremely quick, is a smaller SUV, and has decent cargo area for it's size. The V6 only comes with 2 rows of seating right now and I believe it is about $28K.
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Re: What is the Best SUV For me? [jl_ss]
by matthattan1587
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Jun 20, 2006 (7:09 am)
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Replying to: jl_ss (Jun 20, 2006 4:37 am)
Thanks for the input, but as many people are saying it is extremely hard to find a V6 Rav4 in the color I want and the accesories I want. I will still keep looking and will try to test drive the Rav4. I also understand that the Xterra is an off road capable vehicle, but I think it has good looks inside and out. Also Nissan offers a 4X2 model so that would be a better choice for me in the city.
I will also have ot check out the highlander for its tremendous remarks in CR, but I am looking for a more sporty looking SUV like the Rav4 or the Xterra. There are not too many sporty ones out there?? 
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Re: What is the Best SUV For me? [jl_ss]
by friendly_jacek
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Jun 25, 2006 (7:21 pm)
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Replying to: jl_ss (Jun 20, 2006 4:37 am)
Very untrue. I have base 4WD RAV4 V6 with 3rd row and paid under $25000.
Only "sport" doesn't come with 3rd row option.
True, 3rd row is hard to get but worth the effort as it gives you not only 7-passenger capacity but also 1350 lbs payload vs. only 850 lbs for 2 rows.
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Re: What is the Best SUV For me? [matthattan1587]
by friendly_jacek
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Jun 25, 2006 (7:27 pm)
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Replying to: matthattan1587 (Jun 20, 2006 7:09 am)
I don't know what is your definition of "sporty", but you know, there are a few fine looking SUVs like Porche Cayenne, Subaru Tribeca, BMW SUVs, VW Tureag (? spelling), Volvo SUVs, etc, etc.
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Re: What is the Best SUV For me? [friendly_jacek]
by matthattan1587
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Jun 27, 2006 (8:32 am)
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Replying to: friendly_jacek (Jun 25, 2006 7:27 pm)
Thanks for the suggestions, but the SUV's you mentioned are a little out of my league price wise. My family is looking for a reasonable priced SUV that I can drive. (I am the only one in the family that does.) I am also 19 so I would like a Suv that is more youthful. Also I will have my car at college so I am looking for something that can handle some cargo or those trips back home. The Xterra I think is very youthful, but it is hard to find any other alternatives??
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