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Re: Murano vs. MDX vs. ? [loach]
by psychogun
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Mar 25, 2009 (11:29 am)
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Replying to: loach (Mar 25, 2009 11:08 am)
If I may also suggest the Subaru Forester XT and the Mitsubishi Outlander XLS (instead of the Endeavor).
Mitsubishi will not be leaving the US despite the rumors (pundits have been predicting the tri-diamonds departure for nearly a decade now).
Both of the above are fun to drive and have decent interior space and utility. While neither of these CUV's can claim to have interior materials quality that could compete with an Acura, they compare nicely to that of the Murano (in my humble opinion).
In the end, however, I feel that a decently lengthy test-drive will become the determining factor. So, go drive 'em all. You have a year, right? 
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- #6851 of 7126
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Re: Murano vs. MDX vs. ? [psychogun]
by ateixeira
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Mar 25, 2009 (12:04 pm)
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Replying to: psychogun (Mar 25, 2009 11:29 am)
I agree, I'd go for something smaller and more fun.
Think small and sporty, some ideas:
Saturn Vue Redline
Subaru Forester XT (turbo)
Acura RD-X
BMW X3
Practical is fine but you already have a Lambda, have some fun too!
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- #6852 of 7126
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Re: Murano vs. MDX vs. ? [ateixeira]
by costello1
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Mar 25, 2009 (1:44 pm)
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Replying to: ateixeira (Mar 25, 2009 12:04 pm)
I have a 07 Outlander and love it . Great car. This is my second Mitisi . I had a 02 Montero Spt and several Isuzu Troopers and my Outie is the tops!! Look at Mitishi , you will be surprised!!
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Re: Murano vs. MDX vs. ? [ateixeira]
by loach
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Mar 25, 2009 (1:51 pm)
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Replying to: ateixeira (Mar 25, 2009 12:04 pm)
After sitting in them at the auto show, I'm pretty sure I don't want to go as small as the RDX or X3. They just felt too cramped to me. I don't recall sitting in the Forester. I guess I'm probably looking mostly at midsize as opposed to compact CUVs. Even the Murano's relatively modest cargo space bothers me a bit.
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Re: Murano vs. MDX vs. ? [loach]
by coldcranker
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Mar 25, 2009 (2:48 pm)
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Replying to: loach (Mar 25, 2009 1:51 pm)
Get an '09 TaurusX. Just the right size. Great fuel economy. Safety. Handling and steering is great. Ford doesn't advertise it much, though its one of the best things there is out there. My '05 Freestyle is a lower-powered version of it (and the TaurusX has better noise/vibration isolation engineering on the front suspension), and the Freestyle is very capable, smoothe, and quiet. Drive one and you'll see.
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Re: Murano vs. MDX vs. ? [coldcranker]
by thegraduate
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Mar 25, 2009 (9:44 pm)
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Replying to: coldcranker (Mar 25, 2009 2:48 pm)
I doubt a big station wagon with 3 rows and "safe but bland" handling is what he's after. I'm a fan of the Ford, personally, but it doesn't sound like what he's after.
I'd suggest a Venza, by Toyota, but it likely won't be a great handler either.
Infiniti EX 35 might be snug, but it is worth "trying on." Also check out the FX 35; they start in the low 40s.
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Re: Murano vs. MDX vs. ? [loach]
by rick2456
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Mar 26, 2009 (4:44 am)
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Replying to: loach (Mar 25, 2009 11:08 am)
I have both a 07 Santa Fe SE AWD and an 08 Veracruz SE AWD after having had Isuzu Trooper/Ascender and Ford Freestyles. I checked out almost all the vehicles in your list, but the rebates and warranty won me over. I love both vehicles, but the Santa Fe has a smaller turning circle and shorter wheelbase, making it a bit easier to park. If I had to give one up, it would be the Veracruz as I love the storage compartments behind the back seats, something the 7 passenger Veracruz does not have. Just my 2 cents.
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Re: Murano vs. MDX vs. ? [coldcranker]
by loach
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Mar 26, 2009 (5:42 am)
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Replying to: coldcranker (Mar 25, 2009 2:48 pm)
I looked at the TaurusX/Freestyle when I bought my wife's Acadia. It's a fine vehicle, but not at all what I'm looking for this go 'round.
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Re: Murano vs. MDX vs. ? [loach]
by coldcranker
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Mar 26, 2009 (7:14 am)
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Replying to: loach (Mar 26, 2009 5:42 am)
loach, If you don't want the TaurusX or similar, then you're on the wrong forum thread. Sounds like you want one of the mini-crossovers, something in the class of a Honda CRV or something. Note the title of this thread lists large crossovers only. Somebody who needs the roominess. The TaurusX (Freestyle body) is on the low end of the style scale in the list.
For small crossovers (not the subject of this thread really), I prefer the Outlander or CRV, or maybe the Edge for a little more size.
The Escape Hybrid is a great rugged MPG crossover machine. New York taxi cab drivers prefer it because they are getting 30 MPG in city driving with it!
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Re: Murano vs. MDX vs. ? [coldcranker]
by loach
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Mar 26, 2009 (9:06 am)
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Replying to: coldcranker (Mar 26, 2009 7:14 am)
Um, no I think I'm in the right thread. It just looks like I've run into another oversensitive Freestyle owner who can't imagine why somebody wouldn't be considering his vehicle. The title of this thread is "Crossover SUV Comparison". And no I'm not looking for a mini crossover nor the largest crossovers. I'm looking for a midsize, which is why my frontrunner currently is the Murano.
Now you will tell me that the TX is midsize, which of course it is. But it's not the style I'm looking for. I already have a 3-row wagon-like CUV in the Acadia. Don't want or need another one.
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