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#1 of 6 Freelander vs Liberty vs XTerra by ulynch Mar 08, 2007 (3:20 pm)
And what the hey, let's throw in a RAV4 with off-road tires, a 1" lift kit, and whatever skid plates can be had for it.   Obviously, off road capability is essential. No, an Outback won't cut it, nor will all the other SUVs built for the 99% who will never take it offroad. I'm in the 1% who will. I throw in the RAV4 in case someone has opinions on whether it can be made trail-worthy while keeping its on-road cred.   Late model used is preferred - '03-'06-ish. Other priorities are not necessarily in order: - fuel economy (this will be a 60 mile/day commuter too) - above average reliability (good warranty, good CR ratings) - on-road manners (handling, ride noise, braking, etc.) - above average safety (more than one airbag per person is preferred)   I don't need: - external storage (no pickups) - towing capacity - 3rd row seating   Opinions anyone? Real-world experiences? Is there a car missing I should consider?   Thanks for any ideas.   Dan in Grass Valley Replies to this message: randyl712 (May 11, 2007 12:42 pm) paisan (May 11, 2007 12:46 pm) siberia (May 12, 2007 8:16 am)
#2 of 6 Re: Freelander vs Liberty vs XTerra [ulynch] by randyl712 May 11, 2007 (12:42 pm)
Replying to: ulynch (Mar 08, 2007 3:20 pm) I'm in the same boat - want something with good off-road capabilities (in my case, pretty much just for camping and running to the store when our RX400h is busy).   I WANT to consider the Land Rover, (I find the Jeep ugly), but reliability on both those is dismal and abysmal. The Nissan is exemplary.   The other vehicle I'm seriously considering is a Kia Sorento. They look great, have a real frame and low range, and provide quite a bit of creature comforts too. (Sorento has more than 8" of ground clearance, but it does have IFS which means less articulation)   I want to get something newer (i.e. fewer repairs) but something cheap because I won't be putting that many miles on it.   I don't think you'll regret getting the Xterra... it's definately on my short list. They went "all new" for 2005 with a zillion improvements, so get that if you can afford it. If you get something older, get the V6. Replies to this message: paisan (May 11, 2007 12:46 pm)
#3 of 6 Re: Freelander vs Liberty vs XTerra [randyl712] by paisan May 11, 2007 (12:46 pm)
Replying to: randyl712 (May 11, 2007 12:42 pm) The Xterra has IFS as well just FYI as does the Liberty.   -mike
#4 of 6 DO NOT NOT NOT by british_rover May 12, 2007 (5:38 am)
consider the old Freelander. You will regret it. Maybe if you can by a 2005 Freelander cheap from a Land Rover dealer with a 100,000 mile warranty.   Even then I would be hesitant.
#5 of 6 Re: Freelander vs Liberty vs XTerra [ulynch] by siberia May 12, 2007 (8:16 am)
Replying to: ulynch (Mar 08, 2007 3:20 pm) No, an Outback won't cut it   http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-4999142340359932162
#6 of 6 my 2005 liberty by redlemon May 13, 2007 (9:59 am)
I'm loving it. It handles great off the road. Don't buy a jeep if you are looking to save gas. Mine has a drinking problem. Traction control is so good 4x4 is not going to be needed much. It has plenty of strength to pull trailers but has stability issues if pulling larger cargo trailers. No problem pulling the max 5k pounds, but controling it at 75mph is another issue.

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