TTQ B4U Posted June 23, 2017 Report Share Posted June 23, 2017 Wife and I are looking to trade in the minivan but she's not quite decided on her dream car so we're looking for a mid-term newish SUV. Needs/wants: Small to Medium Size SUVGotta scoot - she likes the oomph and torque of the minivan so base dull 4 bangers are out - open to turbos that move out decent though.1-3 years old with low miles is fine. Ideal is 1-2yrs old with less than 20k on itNicely featured but don't need leather or all the goodiesIdeally $20-25k is what we would be looking at Thoughts from the crew appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TA In Progress Posted June 23, 2017 Report Share Posted June 23, 2017 13 or newer Acura RDX? My wife has one and she absolutely loves it. Hers is AWD with the Tech package, but even the basic models are well optioned. Has plenty of power with the 3.5 V6. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o0n8 Posted June 23, 2017 Report Share Posted June 23, 2017 I always thought the Ford Edge was nice for a mid-sized SUV, can be had with a v-6 or the ecoboost 2.0 (245hp, 275tq). Bigger than the Escape but not a large 3-row suv http://www.byersford.com/certified/Ford/2016-Ford-Edge-for-sale-Delaware-OH-1b587d480a0e0a1777641ac09598bf50.htm?searchDepth=5:11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BStowers023 Posted June 23, 2017 Report Share Posted June 23, 2017 I know I'm on a bit of a Mopar kick right now and this is probably ever so slightly out of your range, but a Durango R/T? Does that qualify as medium? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted June 23, 2017 Report Share Posted June 23, 2017 Are you familiar with the Traverse/Acadia/Enclave vehicles? LMAO, of course I'm kidding, kind of meet your criteria except I can't in good judgment recommend that to anyone. So on a serious note, midsize suvs have kind of fallen out of favor it seems. Crossover vehicle seem to be all the rage lately. What do you guys think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwashmycar Posted June 23, 2017 Report Share Posted June 23, 2017 I know I'm on a bit of a Mopar kick right now and this is probably ever so slightly out of your range, but a Durango R/T? Does that qualify as medium? That qualifies for big-as-fuck actually :lolguy: Tim, Getcha a nice jet black Q5 to match the S. Honestly, the smaller you can get away with, the more room you will have for washing both in the garage!. Getting our Countryman was awesome for this perk lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeto67 Posted June 23, 2017 Report Share Posted June 23, 2017 does it have to be an suv? The golf all track wagon is a lifted jetta sport wagon with 4motion AWD. It comes in stick and makes about 175hp which isn't fast but isn't a yugo merging on to the freeway slow. It's only 1 year old in this country so used would only be a 2016/17, but new it's possible to configure one for under $30K. Here is a brand new one for $28K on the lot at MAG: http://www.vw.com/car-profile.2017$BX5CN7$2016-07-03.html#!v=3VWH17AU0HM543509 and a used one for $24K with 3000 miles on it 2 hours away at Fairfield VW near cincy: https://worldautocertified.com/vehicle/3VWH17AU9HM508449-2017-Volkswagen-Golf-Alltrack-TSI-S/ The other one I would look at is an Audi Q3. It's a MK5/6/7 platform based suv so think of it as a lifted and streched GTI or just a fancier VW Tiguan. 200hp, it's nimble, small but not cramped, and uses the 2.0T engine you find in most audi products and the VW GTI and GLI models. Here is a used 2015 one in dayton with 50K on the clock for $24K: https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/695213369/overview/ The BMW x3 is nice also. My mother just picked one up for around $25K with about 20K miles on it. hers is fully loaded but has the smaller turbo four 2 litre engine which still moves the thing out at a decent pace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benner Posted June 23, 2017 Report Share Posted June 23, 2017 Are you familiar with the Traverse/Acadia/Enclave vehicles? LMAO, of course I'm kidding, kind of meet your criteria except I can't in good judgment recommend that to anyone. So on a serious note, midsize suvs have kind of fallen out of favor it seems. Crossover vehicle seem to be all the rage lately. What do you guys think? Came in here to post the same shit. Now if you feel like giving a tech a few decent paychecks to repair all the problems they have then go Acadia/traverse/enclave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRed05 Posted June 23, 2017 Report Share Posted June 23, 2017 What about a 2017 Tiguan? 2.0T, 4motion. 0-60 in 7.7 seconds. Not sure what you consider decent acceleration in the small-suv class. Like this one for example: 10 miles on it, $23K Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spankis Posted June 23, 2017 Report Share Posted June 23, 2017 New CR-V has the torquey-er turbo 4 cylinder. Very new though so likely hard to find second hand this soon. Otherwise, Durango's aren't bad as was mentioned. Even the V6 should be minivan comparable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted June 23, 2017 Report Share Posted June 23, 2017 So on a serious note, midsize suvs have kind of fallen out of favor it seems. Crossover vehicle seem to be all the rage lately. What do you guys think? CUV's aren't replacing midsize-SUV's as much as they're taking business away from sedans and "traditional" car sales. If I'm a single guy with a dog, I've got 25 CUV options with every marketing source pitching an active lifestyle instead of the 5 sedans that I hear about when local dealers have a lease/finance deal. Seriously, aside from the Alfa Romeo Giulia, when was the last time you remember seeing a car ad? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Brian Posted June 23, 2017 Report Share Posted June 23, 2017 The woman's parents just leased a Cherokee. It's really nice and I think they look pretty cool for what they are. They have a tolerable 271hp. https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?listingId=458212036 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitch Posted June 23, 2017 Report Share Posted June 23, 2017 (edited) Since you mentioned cherokee, Jordan just happens to have one right now. Edited June 25, 2017 by Mitch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Brian Posted June 23, 2017 Report Share Posted June 23, 2017 4 cylinder :barf: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigOxley Posted June 23, 2017 Report Share Posted June 23, 2017 Buddy of mine had a new Cherokee and hated it. Sold it for an Outback. How about a XC60? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forrest Gump 9 Posted June 23, 2017 Report Share Posted June 23, 2017 Q5 and a tune Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cstmg8 Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 In typical CR fashion, I'm going to go above your price range and due to being very happy with our recent purchase, suggest this: Sent from my XT1585 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greg1647545532 Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 My off-lease C-Max Energi is a really, really nice car for the price. 2 years old, 26k miles, loaded with every option, 45mpg (my current average), for $16k. With both motors working it scoots pretty well, instant torque from electric motor is awesome. Cargo space is a weak spot but I would buy again in a heartbeat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Bastard Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 Blow your budget out of the water and go with a Juke R. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 Sweet Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 Equinox/Terrain with the V6. Over 300 horsepower and checks all the boxes. Our '13 Equinox has been flawless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGGU Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 Q5 and a tune this right here.... except get the 3.2 v6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 Ew, 3.2? Carbon lol. Touareg vr6. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceGhost Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 You detailed the Wife's Grand Cherokee Eco Diesel. It moves out much better than a minivan. It a little more than your price but Overlands are nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PRD2BDF Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 Ford flex ecoboost perhaps? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceGhost Posted June 25, 2017 Report Share Posted June 25, 2017 Oh an did I mention 30MPGs in the Eco Diesel? 600+ mile range!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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