SUV recommendations

KyleL · 07-07-2016, 08:16 PM

So the better-half wants to trade in her little ecobox car on an SUV. These were my recommendations:
-SRT8 Jeep
-Range Rover, or even the smaller Evogue
-BMW X6M
-Yukon Denali, hate the taillights of the new Escalades

She's likes the Jeeps but much to my dismay, is looking at the limiteds or overlands since they have pretty much the same features as the SRT, just no 6.4. She also likes the Toyota 4Runners also which I think are cool.

Does anyone have any recommendations on SUVs that have been good in the past or that y'all currently have and love/hate?

Thanks

00 Z/28 · 07-07-2016, 08:48 PM

Of your list, the only one I'd even consider is the Yukon.

Newer Land Rovers are some of the worst vehicles on the market. Unreliable, hideously expensive to fix, and they depreciate in value like you wouldn't believe. Most of the same applies to the X6. Not terribly reliable and BMW parts will kill your wallet. Not to mention even simple things like replacing a battery require programming and a visit to the dealer.

As for the Jeep, I just don't have much faith in Fiat-era Chryslers. Seen too many almost new vehicles have problems. I will say the Overland Grand Cherokees do seem nice, and the adjustable ride height system is cool, but I just see all that as crap that's going to break one day and be $$$$ to fix. But I guess working in auto service makes me a little pessimistic about those sorts of things.

The Tahoe/Yukon, 4Runner, Expedition, Explorer are all decent options in the mid to larger SUV range.

ilirg · 07-07-2016, 09:08 PM

I have a 2012 4Runner purchased a year ago used, absolutely love it and can recommend without hesitation. Not the greatest on gas, but it's built like a tank.

POWERFREAK · 07-07-2016, 09:22 PM

I've had a Durango R/T for 2 months and love it. Dodge did a lot right with it. If you want a mid-sized SUV, the GM options kinda suck unfortunately. Chrysler is now offering a "lifetime" warranty if you're worried about Dodge/Jeep's holding up. No way I'd buy a ranger-rover. BMW is OK, but from what I've seen their quality isn't the greatest either, considering the price-tag. I looked into the 4-Runner...their OK, not all that exciting but do last forever.

KyleL · 07-07-2016, 09:37 PM

I had a lifetime warranty on my 2012 titan but in order for it to be upheld, they said I had to follow the service guide to the T, which included a $400 brake fluid flush at 5,000 miles.

She likes the new explorers too. I forgot about those!

FenwickHockey65 · 07-07-2016, 09:38 PM

Does she want a true truck-based SUV, or does she just want a bigger car?

SUV-wise, there's a reason GM owns the full size SUV market.

If she'll do a CUV, you have a ton more options, from subcompact (Trax/Encore) to compact (Envision) to midsize (Acadia/XT5) to full size (Traverse/Enclave). I'd hold off on the full size CUVs until the 2nd gens roll out next year though. Same with Equinox/Terrain, both are being redesigned.

KyleL · 07-07-2016, 09:42 PM

she looked at the terrains but decided against those. I think shes gravitating more towards the mid size/full size SUVs, nothing too round and "bubbly" and nothing too "boxy". she has a mazda now and thinks that their smaller SUVs look like her car with a lift kit lol.

oh and she also wants something that's "cool" lol

FenwickHockey65 · 07-07-2016, 09:49 PM

KyleL · 07-07-2016, 09:50 PM

that smaller gmc suv looks good! but I think the Yukon looks better than the Tahoe

FenwickHockey65 · 07-07-2016, 09:54 PM

The new Acadia's gotten pretty glowing reviews. SLE/SLT/Denali with two All Terrain models available.

Royal Tiger · 07-07-2016, 10:06 PM

Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep?

If you gave it to me for free, I'd trade it the next day. No thanks.

The 4runner is a great truck. It'll outlast any Chrysler pos. Love the Yukon. For a bigger SUV, that's what I'd get.

shibbs · 07-07-2016, 10:14 PM

As someone who works at BMW - unless you plan to get rid of the X6 before your 4year/50k warranty is up, STAY AWAY. They're maintenance nightmares.
Same with your Jeeps.

I'd get the 4runner, or the Yukon.

rebelyell22 · 07-07-2016, 10:19 PM

Porsche Macan. By FAR my favorite SUV out there

mt3130 · 07-08-2016, 08:03 AM

I personally would pick the Tahoe or Yukon, but I also like the recommendation of the Porsche Macan.

The redesigned Mazda CX-9 seems to be at least worth checking out. It has 3 rows of seats and what appears to be a pretty nice interior.

If you go Range Rover, don't bother with anything below the Sport. The Evoque is built on a Ford-based platform with a 2.0T Ford Ecoboost engine. It sounds and rides like a $25k Ford CUV, but you pay $50k for it.

07-07-2016, 08:16 PM	#1
KyleL Drives: Slow Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Baton Rouge Posts: 669	SUV recommendations So the better-half wants to trade in her little ecobox car on an SUV. These were my recommendations: -SRT8 Jeep -Range Rover, or even the smaller Evogue -BMW X6M -Yukon Denali, hate the taillights of the new Escalades She's likes the Jeeps but much to my dismay, is looking at the limiteds or overlands since they have pretty much the same features as the SRT, just no 6.4. She also likes the Toyota 4Runners also which I think are cool. Does anyone have any recommendations on SUVs that have been good in the past or that y'all currently have and love/hate? Thanks __________________ 2016 Toyota 4Runner 2017 Camaro ZL1

07-07-2016, 09:22 PM	#4
POWERFREAK I.AM. Drives: 2011 2SS/RS/A6 cammed-n-whippled Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: NY Posts: 2,637	I've had a Durango R/T for 2 months and love it. Dodge did a lot right with it. If you want a mid-sized SUV, the GM options kinda suck unfortunately. Chrysler is now offering a "lifetime" warranty if you're worried about Dodge/Jeep's holding up. No way I'd buy a ranger-rover. BMW is OK, but from what I've seen their quality isn't the greatest either, considering the price-tag. I looked into the 4-Runner...their OK, not all that exciting but do last forever. __________________ https://FeelingCreativeBlog.com

07-07-2016, 09:37 PM	#5
KyleL Drives: Slow Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Baton Rouge Posts: 669	I had a lifetime warranty on my 2012 titan but in order for it to be upheld, they said I had to follow the service guide to the T, which included a $400 brake fluid flush at 5,000 miles. She likes the new explorers too. I forgot about those! __________________ 2016 Toyota 4Runner 2017 Camaro ZL1

07-07-2016, 09:38 PM	#6
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2023 Expedition Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,375 View My Garage	Does she want a true truck-based SUV, or does she just want a bigger car? SUV-wise, there's a reason GM owns the full size SUV market. If she'll do a CUV, you have a ton more options, from subcompact (Trax/Encore) to compact (Envision) to midsize (Acadia/XT5) to full size (Traverse/Enclave). I'd hold off on the full size CUVs until the 2nd gens roll out next year though. Same with Equinox/Terrain, both are being redesigned. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2023 Ford Expedition SSV (State-Issued)

07-07-2016, 09:42 PM	#7
KyleL Drives: Slow Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Baton Rouge Posts: 669	she looked at the terrains but decided against those. I think shes gravitating more towards the mid size/full size SUVs, nothing too round and "bubbly" and nothing too "boxy". she has a mazda now and thinks that their smaller SUVs look like her car with a lift kit lol. oh and she also wants something that's "cool" lol __________________ 2016 Toyota 4Runner 2017 Camaro ZL1

07-07-2016, 08:48 PM	#2
00 Z/28 Drives: 2011 Camaro SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 182	Of your list, the only one I'd even consider is the Yukon. Newer Land Rovers are some of the worst vehicles on the market. Unreliable, hideously expensive to fix, and they depreciate in value like you wouldn't believe. Most of the same applies to the X6. Not terribly reliable and BMW parts will kill your wallet. Not to mention even simple things like replacing a battery require programming and a visit to the dealer. As for the Jeep, I just don't have much faith in Fiat-era Chryslers. Seen too many almost new vehicles have problems. I will say the Overland Grand Cherokees do seem nice, and the adjustable ride height system is cool, but I just see all that as crap that's going to break one day and be $$$$ to fix. But I guess working in auto service makes me a little pessimistic about those sorts of things. The Tahoe/Yukon, 4Runner, Expedition, Explorer are all decent options in the mid to larger SUV range.

07-07-2016, 09:08 PM	#3
ilirg Drives: 2011 Camaro 2ss Join Date: May 2013 Location: nj Posts: 1,559	I have a 2012 4Runner purchased a year ago used, absolutely love it and can recommend without hesitation. Not the greatest on gas, but it's built like a tank.

07-07-2016, 09:49 PM	#8
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2023 Expedition Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,375 View My Garage	__________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2023 Ford Expedition SSV (State-Issued)

07-07-2016, 09:50 PM	#9
KyleL Drives: Slow Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Baton Rouge Posts: 669	that smaller gmc suv looks good! but I think the Yukon looks better than the Tahoe __________________ 2016 Toyota 4Runner 2017 Camaro ZL1

07-07-2016, 09:54 PM	#10
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2023 Expedition Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,375 View My Garage	The new Acadia's gotten pretty glowing reviews. SLE/SLT/Denali with two All Terrain models available. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2023 Ford Expedition SSV (State-Issued)

07-07-2016, 10:06 PM	#11
Royal Tiger Account Suspended Drives: 2013 2SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Lehigh Valley, PA Posts: 3,873	Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep? If you gave it to me for free, I'd trade it the next day. No thanks. The 4runner is a great truck. It'll outlast any Chrysler pos. Love the Yukon. For a bigger SUV, that's what I'd get.

07-07-2016, 10:19 PM	#13
rebelyell22 Drives: 2011 SIM 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Tupelo, MS Posts: 5,902	Porsche Macan. By FAR my favorite SUV out there __________________ 2011 2SS/RS built 8/24/10

07-08-2016, 08:03 AM	#14
mt3130 Drives: Coupeless :( Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: SWFL Posts: 980	I personally would pick the Tahoe or Yukon, but I also like the recommendation of the Porsche Macan. The redesigned Mazda CX-9 seems to be at least worth checking out. It has 3 rows of seats and what appears to be a pretty nice interior. If you go Range Rover, don't bother with anything below the Sport. The Evoque is built on a Ford-based platform with a 2.0T Ford Ecoboost engine. It sounds and rides like a $25k Ford CUV, but you pay $50k for it.