SUVs

Miro127 Posted: May 17, 2004 08:06 PM

SUVs

Dh and i are looking into purchasing an SUV for our next vehicle (my lease ends in october). we have done some research and like the sounds of the Honda Pilot and the Toyota Highlander.

of course we plan on checking them out in person and all that, but i was wondering if you all could let us know some of your personal experiences with SUVs (what kind you have, pros and cons, etc.)

thanks in advance!

The Original 2nd-time-around Posted: May 17, 2004 08:14 PM

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I have a 2004 Chevy Trailblazer. I just got it recently, but I have to say after having 4 wheel drive, it makes all the difference in the world with the snow. I'd have a hard time going back to a car.

I have the extended cab, so I have 3rd row seats. The fold up so easily so if you need to transport things it makes it simple. It rides great and is a very sturdy truck.

The ONLY complaint I have is one that probably anyone with a truck has....lost of $$ for gas!!

Good luck and feel free to FM me if you have any ??'s

Chloegirl Posted: May 17, 2004 08:16 PM

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We have a GMC Envoy. Its a great truck...the only drawback is it takes a lot of gas...and with the 2.20 a gallon its a fortune!

Good Luck!

aliciahelene Posted: May 17, 2004 08:34 PM

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I have the lexus LX450 and I havent found any draw backs yet..I love it and its my favorite thing Ive ever driven, I honestly dont notice it sucking up all that much gas either...My sis has the envoy and LOVES it too! Her husband has a durango and also loves that

kptoys Posted: May 17, 2004 09:58 PM

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I ordered an Acura MDX which I will pick up June 30th. They have many airbags, 5 star crash tests and 3rd row seat. I will let you know what I think once I own it.,

Danielle&Scott Posted: May 17, 2004 11:31 PM

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Danielle's sister has a 2003 GMC Envoy, and she loves it. There is plenty of room and the truck rides really well.

If you want a Pilot, I may be able to get you a deal. My friend works at South Shore honda in Valley Stream, He is a Sales Man there. Im not sure if they are doing any discounts with the Pilot though, because of the Popularity of the truck. You will probably pay close to $30k for an ex model.

leahmarie Posted: May 18, 2004 12:36 AM

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We both have SUV's and love them, I have the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder, and he has a 2003 Trailblazer. We've had a few problems with the Pathfinder, that were factory defects, and they were fixed with no problem. As far as the Trailblazer he loves his truck, and minimal problems with that as well. His truck had 3 recalls within the past year for the windshield wiper motor and the switch inside the truck. Other than that they are great!!! Just a little costly on gas.

LIJuneBride Posted: May 18, 2004 06:43 AM

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I was also looking at the Highlander and the Pilot - I bought the Highlander. Originally I wanted the Pilot because I like Hondas and I liked the design of it. But I was looking when it first came out and everyone was charging over sticker price which I refused to pay. There were some things I didn't like about it - if you get leather seats, they do not come heated and you cannot get a sunroof due to the design of the roof. I'm also petite and even with the seat all the way forward, still had to stretch a little to reach the pedals. The only drawback to the Highlander was that it had no third row seat at the time (I got a 2002) but I understand it now has that option. The Highlander has a five-star safety rating for front and side. I got the Limited 4WD, so it has my sunroof, heated power seats, 6 CD player, trip computer, power everything, all the options. I love it! Rides like a car, not a truck, which was important to me. So far, no problems with it at all.

Diane Posted: May 18, 2004 07:11 AM

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Posted by The Original 2nd-time-around

I have a 2004 Chevy Trailblazer. I just got it recently, but I have to say after having 4 wheel drive, it makes all the difference in the world with the snow. I'd have a hard time going back to a car.

I have the extended cab, so I have 3rd row seats. The fold up so easily so if you need to transport things it makes it simple. It rides great and is a very sturdy truck.

The ONLY complaint I have is one that probably anyone with a truck has....lost of $$ for gas!!

Good luck and feel free to FM me if you have any ??'s

I agree, and have the same thing.

My parents have a Honda Pilot, and love it

Niecey Posted: May 18, 2004 10:25 AM

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We just bought the Toyota 4Runner in October and no complaints so far - we love it! The Highlander is a little smaller than the 4Runner - more of a cross-over than truck. We wanted the bigger car. But we did look at the Highlander. Everyone I know who has a Highlander loves it.

2003fallwedding Posted: May 18, 2004 10:27 AM

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I will be picking up my SUV next week. I am getting a 2004 Mazda Tribute...I have a Mustang Convertible now...I'm sure it will be weird driving a truck now...but I can't wait!

Miro127 Posted: Jun 05, 2004 11:46 PM

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although this is very delayed, just wanted to thank you all for your input! we're still looking around and coming up with more and more options everday.

we are now considering getting a certified pre-owned lexus RX 300, but the pilot and highlander are still in the running.

BlondeJD Posted: Jun 05, 2004 11:54 PM

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My future FIL has a Honda Pilot and it's great. They have a vacation home upstate and it goes throw 4 feet of unplowed snow with no problem at all, so it should be able to handle the 'mean streets' of Long Island I should say that the 3rd row seat is only comfortable for a short person or child. I'm 5'4' and it wasn't bad, but I wouldn't volunteer to sit back there again!

JodiBabe Posted: Jun 05, 2004 11:55 PM

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My DH has a 2004 Highlander & we both love it! It does ride like a car. Has the third row seat that folds into the floor.

AJsMommy122 Posted: Jun 06, 2004 03:41 AM

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We have a Infiniti QX4 and LOVE it!! The gas isnt TOO bad...
Now that the wedding is getting closer and we might want a new addition to our family we have started looking at the new lincoln navigator ( which I am head over heels in love with) since it has 3rd row seating

aliciahelene Posted: Jun 06, 2004 10:27 AM

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Best of luck to ya!!! Lexus Trucks are GREAT!!!!

kdelace Posted: Jun 06, 2004 11:36 AM

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love my 2004 Nissan Pathfinder, hate the gas!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

drjenn10 Posted: Jun 06, 2004 04:42 PM

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I just leased the 2004 Highlander a few weeks ago and love it so far. Has the third row for seating. IMO it drives nicer than the Pilot, and you will get a better deal with Toyota than Honda.

LisaW Posted: Jun 06, 2004 09:02 PM

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My parents have a Lexus 330 and we have a Lexus 470 (the medium sized SUV). We are all very happy!!

HearzBellz Posted: Jun 06, 2004 09:11 PM

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Dh recommends the Highlander, or the Lexus....whatever you feel more comfortable in. (He works for Toyota as a tech) but he does not reccomend the Sequoia....