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      02-13-2015, 02:53 PM   #23
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I'm baised towards Range Rover (obviously) but I'll add that if you're looking to haul more than a couple of gallons of paint from Home Depot, cross the Evoque off your list. The Evoque's cargo space is smaller than an e9x trunk!

In the $40k-$50k range you could get a CPO Range Rover Sport or Porsche Cayenne. X3 and Q5 are nice options too. Go test drive a few and pick the one that stands out in your mind.
Yep. Take the Evoque off the list. My dog barely fits in the back of it. Plus it's a gutless wonder.
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      02-13-2015, 03:10 PM   #24
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For that price range, you are better off with a Ford Explorer. Nothing else on your list will be anywhere near as fun of a car to drive. So you might as well go with the most practical car in the price range.

However, if you are willing to pay more, I would recommend a Porsche Macan S or Turbo. Stay away from Land Rovers, especially a used one, if you want to keep your sanity.
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I love my Infiniti EX35, however it can't tow shit and I have the rwd version but I'm in FL so no snow. I like that it is small and hauls ass (and thats about all it can haul). If I needed more space I would consider the FX35.

That being said I'm not sure what you want to tow, but anything over like 3500 most of that list is out the window. Personally I have been looking to start towing my fathers trailer so I have been looking at possibly trading in the EX for something like an X5 or GLA or M class. You can definitely get a CPO X5 under 40k.
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If you like the Q5, take a look at the Touareg. I purchased mine new in 2012 and it has been an awesome car.
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Thanks for the ideas everyone. I think we just need to go on some test drives.

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If you like the Q5, take a look at the Touareg. I purchased mine new in 2012 and it has been an awesome car.
For 40-50k, OP can only get a base level model with a soulless and underpowered V6. While the Ford is much better deal. And personally, I would not buy most VW Group product unless it is a Porsche... If you want something sporty, get a FX35/50 (or whatever they are called these days, lol) or a Porsche Macan.
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I think I'm feeling you on the GLK

How does it drive?
Honestly, it's an awesome car and my gf is happy as can be.

Obviously, it's on the lower end of Mercedes' car line-up in terms of price. However, it doesn't feel that way.

No rattles, vibrations, or funny noises. Performance seemed a bit better than the X3 28i, but obviously it's not going to win any awards.

Little details like the paddle shifters are a nice touch. Obviously, they're useless on a N/A V6 suv, but they don't come off as an afterthought.

Keyless start works perfect. Lane Change Assist is on par for what I'd expect. Navigation interface is leaps and bounds better than my mother's 2011 E350 (although the Q5 interface was the best).


To me, it's a car that stands out just enough. There's plenty on the road, don't get me wrong, but it's not going to get confused with a Kia.

Overall, I wouldn't have bought a different car (<$50k) if it were me spending the money.
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Would never buy an SUV.
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Would never buy an SUV.
Lolwut why?
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Lolwut why?
Because I'm not a woman.
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      02-13-2015, 08:36 PM   #33
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Lolwut why?
He's more of a minivan kinda guy. Don't get me wrong, not just any minivan, only fucking sweet minivans!
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Because I'm not a woman.
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Lolwut why?
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somewhat related comment found in a first responders thread:

Half of all vehicle deaths are from single-vehicle SUV rollovers. No accident just a steering mishandling, vehicle rolls, what commonly kills people is what you stated, the head will go out the side of the window and be crushed.
Will never own an SUV after learning that. Ironically the teacher who emphasized that statistic to me later that semester was substituted, b/c both her parents were killed in an SUV rollover. ironic
There is this too.
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How bout the new 2016 Range Rover Sport? Pretty good looking, imo.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee w/t the Hemi.........one of the last Real SUV's.
It will Mall crawl, it will tow 7,500lbs, It will go off road like a champ.
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Jeep Grand Cherokee w/t the Hemi.........one of the last Real SUV's.
It will Mall crawl, it will tow 7,500lbs, It will go off road like a champ.
I was surprised how small it was on the inside compared to my X5.
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Would never buy an SUV.
Not even the nicest SUV ever, the Q7 S-Line?

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I used to like the Jeep until I saw this....
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Not even the nicest SUV ever, the Q7 S-Line?

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Get an LR if you want a real SUV. The best 4x4xFar.
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For 40-50k, OP can only get a base level model with a soulless and underpowered V6. While the Ford is much better deal. And personally, I would not buy most VW Group product unless it is a Porsche... If you want something sporty, get a FX35/50 (or whatever they are called these days, lol) or a Porsche Macan.
7 second 0-60 in a 5,000 lb car is underpowered? OK. A TDI wouldn't work for him anyway with his short commute. He might not be able to get the exec but a lux can be had with some negotiating.

Either way, it doesn't hurt to look if he has the time.
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