My little brother is heading off to snow land and is need of a mid-size 4WD SUV (he is stuck on an SUV, so no cars or trucks). We are going to look at the 4Runner, the FJ, and the RDX. Anything else y'all can recommend? What about the baby Lincoln (MKX?)?

 

Hmm....I only mention this cause you brought up the lincoln and thought it might be in the budget. Have you seen the new X6 from BMW??? It's like nothing I've ever seen before. It's kind of a cross between a sedan and a midsize SUV. Not sure if it has 4WD...it's probably an option if nothing else, but just thought I would throw that out there for you.

 

 

+1 for 4Runner

- 36543468345346546468 for X6

 

What's the budget?
New/used? new/old?
What does he need it for exactly?
What features does he want?
Does he care about gas mileage?

There are many options.

 

The X6 was a suggestion. Not sure if your reasonings for disliking the X6 is pure visual, brand, or performance, but whatever. I honestly don't know ANYTHING about them. I just happened to see them a few days ago on BMW's website. Thought it might be worth mentioning.

 

 

Oh no I didnt mean for you take that personally I just think they are really ugly and I dont like them but if someone likes them to each there own but I am not sure they are out yet plus they might be out of the buget I read they start around 60k or something.

 

Oh no, I didn't.

Like I said I just caught a glimpse on the BMW webiste, and I literally don't know ONE thing about them. lol

$60,000!?

Lol, if so.....that's insane!

 

If you are looking at the MKX....get the Ford Edge...it looks alot better than the MKX.

 

Looking around the $30-40K range-new or used (doesn't matter). This is going to replace his Goat as his primary driver. Gas mileage is a concern, but not a major (as in nothing like 12 average).

The only must have features are power door locks, windows, etc.

 

We are also looking at the Acadia.

 

Last gen AWD MDX

 

Subaru Tribeca! The new one's look a lot better than the previous version.

 

i vote a new Volvo XC90 for 36 grand(starter) inline 6 235 hp. does 20 mpg on the highway and 15 around town.

 

i actually prefer the edge to the lincoln.

but yea, there are a lot of options to choose from.

 

I like FJs but their MPG aren't so great... it's not far from the "12mpg" you mentioned

I've been inside a RDX, I actually don't mind it...

4Runners are built great, but styling wise it's kinda dated.

How about a Murano or a used FX35?

 

The nissan/infinity SUV's eat gas.

 

i really really really like the acadia...really nice car

 

in a poll/thread done in the FX forum... the guys with FX35s are gettin' high teens mpg... (NOT the 45ers tho)

 

Subaru Forester 2.5XT

 

I love the Subies, but the Forester just has NO room in the back seat.

Is the Edge any good?

 

He doesn't like the styling-likes the new one better.

 

http://www.hendrickacura.com/invento..._inventory.jsp

heres a sport one under 40k plus its CPO if he likes the styling of those i say check them out.

 

I like the FJ (though somewhat small and expect to replace the front glass...often), the 4Runner is also a solid choice and I love the GM Lamda chassis (Outlook/Enclave/Acadia). I will add one VERY frugal choice to the mix, the Hyundia Santa Fe, the Limited w/premium package can be had for just of $24k and is rated for 24 HWY mpg. That leaves a good chunk to save or for a summer weekend car/bike.

 

The FJ is nice I know someone with one. But it needs the stick if you can find it. The auto saps all power from it.

 

Highlander (always seems to be left out)...although it's not a full-time AWD system.

And I agree with the Santa Fe....a good buy.