here goes - my friend who's interested in a new cuv went with me to test drive the ff:
a) tiguan (we test drove)
b) cr-v (we test drove)
c) sorrento/sportage (he did it himself)
d) tucson (we test drove)

he likes my rdx though he found it a bit overpriced (eg. priced more expensive). told him he shld prolly wait for either new rdx or cr-v then. he likes the tiguan a lot but i told him to be wary of parts/service cost beyond warranty period. he found the tucson to be good value for the dollar. so is there anything else i can suggest? im not gonna sell him my rdx, that's for sure - besides he wants a brand new vehicle to replace his honda civic which he pretty much wrote off

 

There's also the RAV4 and the Nissan (I think Juke). But a dude that wants a "cute ute", well, is a bit :gheywave:

 

Nissan Murano or Toyota Highlander?

 

^ I think he is looking for an entry CUV, a Murano or Highlander is priced more.

 

Whats his price limit?

Theres also the Mazda Cx7

 

chevy equinox

 

How about the Ford Escape (low 20's) or the Edge (high 20's)?

 

my mom had the CR-V it was a 07 then she got a 10' but now she is getting a TSX but she liked her CR-V she just wants a car now

I test drove a 2010 Equinox there nice cars also

I wouldnt get any Ford or hyundai but thats just my opinion

 

Ford and Hyundai have come a long way. I would have agreed with you two or three years ago but both would make my list today.

 

Subaru Forrester?