Thanks all. Please bear with as I'm using my iPad and post later at night because my brain is a little mushy from the work day.
Originally Posted by dogememe
I'd look for a 2010+ GM. Some of the earlier years of that generation had major issues with the AFM/DOD.
I'm seeing that is an issue in my research. Might explain why the early years have a steeper than expected price drop.
Originally Posted by 4WD
Originally Posted by NO2
1. 2013 Tahoe, 2018 Ford Flex, 2015-2018 Highlander, 2014-2015 Lexus GX. Also look at 2018/2019 AWD Sienna.
2. All listed options good, add 2016-2018 Subaru Legacy.
3. See above. Just get an AWD car for all seasons.
4. 2016 Subaru Impreza. You will probably have to pay a bit more, there are not many low cost AWD reliable and safe cars.
Subarus can be sluggish, perfect for #4 but look for the 6 cyl models for #2/#3
I might put 2/3 together but we like having an "extra" car since we are always short a car nowadays.
We have owned Tahoe/Yukon SUV's for years … but you'd want to look at one with a two speed transfer case and that tends to come with the best trailer package … lots of extra cooling. That box will have 2Hi, Auto 2/4, 4Hi, and 4Lo
They will have a G80 locker … both rears pull solid.
Originally Posted by GMBoy
You can get really good deals on AWD Cadillacs - they CTS and XTS were available in AWD. The XTS probably meets your midsize/large AWD luxury car needs.
Any GM big SUV will take care of your needs.
An Impala (2015+) is a really nice car for your regular commute car. Very good prices on them too in the used market. Also look at the Camrys, Accords and all but I think you will find the Impala very competitive.
That is good to know. TBH I do not know very much about the 4wd system in these vehicles. I definitely want durability and reliability but also ease of use.
I might look into the XTS, I hadn't considered them. I don't think the Impala is Awd and they are discontinued which is good and bad I suppose.
Originally Posted by madRiver
With 2nd gen MDX(2007-2013) skip the 2010-2013. They for whatever reason consume oil and tend to be less reliable.
Why number 3 car or you have enough drivers for 4 total on road none sitting?
Your son skip the clutch of AWD so they can quickly learn and know slippery and how to properly keep speed. $7500 mid size sedan is likely better choice.
I do like the earlier ones as well for the styling. Good to know about that.
Originally Posted by krismoriah72
Wife- GMC Denali
You- Ford Fusion
Winter Car- Subaru Forester
Son- Subaru Forester
Buy the Foresters from a desert climate.
Indeed I think the Mrs is partial to the GM but hasn't driven anything. I would consider the Fusion or the Lincoln version depending on how it drives and the backseat comfort. An acquaintance recommended I look at the MKS.
Originally Posted by skyactiv
Don't let your son talk you into helping him get a WRX.
As it turns out he isn't into fast cars. A couple of his friends died in a bad accident last year so he wants safe and easy to work on. He basically just goes to school, work, gym, out with friends.
Originally Posted by dogememe
I'd look for a 2010+ GM. Some of the earlier years of that generation had major issues with the AFM/DOD.
I'm seeing that is an issue in my research. Might explain why the early years have a steeper than expected price drop.
Originally Posted by 4WD
Originally Posted by NO2
1. 2013 Tahoe, 2018 Ford Flex, 2015-2018 Highlander, 2014-2015 Lexus GX. Also look at 2018/2019 AWD Sienna.
2. All listed options good, add 2016-2018 Subaru Legacy.
3. See above. Just get an AWD car for all seasons.
4. 2016 Subaru Impreza. You will probably have to pay a bit more, there are not many low cost AWD reliable and safe cars.
Subarus can be sluggish, perfect for #4 but look for the 6 cyl models for #2/#3
I might put 2/3 together but we like having an "extra" car since we are always short a car nowadays.
We have owned Tahoe/Yukon SUV's for years … but you'd want to look at one with a two speed transfer case and that tends to come with the best trailer package … lots of extra cooling. That box will have 2Hi, Auto 2/4, 4Hi, and 4Lo
They will have a G80 locker … both rears pull solid.
Originally Posted by GMBoy
You can get really good deals on AWD Cadillacs - they CTS and XTS were available in AWD. The XTS probably meets your midsize/large AWD luxury car needs.
Any GM big SUV will take care of your needs.
An Impala (2015+) is a really nice car for your regular commute car. Very good prices on them too in the used market. Also look at the Camrys, Accords and all but I think you will find the Impala very competitive.
That is good to know. TBH I do not know very much about the 4wd system in these vehicles. I definitely want durability and reliability but also ease of use.
I might look into the XTS, I hadn't considered them. I don't think the Impala is Awd and they are discontinued which is good and bad I suppose.
Originally Posted by madRiver
With 2nd gen MDX(2007-2013) skip the 2010-2013. They for whatever reason consume oil and tend to be less reliable.
Why number 3 car or you have enough drivers for 4 total on road none sitting?
Your son skip the clutch of AWD so they can quickly learn and know slippery and how to properly keep speed. $7500 mid size sedan is likely better choice.
I do like the earlier ones as well for the styling. Good to know about that.
Originally Posted by krismoriah72
Wife- GMC Denali
You- Ford Fusion
Winter Car- Subaru Forester
Son- Subaru Forester
Buy the Foresters from a desert climate.
Indeed I think the Mrs is partial to the GM but hasn't driven anything. I would consider the Fusion or the Lincoln version depending on how it drives and the backseat comfort. An acquaintance recommended I look at the MKS.
Originally Posted by skyactiv
Don't let your son talk you into helping him get a WRX.
As it turns out he isn't into fast cars. A couple of his friends died in a bad accident last year so he wants safe and easy to work on. He basically just goes to school, work, gym, out with friends.