# school me on import SUVs **URL:** \ **Category:** NYSpeed Automotive\ **Created:** [April 28, 2008, 3:13pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580 "2008-04-28T15:13:26Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 3
**Author:** ![Nikuk](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/nikuk/32/7254_2.png) [@Nikuk](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Nikuk)\ **Post date:** [April 29, 2008, 6:25am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/41 "2008-04-29T06:25:32Z")
My I6 TB couldn’t get out of its own way. When it tried, I generally ended up with ~12 mpg. When towing 3200#s ~70 miles, on the highway @ ~60 mph, the truck got 14 mpg. The engine works to hard in trying to haul around the bloated chassis. ---
**Author:** ![Nikuk](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/nikuk/32/7254_2.png) [@Nikuk](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Nikuk)\ **Post date:** [April 29, 2008, 6:26am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/42 "2008-04-29T06:26:24Z")
Besides, if his mom is hauling around two dogs, and gardening stuff - I doub’t she needs anything large. ---
**Author:** ![Daddie](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/daddie/32/7621_2.png) [@Daddie](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Daddie)\ **Post date:** [April 29, 2008, 7:15am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/43 "2008-04-29T07:15:42Z")
I’m suprised no one said : Mitsubishi Outlander ---
**Author:** ![MikeRi24](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/57b2e6/32.png) [@MikeRi24](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/MikeRi24)\ **Post date:** [April 29, 2008, 9:37am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/44 "2008-04-29T09:37:22Z")
My mom’s friend has a new-er (within the last year) Rav-4. She’s been in it many times, I havent. I looked around at the EPA site, and I agree that for what she wants out of a vehicle, trading probably isnt worth it. I know she;s gonna get raped on a trade because the TB is barely a year old and already has almost 19k on it (18,6xx last time i was in it). I also don’t really trust that EPA site because I know that the way they measure those ratings is far from real-world driving. ---
**Author:** ![MikeRi24](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/57b2e6/32.png) [@MikeRi24](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/MikeRi24)\ **Post date:** [May 1, 2008, 11:46am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/45 "2008-05-01T11:46:52Z")
…the fuck is this thing? Nissan Rouge? apparently my mom went to test drive one today…she likes :gotme: ![http://www.cardata.com/images/2008_new_cars/Nissan/2008_Nissan_Rouge_blue.bmp](http://www.cardata.com/images/2008_new_cars/Nissan/2008_Nissan_Rouge_blue.bmp) i think the X-Tera is out, she said she looked at one and “thought it looked like a rhinoceros on wheels” lol. ---
**Author:** ![Nikuk](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/nikuk/32/7254_2.png) [@Nikuk](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Nikuk)\ **Post date:** [May 1, 2008, 11:59am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/46 "2008-05-01T11:59:42Z")
I spent about 45 minutes in a Rogue, its actually not a bad vehicle - ride, fit & finish. I don’t much about its mechanics, but thats what the internetz is for. 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![Bigairskier1580](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/bigairskier1580/32/7612_2.png) [@Bigairskier1580](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Bigairskier1580)\ **Post date:** [May 1, 2008, 12:04pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/47 "2008-05-01T12:04:40Z")
I’m sorry but this thread is ridiculous. You’re mom wants an SUv with decent mileage, yet most of the listed options are barely better than what the original vehicle gets. Get an I4 Rav4 or CRV, and be done with it. ---
**Author:** ![JayS](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jays/32/15375_2.png) [@JayS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/JayS)\ **Post date:** [May 1, 2008, 12:16pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/48 "2008-05-01T12:16:39Z")
This month’s Car and Driver put the following head to head. I ordered them by how they finished. 1. Nissan Murano (won by a large margin) 2. Hyundai Santa Fe 3. Ford Edge 4. Mazda CX-7 (they were really unhappy with the turbo 4, especially since it got the same MPG as the V6’s with a turbo 4’s peaky power) 5. Dodge Journey I’m going to give the Murano a serious look (even with it’s CVT) when we replace the Expedition. The Edge as well. ---
**Author:** ![fairgentleman\_Z](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/fairgentleman_z/32/7263_2.png) [@fairgentleman\_Z](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/fairgentleman_Z)\ **Post date:** [May 1, 2008, 5:18pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/49 "2008-05-01T17:18:50Z")
> [@MikeRi24](#): > > …the fuck is this thing? Nissan Rouge? See second post :gotme: I wonder if overweight, AWD, higher CG, CVT only Sentra Spec-V is the correct analogy? ---
**Author:** ![MikeRi24](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/57b2e6/32.png) [@MikeRi24](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/MikeRi24)\ **Post date:** [May 1, 2008, 8:19pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/50 "2008-05-01T20:19:55Z")
so, i went back with her to have a look at this Rouge. gotta be honest, I really did NOT like it at all. WAY too small, handled like shit, and the engine made a ton of noise and revved really high but it didnt seem to really get up and move the vehicle anywhere. had some NASTY blind spots too. We then went to Nothtown Toyota (ATTN: dave basil if we get toytoa u will have a PM), and took an 4 cyl Rav out. as much as I hate to admit this, i actually kinda sorta liked it. I still cant get over the fact that its a toyota, but its not THAT bad. a lot better than the Rouge and about the same price. We also looked at an Escape, which she hated because the entire interior was plastic. not really sure what else most of it would be made out of but whatever. We are gonna hit up Don Davis to check out a CRV tomorrow. I am sure she will end up with a Rav cuz she was hell bent on getting one of those from day 1 and it still seems to be the #1 contender. ---
**Author:** ![ly555is](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/3bc359/32.png) [@ly555is](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ly555is)\ **Post date:** [May 1, 2008, 8:48pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/51 "2008-05-01T20:48:33Z")
yeah, i know it must be hard to get over the excellent reviews in terms of build quality and reliabilty that toyota has ok i had to say it at any rate, best of luck, sounds like she’s headed in the right direction for whatever reason ---
**Author:** ![Jim1234664](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jim1234664/32/7438_2.png) [@Jim1234664](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Jim1234664)\ **Post date:** [May 1, 2008, 10:12pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/52 "2008-05-01T22:12:26Z")
at the very least the current gen rav4 is a proven platform and engine ---
**Author:** ![RedGoober4Life](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/redgoober4life/32/7610_2.png) [@RedGoober4Life](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/RedGoober4Life)\ **Post date:** [May 1, 2008, 11:17pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/53 "2008-05-01T23:17:59Z")
Is the new Forester out yet? ---
**Author:** ![bigwoode](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/bigwoode/32/5175_2.png) [@bigwoode](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/bigwoode)\ **Post date:** [May 2, 2008, 6:41am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/54 "2008-05-02T06:41:28Z")
friends mother just bought a new hybrid escape and she loves it ---
**Author:** ![RedrRocket](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/redrrocket/32/7193_2.png) [@RedrRocket](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/RedrRocket)\ **Post date:** [May 2, 2008, 8:23am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/55 "2008-05-02T08:23:31Z")
we just got a new Forester Xt in the shop today for a car starter. and parked right next to a Bimmer x3 it lookes like a copy cat. of course the x3 has a lot nicer intererior & wheels. but all that being said. . I think the Rav is still the best bet. if she absolutly needs a TALL wagon (suv) like every other mom out there today. ---
**Author:** ![Bigairskier1580](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/bigairskier1580/32/7612_2.png) [@Bigairskier1580](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Bigairskier1580)\ **Post date:** [May 2, 2008, 9:01am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/56 "2008-05-02T09:01:53Z")
I4 Rav 4 or CRV. As I said, your other options are BARELY better with fuel economy than the current SUV. ---
**Author:** ![MikeRi24](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/57b2e6/32.png) [@MikeRi24](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/MikeRi24)\ **Post date:** [May 3, 2008, 2:11pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/57 "2008-05-03T14:11:53Z")
well, we bought an Equinox lol. Not my mom’s first choice, but since she teaches Darrin Paddock’s kids, she gave him a call, and he sold us the Equinox for the GM Employee Pricing and knocked another 5 grand off on top of that AND gave us $16,000 for the TBlazer (Toyota was only gonna give us $14,000). Her payments are actually less than the TBlazer. We drive the thing, and although she didn’t really like it the first time, she likes it enough that the deal we got was worth it. and I’m happy because its something American lol. I’ll post pics when we pick the thing up. ---
**Author:** ![fairgentleman\_Z](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/fairgentleman_z/32/7263_2.png) [@fairgentleman\_Z](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/fairgentleman_Z)\ **Post date:** [May 3, 2008, 7:30pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/58 "2008-05-03T19:30:07Z")
> [@MikeRi24](#): > > and I’m happy because its something American lol. :picard: > [@supperaccuratewiki](#): > > The Equinox is produced at the CAMI Automotive GM/Suzuki joint venture plant in Ingersoll, Ontario, Canada. ---
**Author:** ![02svtfocus](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/02svtfocus/32/7318_2.png) [@02svtfocus](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/02svtfocus)\ **Post date:** [May 3, 2008, 8:16pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/59 "2008-05-03T20:16:24Z")
America = North America Ford has it’s interior, paint, and final assembly done in Canada as well. I thought all the stamping for Chevys are in the US, no? edit: Some of the domestics have plants in Mexico as well so don’t shoot me for that. ---
**Author:** ![MikeRi24](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/57b2e6/32.png) [@MikeRi24](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/MikeRi24)\ **Post date:** [May 4, 2008, 7:35am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580/60 "2008-05-04T07:35:40Z")
ok well regardless, for the deal we got, it was kinda hard to go wrong. if we were offered the same deal on the Toyota, i would have been pleased as well. [Previous page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580.md?page=2) [Next page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/school-me-on-import-suvs/47580.md?page=4)