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'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
I did some number crunching and I’m just trying to see if I’m on the right track before I start getting into this.
2020 Mercedes GLB $45,200 Residual is 62% .00136 Money factor I get a $559 payment
2020 Toyota Highlander $40,680 Residual 59% .00200 Money factor I get a payment of $577
Do these seem right? I know I still can bargain the price some but is my math right? Or do I need more information? No current incentives.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
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2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
So I'm in the market to look for a new car that I will hopefully keep for a long time. I currently drive a 2017 Ford Escape which has been going strong for me for the last few years and I truly love the car. My issue is my current commute to work is about 110 miles a day, and my escape only gets about 27mpg. So I guess first question is would a Hybrid be a suitable option for the distance I drive? I see they get great mpg but my biggest fear is the reliability. The brands I'm looking into are Honda (Accord Hybrid), Hyundai (Sonata Hybrid), Ford (Escape Hybrid). I know Toyota has really ironed out all of their Hybrid systems, but I'm not a huge fan of the way their interior looks. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
But 110 miles a day? That sounds like a lot of highway driving. Hybrids provide the most benefit in stop and go driving.
The CX9 is a bit bigger, but very nice driving too.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Of the rest, I'd look at the CX9.
Key criteria are:
* must be AWD
* good drivers car (turn handling, fast acceleration)
* prefer upscale interior and quiet road noise because I take phone calls in the car
* more tech the better (adaptive cruise, HUD would be very cool but doubt I would pay for it)
* Control knob is way better than touch screens (how can you possibly focus on the road while driving and trying to reach out in a moving car to touch the screen???)
* must lease well
Why not just get another Giulia? maybe, but it seems lease terms are not quite as stellar as when I got the 2018. I doubt I can match my same total cost (I will push for it...)
There seem to be limited options for driver's cars that meet these criteria. For example,
WRX - would be awesome to have an AWD performance stick (almost no AWD sticks anymore) but the interior is outdated and road noise is high, unfortunately it also does not look refined
Audis - generally lease poorly and there is no adaptive cruise until the pricey trim levels
BMW - maybe, but at least the variety in my price range - see them everywhere (3-series, etc. are not head turners), and it seems the trim packages you have to go way up to get decent tech. Maybe a base M240i and forego the fancier tech? probably pushing out of my budget...
Seems like there is so much good tech in more mainstream cars/SUVs now that comes more standard (and therefore more affordable) - for example, almost tempted to get something like a Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring Reserve AWD and save some money, which has 250 HP turbo - my concern there is it isn't a drivers car - it would meet all my other criteria but as far as handling and acceleration, although well rated in its segment, it would be a big let down from what I have now.
Genesis G70 3.3T AWD Elite - this is actually one of my top alternatives that I've found; haven't tried driving one yet (it was 2019 Motortrend car of the year). It doesn't look as sexy as a Giulia... but if everything else works out I can let that slide.
I know I'm all over the place, but that is because it seems that given AWD, at a reasonable price point you either have to choose between tech or performance.
Any other suggestions for the right sweet spot for an AWD driver's car that leases well?
Might like an Acura TLX A spec SH AWD V6. not as high strung, but very comfortable, loaded with features, and quick with good handling.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gm-D0s5eyCE&t=374s
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
I'll definitely check out the TLX as well, hadn't thought of that one.
FYI about the question on my Giulia payment, I'll put it this way - I got a lease score of 9.5 years, which means my average payment cost would have taken at that rate 9.5 years to pay the MSRP. That's fairly decent for a lease...
Also, any thoughts on the Infiniti Q50/Q60? been a while since I looked at those.
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2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
I think its down to BMW X3 xDrive 30i or the Volvo XC60 T5 or T6 Inscription - I've driven both - liked the BMW slightly better from a driving mechanics (didn't drive the Volvo T6 which I've heard is better), but I liked the Volvo interior comfort.
I like my car to have all the safety features and bells & whistles. Seems to me the Volvo is better in this regard, while you can get it on the BMW its all added on and drives up the price. Plus I understand you can't get remote start on the BMW - thats a necessity in the Northeast (although not this winter).
Really would love to hear your pros and cons of each vehicle to help me make a decision.
but they are all excellent so i say just drive each one and pick the one that you like best. And if you can't decide, base it on lease price!
we largely got the Acura because it is my wife's car and was replacing an older RDX. We also really liked the BMW, but it was more money. I liked the Volvo a lot, and would have gotten one, but she did not like a couple of things so I did not make the final cut.
Definitely between the BMW and Volvo, the Volvo aces the safety and interior aspects, while the BMW is more of a sporting drive.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Can some one help me choose.
My choices are
2020 Forester sport or premium
And rav4 hybrid LE.
What should I choose?
Currently I drive 2010 Forester premium non turbo.
I drive a lot. 500 miles a week.
My current fozy has 160k on it in 10years.
I am the original owner.
Thanks
Here's some info on the complaints:
https://www.carcomplaints.com/Subaru/Forester/
For those kind of miles I might go with a Toyota RAV4 or Honda CR-V. Toyota and Honda are more known for high mileage survivors that Subaru. But on the other hand, if you've liked your current Forester and haven't had significant repairs up to 160k, maybe you should reward Subaru again with your business. Another small point might be that the Subaru Forester has good rear visibility, while the RAV4 and CR-V are only so-so when it comes to rear visibility. Most SUVs have small rear windows and thick rear pillars, and that means that seeing out the back for lane changes etc. is less than ideal. Since the Forester is more a station wagon SUV it has bigger rear windows and somewhat smaller back pillars, which make for better rear visibility.
https://www.jdpower.com/business/press-releases/2020-us-vehicle-dependability-study