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Looking for feedback. Starting the research now for a new luxury performance compact SUV.
jacothedog
Member Posts: 3
What I am looking for:
- Decent performance - both acceleration and handling
- New tech - yeah, I like the big infotainment screens, ambient lighting and unneeded gadgets!
- Comfort / luxury - panoramic sunroof, power seats, cooled seats, etc... not all deal killers, but the more the better.
The options I have right now that I like are as follows:
1) 2019+ Porsche Macan - This would ore than likely have to be a base model with Performance Plus options, but I may be able to find a 2019 S model within my budget also.
2) M-B GLC AMG 43 - This car has pretty much everything I need, but used versions are right around or slightly over my budget.
3) Wait for 2023 GLC (not AMG) - Performance would be lacking compared to other options, but this is a new version of the GLC with new large central touch screen / new tech.
4) 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio - Getting a slight face lift and likely a new infotainment system and larger screen. Stelvio's meet the performance Id like but the tech was painfully lacking.
5) New M-B GLB AMG 35. Boxy little SUV with good performance and looks (IMHO).
6) 2018 or older Porsche Macan GTS or Turbo - would be lacking in tech but performance will be incredible!
7) Genesis GV70 3.5T - Not sure now much I like these yet. I need to drive one, but the reviews they are getting are stellar and I think it may be worth exploring.
I'm not a BMW or Audi fan - just personal preference, but other options might be considered.
- Decent performance - both acceleration and handling
- New tech - yeah, I like the big infotainment screens, ambient lighting and unneeded gadgets!
- Comfort / luxury - panoramic sunroof, power seats, cooled seats, etc... not all deal killers, but the more the better.
The options I have right now that I like are as follows:
1) 2019+ Porsche Macan - This would ore than likely have to be a base model with Performance Plus options, but I may be able to find a 2019 S model within my budget also.
2) M-B GLC AMG 43 - This car has pretty much everything I need, but used versions are right around or slightly over my budget.
3) Wait for 2023 GLC (not AMG) - Performance would be lacking compared to other options, but this is a new version of the GLC with new large central touch screen / new tech.
4) 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio - Getting a slight face lift and likely a new infotainment system and larger screen. Stelvio's meet the performance Id like but the tech was painfully lacking.
5) New M-B GLB AMG 35. Boxy little SUV with good performance and looks (IMHO).
6) 2018 or older Porsche Macan GTS or Turbo - would be lacking in tech but performance will be incredible!
7) Genesis GV70 3.5T - Not sure now much I like these yet. I need to drive one, but the reviews they are getting are stellar and I think it may be worth exploring.
I'm not a BMW or Audi fan - just personal preference, but other options might be considered.
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and put an RDX on your list. Should fit all your wishes.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Lots of tech, and 300HP from the 4-cyl engine is not too shabby.
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