As our ODO-meter of our car is approaching 300 000 km, it is time to prepare for a replacement if necessary. We went to do some information gathering. We visited the Tempe Auto-plex, where all car manufacturers are located. Think big! Lots with over 200/300 cars!
We are looking for a 3/4 year old SUV / VAN with about 50 000 miles.
SUV list (random order):
BMW x5
Acura Mdx
Toyota Highlander (+hybrid)
Volvo Xc 90
VAN list (random order):
Toyota Sienna
Nissan Quest
Honda Odyssey
Pictures from the internet.
We drove this 300 horsepower Acura Mdx. Acura is the luxury brand of honda in the US. It has a 3rd row and we enjoyed the smooth ride. The 5-speed automatic transmission was extremely joyful, the interior was very refined. The car drives like a German one and it is one of the best in the luxury class of SUV's. WaaaaaaaaaaaaW what a car!
We drove this 266 horsepower Toyota Higlander. Toyota is an excellent, reliable brand but the transmission of this Highlander was below par. It looked like the car was underpowered. Very quiet, spacious car with a versatile interior. The Acura was MUCH better than this Toyota.
We weren't able to drive this Nissan Quest, but we were impressed with the interior and the "low" price of some 2nd hand models. We will be driving the vans next weekend".
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