I have a Ford escape hybrid. It's decent overall but my other vehicle is a Silverado and it just doesn't compare. My next will be a 4runner or Tahoe or something along those lines. The escape is a great beater but it's very boring. A toaster on wheels, and at least mine (the hybrid) has several recalls already (2022) for car fires and non trivial items. Good luck!I am looking for a new car / SUV. I am think about a Toyota Highlander, Hyundai Santa Fe, Lincoln Aviator, or Ford Escape. I want a car with decent leg room that is not low to the ground. Any other suggestions or opinions on those listed?
I have a Ford escape hybrid. It's decent overall but my other vehicle is a Silverado and it just doesn't compare. My next will be a 4runner or Tahoe or something along those lines. The escape is a great beater but it's very boring. A toaster on wheels, and at least mine (the hybrid) has several recalls already (2022) for car fires and non trivial items. Good luck!
This happened to me today...Really out there as a recommendation, but...
This year I got a used mall crawler Lexus GX470 (aka Toyota Landcruiser Prado in other parts of the world) and made it a rec vehicle that I love (one reson I was away from rocketry this summer). Price was ridiculously cheap and the engine has legendary longevity. Can tow 6,500lbs and is surprisingly quiet and comfortable. VERY offroad capable. tons of space inside.
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I added a side 270 awning and rooftop tent. Have since added larger offroad tires.
Only negative I'd say is mpg and Premium gas, but many say it is fine with regular (what I've been using).
I got it used for $8k and optional mods were maybe $5k. Heck of a bargain for a Landcruiser (Prada) that supposedly can easily hit 300k miles ("legendary engine") and is usually babied, dealer serviced at Lexus, and used for mall cruising. Biggest negative is mpg.A lot more money than I am will to spend.
I got it used for $8k and optional mods were maybe $5k. Heck of a bargain for a Landcruiser (Prada) that supposedly can easily hit 300k miles ("legendary engine") and is usually babied, dealer serviced at Lexus, and used for mall cruising. Biggest negative is mpg.
DEFINITELY not the vehicle to consider of you're also considering an EV, but does everything else well that an EV doesn't.
Any choices made yet?
I also have a 2017 Rav4 Hybrid Limited fully optioned. Got it new for $7k off list when Toyota was trying to clear out vehicles at end of year...maybe to get top seller status?I am probably going to get a Toyota Highlander or RAV4.
I am switching jobs and will get a significant raise. I am going to use it to pay for the new car. I want a hybrid.
Thanks.I also have a 2017 Rav4 Hybrid Limited fully optioned. Got it new for $7k off list when Toyota was trying to clear out vehicles at end of year...maybe to get top seller status?
Smartest vehicle purchase I've made and great overall, but a bit dull; however it's supposed to be. Given it's a hybrid, the boost on Sport mode or when really mashing the throttle can be quite surprising (and fun! Lol).
Check the "knee room" when you get into the driver's seat. I don't know if the new gens changed, but the dash extends out low and I've mashed my knee on it getting in a few times. My friend too and he said that's why he earlier dismissed the same vehicle even before I got mine.
Good luck!
Doesn’t look like a lot of room for rockets!I settles on a Toyota Crown Max with the turbo engine.
Chevy was found to be selling the anonymised usage data of all its buyers from the onboard computers to the insurance companies. Including how hard they were accelerating and braking. The insurance companies were then using publicly available information to re-identify the data to increase premiums for specific drivers. Gotta love a smart car.This happened to me today...View attachment 625527
I am probably going to get a Toyota Highlander or RAV4.
Chuck,I want a hybrid.
Not sure why you quoted me on my Lexus GX470 since I doubt they're tracking my driving on that one given it's a 2006 lol.Chevy was found to be selling the anonymised usage data of all its buyers from the onboard computers to the insurance companies. Including how hard they were accelerating and braking. The insurance companies were then using publicly available information to re-identify the data to increase premiums for specific drivers. Gotta love a smart car.
I was confused......Not sure why you quoted me on my Lexus GX470 since I doubt they're tracking my driving on that one given it's a 2006 lol.
But you did bring up a great point and after I heard that last week, I was glad that most of my cars are older tech. The newest is my 2017 Rav4 Hybrid, but I don't usually drive that outside of the usual norm (mostly ).
Info is BIG business nowadays and it's not just car companies tracking it. Your mobile phone is probably the biggest data collector... even when you don't touch it and talk near it! It can also track your movement and speed.
It has a huge trunk, and then the seat folds down. There are no level 3 birds, but that is what our trunk is for.Doesn’t look like a lot of room for rockets!
Thanks. It is pretty peppy for a hybrid.Looks like a nice ride Chuck
At $77k for the new Landcruiser -- while beautiful -- I'll need a 3rd job!Chuck,
Is the forthcoming Land Cruiser on your radar? It is a slightly more substantial vehicle (as befits your new station in life <G>), and ticks both the "Toyota" and "hybrid" boxes.
Downside is that you would have to wait for it to hit the US market later this year.
https://www.toyota.com/landcruiser/
James
Very nice! I was at my local Toyota dealer today for Rav4 service and was hoping to see the Crown, but they didn't have it. Lots of other very cool cars though!
Same here.At $77k for the new Landcruiser -- while beautiful -- I'll need a 3rd job!
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