Wait until Chip shortage is over
 

If you want to buy now you will be paying thousands more for any brand. I have been offered six thousand more for myChevrolet equinox 2020, than I paid in May this year.

The bigger the rim the smaller the side wall tire. I don’t like low profile tires unless I putting them on my go cart. No side wall give and don’t bump curb.

You probably don't have much of a choice If you see planning a new auto.
The inventory is very small

I had friend that brought new yugo, it lasted 3 years. Any vehicle built today will last 3 years and 99% are still under warranty. Sounds like you didn’t trust them after warranty ran out?

Agree, brought few new fords and never had problem with them. Same with Honda, on the other hand the GM’s I brought new was always recalled or something wrong with them before 35K miles.

When I was in high school many years ago, GM was like the government to me, HUGH with good products .
Then they hired kids out of collage that didn't know the car/truck business, ran GM so far in the hole,
GM had to borrow money from the government, and drop the Pontiac and Oldsmobile line.

Personally, I wouldn't take a dump on any GM vehicle's

Buy TOYOTA, you'll never go wrong.

Suv
 

If you want smaller but still rugged I have a Subaru Crosstrek which is essentially a smaller Outback. A unique car it tucks in between a car and an SUV nicely. I have the limited that has a safety suite second to none. If you need bigger and want the typical SUV profile, my cousin has the Forrester which for 3 grand more gives you an amazing vehicle. The Outback the priciest is very nice as well. Love those Subaru vehicles. I hate to sound like an ad here but go check them out.

I am driving a 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe....my 5th Santa Fe!! I absolutely love the car and have never had a single problem with any one of them. I love all the new safety features on this one. Each year they advance a little more and of course the price also goes up. I will be looking at the Santa Fe again when it is time to replace this one in 2 more years.

We have a 2017 Ford Escape also and love it. Great mileage, fun to drive. I connect my iphone and can display either Apple and Google maps on the Sync screen vs paying extra for the built in navigation. .Only concern is that a bag of golf clubs does not fit width-wise in the back. Requires having to fold down at least part of the back seat.

I had a Hyundai tuscon for 6 years, never had a problem. Now I own a 2018 Toyota rav4. Great vehicle VERY dependable good on gas. I also bought a Toyota tacoma used 4 years old with 50,000 miles. I suffered no staggering depreciation I love it. In today's weird market it has appreciated. I will go with Toyota any time.

2020 Telluride SX
 

2nd KIA, 1st SUV and it has lived up to all the great reviews! Love it and would recommend a Telluride to anyone-- Pretty sure you'll enjoy yours!

Since moving to TV, we have drastically driven less. Bought new Acura MDX in August 2020 and now have <5k miles on it. Like the vehicle but it is not as important to us, since we drive +/- 400 miles a month.

I Agree TOTALLY

:eclipsee_gold_cup: :agree: :bowdown:

If you are interested in a smaller SUV, check out the Honda HRV. It is a very nice ride, gets excellent gas mileage, and has a lot of room in the back if you fold down the rear seats. It doesn’t have a lot of acceleration power, but that’s the trade off for the excellent gas mileage. My wife loves hers, and it has grown on me even though I like a bigger vehicle.

Anybody owned a Rolls Royce Cullinan? I have seen two recently.

Folks seem to enjoy their Bentley Bentaygas.

Check Consumer Reports. I'm on my third Subaru Forester.

Mazda cx-5 touring.
Tested ever one in the class.
There was no close second in performance, price luxurious fit and finish. Won't leave rubber on the road, but we aren't 18 any more, are we?

By the obnoxious loud pipes on everything from cycles to antique cars driven by 50-60 year old's running through TV,
You would think their all 18 years old again. :shrug:

A 4 Door Cab 2021 Ford F-150 PowerBoost with an onboard 7 KW generator should be at the top of your list. It is better than an SUV. It will power your entire house during a Power Outage for days.

Ford explorer king cab. Mine is a 2011 and has cost me practically nothing in repairs. Just regular oil, tires ect. I have 160 thousand miles on it. It is always easy to get it fixed any where. Normally just have local young men fix it, they all know how to take apart a ford engine, and part are much less expensive!

Yes the RAV4 is the one to get. I’ve had two of them, never did anything to the 2004 in over 140,000 miles.
Still running great when I traded it for a 2012 because I wanted a V6 engine. 50,000 on the 2012 and no issues.
Love them.

Bought a small Ford EcoSport new in Dec 2019. Have made two out of state trips totalling 4500+- miles and half dozen trips to Orlando and Apollo beach. Love navagation system. I now have 7500 miles on it. Will last my lifetime and more

No suggestion!

Acura MDX. Got my 1st in 2001, 2nd in 2014. 2001 is still in the family and working well. So comfortable, so much utility. Quick pick-up, and U-turns so easy. I’m sure I’ll get my 3rd in 5-10 years. If too large look at RDX. Not cheap as new, but worth it. Don’t think I’d hesitate looking at used.

I like your explanation of why you didn't keep your previous vehicles. I see lots and lots of people on here say they're on their 5th or 6th Toyota, BMW, Lexus, Ford etc. and wondered if they were soooo happy with their previous vehicle, WHY did they get rid of them??? "Now I know the rest of the story"...
:shocked::shocked::shocked:

Jeep Grand Cherokee and if you want a 3 row the new 2021 has been completely redesigned and is available with 3 rows of seating it’s called Grand Cherokee L if you want full size SUV we’ve had good luck with Ford Expedition and Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon

Haven’t had one because they’re just being introduced but do a search on Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer.

The Grand Cherokee is the most awarded SUV of all time by far.

I have a 2019 KIA Sorento and can put 4 golf bags width wise in the back with no problem. Maybe as many as 6.
:ho::clap2::clap2:

I love my Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit. Good mileage and all the bells and whistles. I believe Jeep has been rated the safest SUV on the road.

In thinking of going this route in a year or so.

Or you could just buy a regular F150 and have lots of money leftover to by a standby home generator.

I LOVE LOVE LOVE my Lexus RX350. I have had two and driven many thousands of miles coast to coast and up and down the USA. VERY comfortable car to ride in for hours at a time. I feel very safe in such a solid well built car, and that is important to me as a widow traveling on my own. My car will run forever!!

The only reason I traded in my previous model is because I ran into a low mileage newer model that was just too good to pass up. The salesman who made it happen is Charles Calise at Lexus of Wesley Chapel. If you buy a Certified Pre-Owned Lexus you get unbelievable services from Lexus!!

Reading all the makes of vehicles here and how people love what they own, made me wonder.

Think about this, when we pay $40,000 to $70,000 plus for these vehicles, should we expect anything less???

There's no reason anyone would buy anything at these prices and still like them.

Also, if you like them so much, what was the reason to sell/trade????

Bought a 2021 Lexus UXH, getting 45 miles per gallon here in the villages. Small SUV, hybrid, so happy with it.

Got a new 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited right after 2021 came out. Got it at Hyundai of Central Florida, Clermont. No add on fees, no dickering. Saved $8000 since I got 20 model. Only thing I don't like, South Korean tires, at 20000 I'm yanking them off and putting on Michelin's. I recommend these cars, runs smooth, enough power and a great warranty.

I had a 2019 Kia Sorento. Loved it. Made a deal on a 2021 Kia Sorento, SX-Prestige. Very quiet ride and all the safety options one needs and then some. Recommend the Kia without reservation. Got it at Kia Ocala. Dealt with Pete and Guy the new car manager.

Mazda SUV, smooth, fun to drive and never any problems

it depends on the size of the SUV you are looking for we have pricey BMWx3 that is wonderful and we purchased, as well, a new Hyundai Kona which we absolutely love for a fraction of the cost I cannot speak highly enough about this vehicle. I spotted a Kona in TV last spring and I loved the look of the vehicle so I told my husband and we went and test drove several the next day and he was impressed as well. We chose the turbo night edition and think it is the perfect size to travel around TV and for trips down south. I wish you well in your search for what works best for your needs.

Suv
 

My spouse is on her 3rd Ford Explorer. Doe that tell you enough?

We have a 2016 Mazda cx 5. No problems at all. We love it. We also had a 2011 Mazda CX-7 which they no longer make. We loved that too. A test drive convinced us. Solid suv.

Subaru Outback. Do the research and then drive one. It’s a very good investment. 32 avg mpg for us. Best all wheel drive system in the market. Driving is outstanding.