Best Looking SUV, Mid Size
02-28-2024, 09:54 AM
#81
Race Director
When Durango RT came out it was loaded under $45k, and you'd get huge incentives . I remember being an intern at the time, test driving one, liking it a LOT, and thinking that was what I'd realistically buy when I graduated and was ready to settle down with my then gf. Admittedly, the features have improved a lot since then, but a loaded tow n go RT is 73k now. Same power, yes a new transmission, but that's really all they've added. Gussied up the interior and exterior, a few screens, wider wheels and brembo brakes... That's a lot more money for not a lot more content. I'd expect Durango to be a deal.goven that it's been in production nearly 15 years now, but it isn't. That's 13k more than explorer ST that makes more power.
Dodge still has a winner with Durango, but they've priced themselves out of reality.
Last edited by FAUEE; 02-28-2024 at 10:54 AM.
02-28-2024, 10:04 AM
#82
Burning Brakes
02-29-2024, 01:07 AM
#83
It's hard to say the KIA Telluride isn't pretty elegant and sharp. I'll bet it's value priced too, with a 10 yr warranty? Not up on their warranties. No idea how it rides...
02-29-2024, 08:36 AM
#84
Race Director
Warranty wise, I've seen a lot of horror stories of them denying engine warranty claims for seemingly no reason. Cars that were routinely oil changed at the dealer blew up and didn't get a replacement just because? I dunno those kinds of stories always seem a bit too far for me to believe.
02-29-2024, 02:15 PM
#85
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I don't think that's an issue. Durango still.looks new and fresh today. The only issues I have with Durango is that it is too expensive, and doesn't offer a pano roof.
When Durango RT came out it was loaded under $45k, and you'd get huge incentives . I remember being an intern at the time, test driving one, liking it a LOT, and thinking that was what I'd realistically buy when I graduated and was ready to settle down with my then gf. Admittedly, the features have improved a lot since then, but a loaded tow n go RT is 73k now. Same power, yes a new transmission, but that's really all they've added. Gussied up the interior and exterior, a few screens, wider wheels and brembo brakes... That's a lot more money for not a lot more content. I'd expect Durango to be a deal.goven that it's been in production nearly 15 years now, but it isn't. That's 13k more than explorer ST that makes more power.
Dodge still has a winner with Durango, but they've priced themselves out of reality.
When Durango RT came out it was loaded under $45k, and you'd get huge incentives . I remember being an intern at the time, test driving one, liking it a LOT, and thinking that was what I'd realistically buy when I graduated and was ready to settle down with my then gf. Admittedly, the features have improved a lot since then, but a loaded tow n go RT is 73k now. Same power, yes a new transmission, but that's really all they've added. Gussied up the interior and exterior, a few screens, wider wheels and brembo brakes... That's a lot more money for not a lot more content. I'd expect Durango to be a deal.goven that it's been in production nearly 15 years now, but it isn't. That's 13k more than explorer ST that makes more power.
Dodge still has a winner with Durango, but they've priced themselves out of reality.
02-29-2024, 03:16 PM
#86
Pro
We just picked up a 24' Acura RDX AWD for the wife and she's very happy with her selection. If momma ain't happy then no one
is happy so it was good news!
is happy so it was good news!
03-01-2024, 02:38 PM
#88
Le Mans Master
Was waiting at the Mazda dealer during an oil change for my CX-5, so wandered around and looked at the new(er) CX-50. Basically the same size as the CX-5, but have designed it to be a little more "offroady" (higher ground clearance, squared-off wheel arches, selectable offroad modes). If I had to replace the CX-5 today, I'd give the CX-50 a good look.
05-17-2024, 09:55 AM
#91
Melting Slicks
05-19-2024, 05:30 PM
#92
Was waiting at the Mazda dealer during an oil change for my CX-5, so wandered around and looked at the new(er) CX-50. Basically the same size as the CX-5, but have designed it to be a little more "offroady" (higher ground clearance, squared-off wheel arches, selectable offroad modes). If I had to replace the CX-5 today, I'd give the CX-50 a good look.