Preowned SUV reliable models.

VQLT said:
Is there a preference for front wheel drive versus all-wheel-drive
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Nashville doesn't really get snow (compared to north of the Ohio River). I'd be worried more about ice/sleet---and in that weather it's not just FWD v. AWD, it's tires and prudence of the driver and the drivers around them.
 
VQLT said:
RAV4 what years if any would you avoid
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There are no years to avoid really. Some of the very early 2019's ICE model had an issue with hard shifting on a rolling stop. Mine did not but it was built in May. I think it was only a small number, but something to pay attention to on test drive.

The 2019 and 2020 hybrid had a gas tank fill issue - I think there was a recall so it was likely fixed? The 2019 to I think 2023 hybrid's had an issue with the cable going to the rear electric motor. Its like a $6000 fix. It seems only to affect those in areas of heavy salt, but still seems a bit rinky dink to me. Long thread about it on Rav4world.
 
duck__dodgers said:
Nashville doesn't really get snow (compared to north of the Ohio River). I'd be worried more about ice/sleet---and in that weather it's not just FWD v. AWD, it's tires and prudence of the driver and the drivers around them.
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They had like 6 inches a week or so ago. Then it was 70 the next week.
 
If you are looking at a RAV4 get the hybrid if it fits in the budget. Night and day difference in how they drive and perform.
 
wag123 said:
These are the two used SUVs that she should look at. Both are very reliable.
The Corolla Cross should also be on her list. She can purchase a new lower end model for about $25000.
FYI, the Honda CR-V has a CVT automatic as well as a turbo charger. From a long term reliability standpoint, turbo charging is something that should be avoided.
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Under $25k would put it at a 2019 or older CR-V, which would have the NA engine standard:

The base engine is an Earth Dreams 2.4-litre I4 engine with 184 hp (137 kW; 187 PS); a turbocharged 1.5-litre I4 with 190 hp (142 kW; 193 PS) is offered.
 
VQLT said:
I’m leaning towards RAV4. I’m hoping she agrees. Looking at preowned in the Nashville area they are around $24,000 which is in budget. Is there a preference for front wheel drive versus all-wheel-drive
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Those prices are for fourth generation RAV
zzyzzx said:
You think? Did she ask for something specific or otherwise provide guidelines?
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we will be talking more today. Her previous vehicle was a compact four-door
 
wag123 said:
These are the two used SUVs that she should look at. Both are very reliable.
The Corolla Cross should also be on her list. She can purchase a new lower end model for about $25000.
FYI, the Honda CR-V has a CVT automatic as well as a turbo charger. From a long term reliability standpoint, turbo charging is something that should be avoided.
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I was not familiar with the Corolla Cross until now. My only concern it’s a new model though since it’s a Toyota I’m sure reliability is not an issue
 
Dodge Hornet GT - 2.0 Turbo, decent horsepower (268 HP), and torque (295 lb-ft), 9-speed ZF transmission (yes, they revised it), AWD, $32K out the door (brand new).



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Dave9 said:
Dodge Hornet, no way for someone who isn't maintenance/repair savvy.

When a Dodge starts out bad, the time till you want to drive it off a cliff is that much shorter.

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Yeah, I'd tell the OP to stick to Mazda/Toyota, and stay away from anything "Terbo Charged" then.
 
VQLT said:
I was not familiar with the Corolla Cross until now. My only concern it’s a new model though since it’s a Toyota I’m sure reliability is not an issue
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The Corolla Cross has been on the market since the 2020 model year, but it is the second Toyota crossover built on the GA-C platform after the smaller C-HR which was launched in 2016, so it is not really new. Stay away from 1st year models of ANY vehicle, Toyotas included.
It has Toyota's 2.0L D-4S dual fuel injected engine without turbo charging. D-4S port and direct fuel injection is the answer for both oil dilution and carbon deposit problems.
It does have a CVT automatic transmission, but Toyota's CVT also has a physical gear-type 1st gear which negates the "from a dead stop" torque wear that plagues the long term reliability of most CVTs.
 
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VQLT said:
I’m hoping to buy preowned certified.
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Do you understand what certified means? It's a fee the dealer pays to the manufacturer if the vehicle meets certain criteria like tire depth, mileage, etc. That fee ultimately comes out of your pocket. I have a friend who ran a Hyundai/Mazda dealership for over 20 years. I learned a thing or two.

This vehicle is for your daughter, not a car person. Get her a Mazda CX5, brand new, and call it a day. If she keeps up with her oil changes, she will be fine for a very very very long time.
 
sloinker said:
No cvt and a long warranty.
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A worthless warranty I might add. My extended family and I owned over 20 Hyundais and a few KIAs since 2008, so I had multiple occasions to learn what that warranty is worth. Just no, stay awag from KIA/Hyundai.
 
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