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  • Posted by term2 9 years ago in reply to this comment.
    Try Kia Soul. It looks different to be sure, and is big on the inside and small on the outside. I love mine.
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  • Posted by $ Snezzy 9 years ago in reply to this comment.
    We like our 1992 and 1993 Dodge Cummins pickups. We've been told that they are no longer depreciating, and are sought-after because of the indestructible engine. They do need regular engine service, though: replace the injector pump with a rebuilt one every 20 years.
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  • Posted by term2 9 years ago
    Kia Soul. I have a 2014 and I love it. Its small and maneuverable, yet it holds a LOT when we go to Costco or other shopping. I got the fancy one (28k), but I have rented the more modest models and love them too.
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  • Posted by mia767ca 9 years ago in reply to this comment.
    yes...i did not know you only wanted used...sorry...i found a 4 yr old Camry with 20K miles for $16K...in mint condition...driven 50 miles a week...still driving it...hate driving a new car off the lot and losing 20-30% of value immediately...good luck...
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  • Posted by $ Thoritsu 9 years ago in reply to this comment.
    Try the Edge or the Flex. The Flex is car-like, much bigger, but has captains chairs in the front.

    My wife is 5' 3". She was ok with the Flex, Edge and Escape, but she thought the Explorer was too big. If she can't drive the Escape, what is she driving now?
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  • Posted by unitedlc 9 years ago
    Just bought a new Jeep Renegade for my wife that will end up going to my daughter in a year when she turns 16. We looked at every make and model in that price range for that type of vehicle and this was the one to get. I think the Subaru Crostrek is the best bang for the buck and a fantastic car, but the Jeep looked a little better and seemed roomier. Highly recommend taking a look at both of those vehicles.
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  • Posted by $ MichaelAarethun 9 years ago
    things to watch out for.

    KIA was putting out two wheel drive pretend SUV's they aren't SUV without four wheel drive

    Diesel is better than gas

    Manual is better than automatic which for utility purposes has no real purpose except getting stuck.

    Larger is better than small those miniature vehicles are basically go karts with a cheap body and useless when somebody rams into yiou.

    SUVs have a high center of gravity and do not do fast lane changes or quick turns at higher speeds well. especially the dinky toy kind.

    For a smaller vehicle just get a Nissan Pathfinder short of no diesel they are by far trhe best value for the money

    In the larger versions look for real spare tire, dual fuel tank option, heavy duty bumpers, winch on the front strong towing connection on the rear. Or if not planning to go off road why buy one except for protection in freeway collisions?
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  • Posted by Herb7734 9 years ago in reply to this comment.
    Looked at the Hyundai. Liked the car, hated the dealer. A bunch of hustling BS guys who took me for a senile idiot.
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  • Posted by Blanco 9 years ago
    I love my Kia Sportage, and the price is generally less than some of the Japanese models - with no sacrifice of quality and reliability.
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  • Posted by Herb7734 9 years ago in reply to this comment.
    My personal preference is the Ford Escape, but the BW simply cannot drive it comfortably. I am handicapped and find it somewhat difficult to get in and out of, but it drives great and has amazing power for a four.
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  • Posted by Herb7734 9 years ago in reply to this comment.
    We are now thinking in terms of a mini van. The biggest problem is that most of them come with much more stuff than we need for just the two of us.
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  • Posted by Herb7734 9 years ago in reply to this comment.
    Looked at the Escape. The BW had a hard time reaching the pedals. In order to do so she was almost right up against the steering wheel. She's only 5' tall.
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  • Posted by $ TomB666 9 years ago
    We just bought Honda CRV's, a small size SUV, and we love them. And if you are one of the many here who are ex military, Honda will give you an extra $500 off if you furnish a copy of your DD214
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  • Posted by $ Thoritsu 9 years ago
    Ford has VERY good engines these days. Escape/Edge/Explorer are excellent. Escape 2.0 Ecoboost is a great vehicle. Definitely possible for <$30K.

    Before the newest Ford engines, I liked the GM direct injection 3.0 v6. My buddy got an Acadia with it, and it has been flawless.

    I have Subarus, and had good luck until recently. My engine failed at 24K miles (2014 STI) and my wife had a 2009 Outback super lemon. The new 2.0 engines from Subaru are good. Subarus are very easy to work on.

    I recommend the Ford. I am switching from my Subaru STI to the new Focus RS. Escape is based on the Focus.
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  • Posted by RonC 9 years ago
    My wife enjoys her Buick Encore very much. It is considered a small SUV. She's 5'2 while I am 6'4", yet we both find comfort in it. How they get a small car to ride like a Buick is a mystery to me.
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  • Posted by sandcrab72 9 years ago
    I have been looking around for about a month, and I am down to a Hyundai Tucson or a Nissan Rogue. The gas mileage on these 2 is good, and I can get an AWD version of either of there for about 24K
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  • Posted by mia767ca 9 years ago
    don't know where you live, but i worked part-time for CarMax for a while after retirement...they are fair in buying and selling cars...i traded their stock for years...plus they will ship car if not at your location...go to CarMax.com...they will offer you a maintenance contract...good indication if there is value in car...let me know...mia767ca@aol.com
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  • Posted by freedomforall 9 years ago in reply to this comment.
    That was a problem for my girlfriend, too. She is 5'1" (and 99 lb) and has always had to search for a car with a comfortable seat and a headrest that is at the right height. She always had a van before this because of that issue. imo, it drives much better than any other SUV I have driven - I drive a 2 seat convertible sports car. I understand what you are going through trying to help find a vehicle that fits.
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  • Posted by Herb7734 9 years ago in reply to this comment.
    No can do. The old van runs great, but after 11 years, the air conditioning could go, or any number of other things, all of which would cost more to repair than the vehicle is worth. In the meantime, we'll use it as a back up when the new one is in service until it is ready for the Salvation Army.
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  • Posted by Herb7734 9 years ago in reply to this comment.
    I'll check it out. However, we are discovering that most SUVs are difficult for my wife to drive comfortably. She's barely 5' and has to be almost on top of the steering wheel to reach the pedals.
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