01-10-2017, 10:43 AM | #61 |
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01-10-2017, 10:51 AM | #62 |
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A few benefits come from SUV's over wagons, if you get he right SUV:
-Ground clearance (all sorts of benefits from this) -Ability to see over giant piles of snow at intersections (this can be a huge deal) -Reasonable to good towing -I know most crossovers suck at this, but my LR4 has a lot more cargo volume due to vertical rear and a lot of height, allowing for large, bulky things to fit. Also handy for changing inside your car, room for large pets while still leaving room for cargo, etc. -Some have tail gates, which rock. -Some have marginal to decent 3rd row seating (always handy) -Some have AWD systems far superior to stuff you get in wagons/minivans. The LR4 happens to have lots of glass, which is awesome. Too bad that is disappearing in SUV's nowadays. I LOVE my LR4. No chance in hell that's my only car, but given how we use it, it's perfect. |
01-10-2017, 11:15 AM | #63 |
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I didn't think I cared much about this. When will I be driving in more than 5" of snow?
Then the first time I drove home after a 4" of snow I couldn't get into my unplowed driveway due to the 10" plow piles at the end. Doh |
01-10-2017, 11:55 AM | #64 | |
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Height is about the only thing that makes an SUV more convenient than a car - you can slide into it, and loading and unloading is easier. Height also is a detriment, higher center of gravity means tippier handling and a less aero shape. A mini van is the ideal vehicle for people with kids - Honda makes a great one (all new one on the way) and I can't imagine why so many people are repulsed by the idea. I've driven the last two gens and they drive great, are comfortable and it's fun to pull up to a curb, open the sliding door and walk from the front of the car, down the center aisle and out from the side. |
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01-10-2017, 01:18 PM | #65 | |
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01-10-2017, 01:27 PM | #66 | |
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Don't get me wrong, in my case, an LR4 is a heavy dynamic price to pay for the benefits, but as a designated Swiss army knife car, it's kick-ass. It also has a smooth V8 and is very nice, so it makes for a great, laid back, comfortable driving experience. But yeah, I look forward to getting a nice sports sedan to split time with it. Hopefully next year. |
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01-10-2017, 01:45 PM | #67 |
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So SUVs are good because you might occasionally drive over a curb on accident, and you wouldn't want to get stuck. Got it.
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01-10-2017, 03:01 PM | #68 | |
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For the record, I've never done that, but from anecdotal evidence, many others do. It seemed like a statistically valid incident to bring up. |
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01-10-2017, 06:04 PM | #69 | |
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A Golf R is a swiss army knife car. |
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01-10-2017, 06:25 PM | #70 |
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Wrong.
The lr4 offers far more utility than a compact hatch. |
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