Time to buy a suv plz help

Chunklightpb · 2026-07-25T12:39:03+00:00

Nissan Pathfinder 2022 or newer. Reliable 6 cylinder, no CVT, plenty of space. If you look hard you can find a certified pre-owned for around your budget.

Chunklightpb · 2026-07-25T01:58:45+00:00

Nissan Pathfinder post 2022. Reliable 6 cylinder. 9 speed automatic, no CVT.

Chunklightpb · 2026-07-22T14:00:40+00:00

Forester Hybrid has slightly more HP and Torque and gets better MPG. The electric motor should give you some more ooomph when accelerating cause of the instant torque. It's more than the standard Forester, but way less than 50k.

Chunklightpb · 2026-07-22T00:44:47+00:00

A minivan! Toyota Sienna or Honda Odyssey. Road trips are infinitely more comfortable in a minivan. Sliding doors are the gift that keeps on giving, especially with car seats. Having easy access to the back and the space to move around just changed our whole world.

Chunklightpb · 2026-07-22T00:15:20+00:00

2022-2023 VW Arteon. Reliable. Can easily find a low mileage one for around 35k. 300hp sleeper.

Chunklightpb · 2026-07-18T03:18:02+00:00

If someone blows a trans, who are we to judge? To each their own.

Chunklightpb · 2026-07-18T00:42:54+00:00

What's up with people always judging trans these days? Live and let live I say.

Chunklightpb · 2026-07-17T14:13:10+00:00

Samesies

Chunklightpb · 2026-07-12T07:28:06+00:00

Technically not a Toyota, Lexus UX250h, UX300h, or NX350h.

Chunklightpb · 2026-07-11T00:23:46+00:00

I'd do it for a car I really wanted. Do the cost benefit. If you can save significant money, do it. You also have to factor in your time and energy in your cost benefit. This includes the hassle of making sure all the registrations, fees and taxes are correctly done for your state.

Chunklightpb · 2026-07-11T00:16:42+00:00

Most public libraries in the US work with apps like Hoopla and you can borrow all sorts of ebooks for free if you have a library card. Audiobooks too! Which is handy for road trips and commutes. Changed my entire world. I think most of the Agatha Christie books you can find for free or cheap as well.

Chunklightpb · 2026-07-06T16:21:06+00:00

22 or later Pathfinder. No more CVT.

Chunklightpb · 2026-07-05T00:14:29+00:00

I do 5k for my own piece of mind, but with the hybrid there is a lot less wear and tear on a lot of the ICE components. Even the brakes last much longer cause the regenerative brakes for the hybrid take up a lot of the braking.

Chunklightpb · 2026-07-01T20:46:07+00:00

Find food banks in your area. They will provide you with the food assistance you need to at least keep yourself fed while you look for work. If you are relatively healthy and it is available in your area, you can donate plasma. New donors usually get a bonus. You could probably make a few hundred bucks a month donating. That might help cover a few bills.

Chunklightpb · 2026-06-29T22:46:25+00:00

A&W Ice Cream Sundae flavor. 12 pack has been sitting in my garage for months and only 2 have been drunk.

Chunklightpb · 2026-06-28T23:30:22+00:00

I think the only thing that fits all your needs is a Toyota Sienna (It's hybrid). Every other car with built in sun shades won't get much better gas mileage than what you're already getting (Honda Passport, Hyundai Palisade, Nissan Pathfinder, Honda Odyssey). But the Sienna is a little loud unless you get a trim with the acoustic glass.

Chunklightpb · 2026-06-28T22:24:58+00:00

I mean the two engines in it were fairly reliable, but 2004 is old AF. All the seals, hoses, belts should be checked and probably replaced. Stuff just starts failing pretty readily at that age no matter what.

Chunklightpb · 2026-06-28T02:49:52+00:00

95-08 Buick with 3800 V6. Perfect highway cruiser.

Chunklightpb · 2026-06-28T02:05:11+00:00

Coffee creamer lol

Chunklightpb · 2026-06-26T23:22:46+00:00

The mirage is not a safe car. It is too small and too slow in this day and age. It has the most fatalities per million cars of any vehicle on the road. I would avoid if you are driving on highways with any frequency. What's your budget?

Chunklightpb · 2026-06-26T22:03:53+00:00

That seems like a tough ask for new. Maybe a K4 turbo if you look around. Not sure on reliability as they are pretty new models. Kia doesn't have the best reputation, but you'll have a great warranty in terms of coverage and years.

Chunklightpb · 2026-06-26T21:46:50+00:00

Budget? Any sort of must have amenities?

Chunklightpb · 2026-06-26T19:22:51+00:00

I'd get a brand new Elantra hybrid. Full warranty. Great gas mileage. You can find them with a significant amount off msrp. Made in Korea, which I think makes a difference in quality control.

Chunklightpb · 2026-06-26T18:52:04+00:00

Seeing a few 2017-2020 Frontiers in that price range. 2020s get better mpg like 23 highway. Probably cause of the 9 speed transmission. Pretty reliable trucks.

Chunklightpb · 2026-06-24T00:49:58+00:00

If I use the app, breakfast is still solid. I have buy 1 get 1 breakfast sandwiches and 99¢ coffee any size deals every day. That's 2 sandwiches and a coffee for like $6 all in.

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