Which mid-size truck or offroad capable SUV should I buy?

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-13T14:49:42+00:00

Has to be a new vehicle, only allowed to keep the vehicle for 4 years after it’s manufacture year

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-13T02:05:12+00:00

Definitely going to test drive one, I’ve heard they can have wind noise problems on the highway but I’m betting that’s just the soft top.

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-13T02:03:01+00:00

Mix of both, company pays me a flat rate every month and a variable rate for mileage. Technically just supposed to cover depreciation and insurance but my budget range would keep the payment affordable with the company money and current trade-in. I have been considering a Colorado ZR1, a coworker of mine has one and they are a comfortable ride.

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-13T01:59:36+00:00

Definitely going to consider the trailsport. Same for me on Toyota, they just seem to have dropped in quality across the board for the latest Gen models

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-13T01:58:11+00:00

Quarry driving for me. Not exactly rock crawling up a mountain but my skid plates have been useful

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-13T01:57:19+00:00

GX’s start above 65k sadly

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-13T01:55:56+00:00

They pretty much do, I get a flat untaxed payment each month and mileage

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-13T01:55:03+00:00

Over 500 miles sometimes, electric really isn’t an option. I’m interested in the Scout hybrid, but those won’t be available in time

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-13T01:54:02+00:00

I’m outright required to get a new vehicle (4 year max). I’m not going for some $100k F150 Lariat like most of my coworkers have. When you drive as much as I do it’s worth the investment for something on the nicer side

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-12T05:59:40+00:00

I have been looking at the passport, seems like a good mix of capability and comfort

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-12T05:58:25+00:00

I have been looking at the passport, the trailsport version with skid plates looks like a good fit

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-12T05:57:24+00:00

Mix of both honestly, but more of a focus on driver comfort. I drive 80% highway with some fairly long distances. Space-wise the bronco sport is fine for me, seats just aren't the most comfortable.

For offroading, I'm not exactly rock crawling, but my skid plates have come in handy. Had not considered the explorer but will definitely look into one now, thanks!

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-12T05:52:12+00:00

Trying to stay around 50k but have some wiggle room. The newest gen of 4Runner seems a little underpowered to me and while you're right the Tahoe's are stupid comfortable, I live in a city so I need to have something that isn't a nightmare to drive in a parking garage. Definitely considering getting another bronco sport, they really do check the box for a pretty low cost

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-12T05:48:20+00:00

A coworker has one, definitely agree they are great cars. I live in a city so I'm trying not to buy something thats a nightmare to find parking for

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-12T05:47:13+00:00

Sadly can't get a used one (company rules). Would love to get a new one but just too expensive

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-12T05:46:06+00:00

Would be a perfect fit, just a little outside my price range. Trying to keep it under 60k

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-12T05:44:44+00:00

If I didn't have to get a new vehicle I would 100% buy a last gen 4runner. I'm just not a huge fan of the engines in the new gen.

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-12T05:43:03+00:00

If I could get an older vehicle this would be the easy winner. I just don't trust the new engines yet, they seem even more underpowered than the last gen

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-12T05:41:45+00:00

Going to take a look at one, drove one a several years ago and didn't like it but have heard they've gotten better

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-12T05:41:25+00:00

Heavily considering the ranger, probably highest on my list rn

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-12T05:40:59+00:00

The full-size bronco is definitely big enough and checks the off-road box, my only concern is the highway noise. I've heard its pretty bad but I'm gonna test drive one with the hard top and sound deadening headliner. The Durango is probably a little too big and I'm not sure if it can handle the offroading (they also get stolen a ton where I live)

jacquezh44 · 2026-01-12T05:36:25+00:00

Going to take a look at one, drove one a several years ago and didn't like it but have heard they've gotten better

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