mercanucaribe
Banned
Aren't you the one who started the anti SUV bashers thread????
Now YOU are asking why soccer moms need SUVs?
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So people really even consider buying a 2WD SUV? WTF?
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Aren't you the one who started the anti SUV bashers thread????
Now YOU are asking why soccer moms need SUVs?
Squisher
Lifer
Some people find security in a full framed vehicle.
Even a 2wd SUV still has better ground clearance and more aggressive tires than a minivan.
But, the number one reason is the stigma of driving a minivan is too much and they can't afford the initial cost, maintenance costs, and the heightened frequency of repairs that a more complex driveline would demand.
Even a 2wd SUV still has better ground clearance and more aggressive tires than a minivan.
But, the number one reason is the stigma of driving a minivan is too much and they can't afford the initial cost, maintenance costs, and the heightened frequency of repairs that a more complex driveline would demand.
Why?
Because I frequently need more cargo space than a sedan provides but less passenger capacity than a minivan has. Because I don't drive anywhere that 4WD would be required. Because I got a good deal. Because I live in the suburbs in Florida, not the slippy gravel of WA. 🙂
Because I frequently need more cargo space than a sedan provides but less passenger capacity than a minivan has. Because I don't drive anywhere that 4WD would be required. Because I got a good deal. Because I live in the suburbs in Florida, not the slippy gravel of WA. 🙂
I have a 2wd Durango. The 2wd is faster, has a higher tow capacity, and gets better gas milage than the 4wd version. I don't have to service a transfer case or front diff. I live in South Florida, so it's not like I have a lot of snow to deal with - not to mention that PART TIME 4wd vehicles are worthless for 95% of real driving conditions anyway - although useful for getting you out of mud/snow/sand that once-every-5-years that it might occur.
JulesMaximus
No Lifer
Because 99% of people who buy SUVs never take them offroad?
Same here, only I have an '05 Escape....The reason I wanted it was since I moved to MI and didn't know anyone, I wanted something with more cargo space for moving furniture, etc. The only reason I might need 4WD would be to get to work when it snows, but why pay extra to get to work??
I hope to hell I can find a 2WD Navigator when the time comes to buy one. There's a certain principle that applies here. One that I adhere to tenaciously. I don't want a GD FWD minivan for this very reason. I want a nice rugged body on frame, with V8 torque, driving the rear wheels as God intended. No CV joints, no transfer case, no expensive drive train components that aren't completely necessary. No sideways mounted engine, with a tranny crammed under the hood as well. I work on my own cars and that shlt's got no place in my stable!
mercanucaribe
Banned
Navigators have independent rear s uspension now.. which means CV joints right?
mercanucaribe
Banned
It's still alot of weight and complexity. The Navigator isn't any more simple than my 240sx. With all the luxury gear, probably a lot more complex.
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