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Asked: Mar 19, 2008 - 11:16 AM

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Need a mid-sized crossover, with largest cargo area, 20 mpg city. Is Highlander the largest?

Definitely want better gas mileage. Minimum of 18-20 mpg city.
Not feasible to purchase a hybrid.
Need large cargo area for 85 pound dog (like an Explorer)
Tired of driving a truck - and want some luxury.
Highlander is consideration now.
Surprised with smaller cargo area in the new SUV's. (RX, Escape,Murano, etc)
Acura-headrest uncomfortable.
Hyundai-good sized-but don't see any on streets to inquire about.
No Saturn dealership in area.
Don't want to be saddled w expensive repairs.

In Buying & Selling > Car Comparisons
In Vehicle Type > Crossover
In Maintenance & Repair > Fuel Efficiency (MPG)
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jmorrow

Date: Mar 19, 2008
Time: 03:08 PM

Ok what you Need is a Jeep Patroit 28 mpg it has a great engine 2.0 or 2.4 world engine for a great price as low a 16,000 to 24,000. plus a lifetime powertrain warranty. The back seats laydown flat you you have very large area for storage or you dog. Plus Jeeps hold there value really well so when you sell it you wont lose much money.

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subearu

Date: Mar 19, 2008
Time: 05:47 PM

How about an '08 Subaru Outback or Forester? The 2.5L H4 gets 20/27 for fuel economy and is reliable. The Forester gets a bit bigger in '09, that may give you some additional room.

Not a dealer trying to hook up a sale, just a satisfied previous owner of both models.

-Brian

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