| DAC17 |
Has anyone had any recent experiences with the two of these vehicles? I did a search, and most comments were circa 2002/2003. I'd appreciate any recent feedback about why you picked the MDX.
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| JerryinTO |
I can not tell you about the AVIATOR since this vehicle is rather BIG:eek:
BUt I was originally comparing the MDX with the XC90.
First both vehicles were reviewed in Consumer Reports. The MDX got a RECOMMENED rating, the XC90 didn't the MDX scored better in the reliability and the depreciation. It was also a bit bigger. If you put the same, or similar equipment in each, the MDX was much cheaper.
Also, where I live, you see 5 MDxs for every XC90.
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| Echo2625 |
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Originally posted by DAC17
Has anyone had any recent experiences with the two of these vehicles? I did a search, and most comments were circa 2002/2003. I'd appreciate any recent feedback about why you picked the MDX.
Thanks.
Wow....almost like comparing a diamond ring to a turd!
The Aviator is a way overpriced Ford Explorer. The Aviator is kinda like putting lipstick on a pig.
Ford has terrible reliability issues and the resale would be much lower than the X
Fixed Or Repaired Daily....Found On Road Dead....
Ford didn't get this reputation over night
Jerry..the Aviator is SMALLER than the X |
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| JerryinTO |
I am thinking of the NAVIGATOR, sorry.
But I agree, the MDX is a better vehicle
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| DaleB |
The Aviator is a rebadged Exploder/Mountainair sold in Lincoln showrooms.
No comparison with an MDX which will leave it in the dust on the flat or in the curves. |
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| pelucidor |
I actually looked at an Aviator when it first came out a few days after getting my '02 MDX Touring. It was huge on the outside and ok on the inside. I asked about how much to lease and was literally stunned (fell to the floor - laughing) when the salesguy said about $800 per month for 12k miles for 36 months.
I asked him how Ford (sorry... Lincoln) could justify over $200 per month more than my Acura MDX for a similar lease and he said people would pay it because it was a Lincoln. Of course a few months later the price dropped a lot (discounting due to terrible sales) but it cost Ford too much to make (more than any rational person would pay to buy/lease it) and is being discontinued for a while.
The Aviator replacement will appear in 1-2 years and will not be Explorer based but will be unibody car-based, and much cheaper to make. |
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| td284 |
I have an Explorer and I must say its been pretty bulletproof. No major repairs, problems, only minor recalls. It rides better than most truck-based SUVs and has excellent packaging (the third seat and rear cargo area are very well thought out).
The Aviator has many improvements over the Explorer. A bigger V8, better suspension and finer level of interior detailing. They both now have stability/traction control, the same excellent unit found in the Volvos.
The Aviator sucks gas, has terrible resale value and is being discontinued this fall. A new crossover version will come out next year. You may get a very good deal on one if you want one.
Why am I trading out of the Explorer into an MDX, and not an Aviator? It is outdated technology, still drives trucky and has too much cheap bling about it. Some people like that, I don't. Even if they discounted it heavily, it is an overpriced vehicle. But ultimately, you have to drive each one for awhile and see what fits your needs. The MDX and Aviator are VERY different vehicles. |
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| renov8r |
...this guy is absolutely METICULOUS. His garage looks like something from Speed Channel. He has a tidy Snap-On tool chest and tunes his own lawnmower.
His main ride is an an E-Class MB that he Zainos.
So I was kinda shocked to see the Aviator.
He said the dealer made him an outrageously low offer. He was actually shopping for a Mountaineer or even a van -- just something to use for bags of mulch and such.
The dealer gave him a deal that lopped tTHOUSANDS off without even asking...
That is generally a sign that resale is non-existant.
The neighbor claims that the ride is over isolated. The interior is sort of on the "pimp" side, but it is very up-to-datel looking.
I would not consider one, but I can see why Ford wanted to try selling 'em -- virtaully no development cost as the Explorer still sells thousands of units and Lincoln owners are still very old on average... |
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