| drknkboot |
I've noticed that there is an increase in the number of younger people interesting in getting the MDX.
From browsing through this forum, I've gathered that the demographics for the majority of MDX owners are middle-aged individuals who are married and have kids.
Well, I'm 26, not married, and do not have any kids. I got my MDX because I like the feel of driving an SUV, along with other reasons. My previous car was a 97 Explorer which I loved, but sadly, Fords aren't built to last past a certain point.
What do you guys think about my choice of getting the MDX? Was there another SUV I should have considered? Is there one with better mileage? Thanks |
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| JL_SS |
| Here's an owner age poll done previously: link A majority of owners are 30-39, but you are not alone in the 20's age group. |
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| ByeByeChrysler |
| Good choice, the MDX will last for a while....marriage and kids. |
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| drknkboot |
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Originally posted by JL_SS
Here's an owner age poll done previously: link A majority of owners are 30-39, but you are not alone in the 20's age group.
I noticed that that poll was started more than 3 years ago. With more used MDXs on the market, and priced reasonably, the younger group might have a few more representations in that poll, if you repost it.
I research everything tirelessly before I commit to buy. I was sold on the Honda reliability, which is why I invested in the MDX. Even with more than 80,000 miles on the dash, i bought it with confidence. |
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| Jerka |
| I'm 26 and married with a new 9-week-old baby. My wife and I bought our MDX (2002) this weekend from her father. He gave us a great deal and we feel great about the reliability and safety of the MDX...plus he is throwing in the 105k service with the deal. My wife drives about 10k a year so with that service I feel like we are only going to need to perform routine oil changes and fix the occasional problem for the next 4-5 years. I'm a huge fan of proactive maintenance, but after the 105k service I just can't think of anything that will need to be done for the next few years. We love our MDX. Sure we're young, but for the deal we got and the Honda reliablity/safety we couldn't turn it down. |
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| lc27 |
| I am 23, unmarrried and have no children or plans to have any. I paint on a large scale and do photography so I need a large vehicle to haul around big canvases and lighting equipment. I have had my 2007 MDX for a month and a half now and I ADORE it. There is no doubt in my mind that it is the best suv on the road! |
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| theseans |
With exception to maybe the X5 for the stronger V8, you have bought one of the three best suv's in it's class. RX330/350 comes to mind here.
There is one with better mileage. It's called a.... "car"! Dude, it's an SUV!
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Originally posted by drknkboot
I've noticed that there is an increase in the number of younger people interesting in getting the MDX.
From browsing through this forum, I've gathered that the demographics for the majority of MDX owners are middle-aged individuals who are married and have kids.
Well, I'm 26, not married, and do not have any kids. I got my MDX because I like the feel of driving an SUV, along with other reasons. My previous car was a 97 Explorer which I loved, but sadly, Fords aren't built to last past a certain point.
What do you guys think about my choice of getting the MDX? Was there another SUV I should have considered? Is there one with better mileage? Thanks
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| drknkboot |
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Originally posted by theseans
There is one with better mileage. It's called a.... "car"! Dude, it's an SUV!
Glad you mentioned that!! So what you're saying is the MDX's gas mileage is as good as it gets for an SUV? |
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| theseans |
Very few post slightly better, but comparative stats. Be happy with your choice. It's the best all-around suv on the planet, imo. If we wanted great gas mileage, we'd drive regular unleaded Civic's (which apparently get better gas mileage with lower emissions, than a hybrid highlander).
This will make you smile, my 2002 Grand Cherokee average 12 mpg. We average around 16-17.
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Originally posted by drknkboot
Glad you mentioned that!! So what you're saying is the MDX's gas mileage is as good as it gets for an SUV?
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| drknkboot |
| I'm not complaining...I love my MDX...right now i'm getting 17.6 city, and 19.2 highway. I'll take that over my friend's 13 combined average that she gets from her Mountaineer. |
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| theseans |
13...ouch...that made me smile.
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Originally posted by drknkboot
I'm not complaining...I love my MDX...right now i'm getting 17.6 city, and 19.2 highway. I'll take that over my friend's 13 combined average that she gets from her Mountaineer.
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| theseans |
...and that's the reality between domestics and imports.
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Originally posted by theseans
13...ouch...that made me smile.
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| dj-mdx2 |
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Originally posted by drknkboot
What do you guys think about my choice of getting the MDX? Was there another SUV I should have considered? Is there one with better mileage? Thanks
Your choice of vehicle is your own, based on needs and wants, perceived or real. There's plenty of SUVs you "should" have considered but not all will have better fuel economy. The RAV4 is a good one, as is the C-RV, and Acura's own RDX and Honda Pilot. The X5, Cayenne, Audi Q7, Cadillac SRX, MB GL and M Class - where should I stop? |
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| theseans |
We were talking about "comparable's" DJ. You're kind of jumping out of the MDX 's neighborhood there, big cat. The CRV and Rav 4? Is that how you compare your awesome SUV? Shame on you -)
As for the larger vehicles, yep, X5 has been noted previous, but do you have any idea how high the majority of the shop-times are with the other suvs you mentioned (Audi excluded...too new to know)? Jump on Consumer Reports someday, and tell me they are comparable to our MDX.
The only true comparisons with the MDX in most comparison tests, is the 6 cylinder X5, and Lexus Rx. Maybe the Highlander, and Pilot on size only. Are we missing anything?
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Originally posted by dj-mdx2
Your choice of vehicle is your own, based on needs and wants, perceived or real. There's plenty of SUVs you "should" have considered but not all will have better fuel economy. The RAV4 is a good one, as is the C-RV, and Acura's own RDX and Honda Pilot. The X5, Cayenne, Audi Q7, Cadillac SRX, MB GL and M Class - where should I stop?
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| drknkboot |
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Originally posted by theseans
We were talking about "comparable's" DJ. You're kind of jumping out of the MDX 's neighborhood there, big cat. The CRV and Rav 4? Is that how you compare your awesome SUV? Shame on you -)
As for the larger vehicles, yep, X5 has been noted previous, but do you have any idea how high the majority of the shop-times are with the other suvs you mentioned (Audi excluded...too new to know)? Jump on Consumer Reports someday, and tell me they are comparable to our MDX.
The only true comparisons with the MDX in most comparison tests, is the 6 cylinder X5, and Lexus Rx. Maybe the Highlander, and Pilot on size only. Are we missing anything?
Yeah DJ...that's kinda what I meant when I asked the question. I was shopping for a mid-size luxury SUV. I did look at the X5 and the RX, but I also had a budget. My budget could not afford a Cayenne, or an Audi. MDX was the best choice. |
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| theseans |
hey dr...which model X5 did you try out? I was out in a 4.4, and a 4.8...both had a ton of pedal. What did you think?
in the end, I just wasn't a Bimmer type of guy. My brother owns an M5, and he kind of turned into the annoying stereotype. You know, kind of like Gollum in Lord of the Rings. "Oh, my precious".
I do really miss the power though...X just isn't a V8. Only complaint thus far. |
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| drknkboot |
I'm not a "new car" type of guy. Can't see myself taking that kind of depreciation on an entity that is by no means cheap. So, I always go for pre-owned cars. In which case, if you take care of it and maintain it like you should, the depreciation is very modest (or in some cases, not at all).
I looked at a black X5 3.0i Sport Package that was just gorgeous and sweet to drive, but my gut (and research) told me that I'll have reliability concerns down the road. I was never sold on the RX 300 (the RX330 was still a bit out of my budget) looks, but liked the reliability of the manufacturer. Then, there was the MDX...loved the drive, love the feature, love the manufacturer, love the price (under $20,000),and even loved what i had dug up during research. And that was all she wrote!! |
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| theseans |
I felt the same way...it was black on black, 19" wheels, gorgeous, and fast as an suv gets. More leg and head room than MDX too. Felt great, but that damn BMW logo on the wheel kept saying "buy me, I'm perfect for you". Call me a wimp, but I turned tail and ran. Scared of the $$$$ now and later.
Bought the used X the next day. It WAS perfect.
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Originally posted by drknkboot
I'm not a "new car" type of guy. Can't see myself taking that kind of depreciation on an entity that is by no means cheap. So, I always go for pre-owned cars. In which case, if you take care of it and maintain it like you should, the depreciation is very modest (or in some cases, not at all).
I looked at a black X5 3.0i Sport Package that was just gorgeous and sweet to drive, but my gut (and research) told me that I'll have reliability concerns down the road. I was never sold on the RX 300 (the RX330 was still a bit out of my budget) looks, but liked the reliability of the manufacturer. Then, there was the MDX...loved the drive, love the feature, love the manufacturer, love the price (under $20,000),and even loved what i had dug up during research. And that was all she wrote!!
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| dj-mdx2 |
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Originally posted by theseans
We were talking about "comparable's" DJ. You're kind of jumping out of the MDX 's neighborhood there, big cat. The CRV and Rav 4? Is that how you compare your awesome SUV? Shame on you -)
As for the larger vehicles, yep, X5 has been noted previous, but do you have any idea how high the majority of the shop-times are with the other suvs you mentioned (Audi excluded...too new to know)? Jump on Consumer Reports someday, and tell me they are comparable to our MDX.
There was no mention of "comparable" SUVs in the original post, just a query on quote:
What do you guys think about my choice of getting the MDX? Was there another SUV I should have considered? Is there one with better mileage?
. There were no parameters as far as cost, level of luxury, perceived image, or performance, just fuel economy. Hence my mention of the other SUVs in my other post. The OP eventually clarified his intentions, so no harm done.
And yes, I'm a CR member, tiger. ;) . The RAV4 is comparable if not better than the MDX in most of the indicators that CR tests for. And so is the C-RV. Frankly, if I didn't need all the space of the MDX, I might have gone with either, especially since I just spent $60 of gas on my last fillup. An Audi Q7 if they ever get the hybrid off the ground would be interesting, as is the Bluetec MB GL. |
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| theseans |
Was just kidding "with" you mate. Didn't mean any harm.
If a Rav-4 is comparable to an MDX in your eyes, I'm right there to back you up DJ. Heck, not even sure what a "Bluetec" is, so i'm not even qualified to comment further. Cheers.
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Originally posted by dj-mdx2
There was no mention of "comparable" SUVs in the original post, just a query on . There were no parameters as far as cost, level of luxury, perceived image, or performance, just fuel economy. Hence my mention of the other SUVs in my other post. The OP eventually clarified his intentions, so no harm done.
And yes, I'm a CR member, tiger. ;) . The RAV4 is comparable if not better than the MDX in most of the indicators that CR tests for. And so is the C-RV. Frankly, if I didn't need all the space of the MDX, I might have gone with either, especially since I just spent $60 of gas on my last fillup. An Audi Q7 if they ever get the hybrid off the ground would be interesting, as is the Bluetec MB GL.
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| dj-mdx2 |
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Originally posted by theseans
Was just kidding "with" you mate. Didn't mean any harm.
If a Rav-4 is comparable to an MDX in your eyes, I'm right there to back you up DJ. Heck, not even sure what a "Bluetec" is, so i'm not even qualified to comment further. Cheers.
No prob. Bluetec is a technology being used by Merc to burn diesel cleaner. The upcoming Vision GL supposedly will get 25 MPG highway. See link for a snapshot. |
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| aruca |
Heard good things about Ford freestyle, gives 19/24 mpg and it seats 6 comfortably and AWD. Another friend traded her rx330 for infinity fx-35. She says it looks and rides better than the rx and she gets better mpg.
I believe the mdx has the best overall package that met my needs. I needed a car that provides..
1. seat more than 5. mdx let me puts the kids in the 3rd row, if need be. If I have to do that regularly then I would have gone with a minivan or sequoia.
2. decent mpg. I get 15 in city (99%) and 28 in highway. rx which is smaller gives less than that.
3. cargo room. mdx doesn not have the best of cargo rooms. If I were to haul things more often then I would prefer one in which the second rows goes completely flat or remove the seats.
4. no off road driving. else I would consider land cruiser, sequoia, 4runner.
5. 4WD/AWD during snow days.
6. the looks. I wanted to get away from the super-mom look in a minivan. mdx turns heads.
7. navigation. I get lost easily once out of my comfort zone.
In short, the mdx was the best overalll buy. |
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| theseans |
| I think the Freestyle may actually pull decent numbers. It's unfortunately a Ford! Therefore, doomed to rattles, noise, rust, general fit and finish issues, and of course, absolutley no resale value. |
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| drknkboot |
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Originally posted by aruca
Heard good things about Ford freestyle, gives 19/24 mpg and it seats 6 comfortably and AWD. Another friend traded her rx330 for infinity fx-35. She says it looks and rides better than the rx and she gets better mpg.
I was actually considering getting an FX35, but I was getting a better deal on the MDX. I like the look of the FX, and talk about a "head-turner"!! I never got to test drive it, but I'm pretty sure that it has a smooth ride (my brother has an old 93 J30, and it runs like it was made yesterday).
The is probably a good choice for someone else, but I don't think that I'll ever buy another Ford. As a matter of fact, there are a lot of SUVs out there that can post better mileage (VUE, Tribute, Escape, The new Jeep Line up), but that wasn't the class that I was looking in.
Like I said before, I like my MDX, it gives me what I was looking for, and a whole bunch of extras, which I probably won't use until I start a family, so I'm happy.
DJ - The bluetec is sounds very good. It's a nice concept, but when it do come out, I don't have an extra arm or leg to give to Mercedes to get it. |
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| drknkboot |
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Originally posted by theseans
I think the Freestyle may actually pull decent numbers. It's unfortunately a Ford! Therefore, doomed to rattles, noise, rust, general fit and finish issues, and of course, absolutley no resale value.
No thanks!! |
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| theseans |
Yeah, I suspected. Well, I understood your post, anyway...
"Hey, you should have considered a Smart Car DR? It has loads of rear cargo space, and get's much better gas mileage than the MDX?" -) |
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| theseans |
The bluetec does sound interesting.
Truth, I bash these domestics (ie Freestyle, etc) really hard, but I would really like a flexfuel Tahoe. It would make it ok for me to drive a big rig of a car again. Get one of those, and let me drive it. -) |
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| drknkboot |
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Originally posted by theseans
"Hey, you should have considered a Smart Car DR? It has loads of rear cargo space, and get's much better gas mileage than the MDX?" -)
Once again, no thanks!! Those things look like the come with a battery operated remote control. |
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| drknkboot |
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Originally posted by theseans
The bluetec does sound interesting.
Truth, I bash these domestics (ie Freestyle, etc) really hard, but I would really like a flexfuel Tahoe. It would make it ok for me to drive a big rig of a car again. Get one of those, and let me drive it. -)
Flexfuel also sounds very good, but by the time they're done setting up and distributing it throughout the US (since it's not readily available in all states), the price difference might not show a big difference. |
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| theseans |
Yeah...I'm not sure it's a cost savings at all. Just seeing the flexfuel logo would make me feel better about driving a pig of a truck again.
As for cost, I think it's reasonbly inexpensive to melt oil into gasoline, which is why the government doesn't want to give it up. That, and tanks run on gasoline and oil.
On the other hand, I think it's expensive to turn corn into alcohol. ie., seen the price of Jack Daniels lately? -) |
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