Best suv on Reddit
688 reviews from r/whatcarshouldIbuy, r/retirement, r/WhatCarShouldIBuyGULF and 28 more subreddits
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#1
Toyota
4.5
(117)
"Toyota sienna AWD, Mitsubishi outlander non hybrid, Hyundai Santa Fe non hybrid, Kia Sorento non hybrid,Tesla model Y with third row option,"
"I would go for Toyota RAV4. It meets your price range that has some room and is very reliable."
"Toyota Highlander. Plenty of room and 3rd row if you bring the team"
"Hylander Toyota. Go for it !!!"
"RAV4 Hybrid"
"RAV4 or a Highlander. Excellent and reliable."
"Toyota rav4 hybrid"
"Rav4, CX50 or CRV are great vehicles."
"Get a Rav4."
"I've worked 3 hours Away from home... It's been an incredibly reliable vehicle."
#2
Mazda
4.4
(85)
"2019 or newer mazda cx5 or subaru forester, safe and reliable"
"We got my wife a cx50 recently and have been happy with it the past year."
"It’s always the Mazda."
"Go for the mazda or toyota, no question."
"Get the Mazda."
"CX-5 all day."
"Love my CX-50 Premium."
"Mazda or Honda. Stay away from the rest."
"I would advise to buy the new CX-50 hybrid."
"I recommend a 2014-2017 Mazda cx5."
#3
Honda
4.3
(76)
"Have you looked into some of the newer Honda Pilots? They’re absolutely massive with lots of space, and are very cozy."
"We have a Honda CRV EX-L(2024) and have loved it."
"2025 Honda Pilot/2025 Toyota Grand Highlander/2025 Chevy Tahoe."
"I bought my wife a 2025 crv hybrid we love it."
"Find a Passport instead. Bulletproof all around and a huge upgrade from the CR-V."
"Hands down, to me, the new CR-Vs. Bang for your buck."
"Honda Pilot I believe is the best one in this class of mid-sized SUVs."
"Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot"
"Honda CRV hybrid is pretty quick off the line."
"Passport (under 40k with discounts) or outback XT."
#4
Subaru
4.4
(44)
"If you need SUV practicality and want to emphasize safety, you could look into a Subaru Outback."
"No mention for the Subaru Forester here?"
"Definitely check out the Outback."
"Forrester. Outback."
"Do you like the Subaru Ascent?"
"Brand new Subaru Outback Wilderness."
"I picked up a ‘25 Outback Wilderness for 36k two weeks ago."
"Outback wilderness edition"
"Subaru Outback totally fits the description."
"Subaru Outback for sure."
#5
BMW
4.5
(30)
"X5. Audi and Mercedes don’t even come close."
"BMW X5 will have the best handling of all the SUVs."
"X3 or x5 all you have to do is test drive."
"A few year old bmw x3 fits the bill."
"Used a bmw x3 m40i or X5 40i."
"BMW X5D. 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder diesel with all the torque you’d ever need."
"BMW X7, better than Audi / LR"
"Used bmw X3 M40i with the extended warranty."
"I went with a 2022 BMW X3 and I love it."
"X5"
#6
Lexus
4.6
(28)
"Lexus GX or a Cadillac Escalade would be my choice."
"Comfortable + Reliable + SUV = Lexus."
"I just bought a 2015 Lexus RX350 for $17.5k w/ 90k miles."
"I'd start with a Lexus RX (probably hard to find)."
"Lexus GX. Those things are freaking tanks."
"You should also consider a 2020-22 CPO Lexus GX."
"Lexus RX350."
"I have 2 RX350’s (2017 & 2021) and I think that would be a great option."
"A Lexus GX with no options can slide in at the top of your budget."
"Get a Lexus, Toyota, or Honda Pilot."
#7
Acura
4.5
(28)
"I'd ball out a little and buy a Acura RDX or even better MDX."
"Current gen CPO MDX for your budget."
"Used Acura RDX advance w/ AWD. we got a 2019 and really like it."
"Very nice for long trips."
"On my 4th RDX."
"MDX >> all those choices."
"Acura MDX. It’s a fantastic vehicle and the newer ones are gorgeous."
"I have a 2023 Acura MDX A-spec."
"The Acura MDX could easily fit that bill."
"MDX."
#8
Porsche
4.8
(22)
"Cayenne S, gts or turbo. You’ll be surprised once you research their capabilities and reliability."
"Cayenne for sure. I have a few for different purposes and they are hands down my favorite."
"Cayenne GTS."
"Porsche in general is. Plus its gonna be the best handling and most fun SUV you’ll ever drive."
"Porsche Cayenne is the best one."
"Cayenne all day. Reliable and extremely fun to drive."
"Well if I take into accountability how much bare junk is gonna be on the seats then I’d say the Porsche."
"Get the Porsche, it’s a reliable option."
"This shouldn’t be a debate…..get the Porsche!"
"I’d go with the Cayenne or Volvo."
#9
Volvo
4.6
(19)
"I have the Volvo XC90, but if I was doing a van, I’d do the Toyota sienna."
"Volvo XC90! Safety ratings on point and you’ll still look ~cool~"
"The Volvo was an absolute beast. It’s one of the only vehicle manufacturers that still use a 100% steel."
"CPO Volvo XC60."
"Volvo is routinely praised as being one of the most comfy cars."
"Volvo or Porsche. Make sure she maintains her new car well though."
"If you want a reliable car, go for XC60."
"Volvo xc60."
"XC60 by far."
"Volvo XC60. You’ll never get anything again."
#10
Hyundai
4.4
(19)
"I love my 2025 Hyundai Palisade with bench seats!"
"Absolutely brilliant. 7 seater with good boot space, fabulous fuel economy."
"I would consider used (1-2 years old) Hyundai Tucson."
"I love our Hyundai Palisade limited edition. It's wonderful on long trips."
"Roomy and comfortable."
"Just buy a goddamn Creta or one of those Kia cars and sit pretty for next 7-8 years"
"Ended up getting the Palisade with premium trim."
"I’d suggest a Kia Telluride or Hyundai Palisade."
"Hyundai Santa Fe."
"Hyundai Tucson or KIA Sportage."
#11
Jeep
4.4
(17)
"We are looking at getting my wife another Jeep Grand Cherokee in the next year."
"Our prior trip was a grand Cherokee hybrid and it was amazing."
"We just took our jeep Cherokee to Canada and loved it."
"1997-1999 Jeep Cherokee is tough to beat."
"A 1990s Jeep with 4.0L engine is pretty capable and reliable."
"Jeep Grand Cherokee L or Volkswagen Atlas"
"2024 Jeep Cherokee Limited Peril Velvet Red."
"Look at these compact CUV: 2014-2022 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4x4."
"Jeep Grand Cherokee. Best AWD/4WD systems for the $$$."
"We're looking at getting my wife another Jeep Grand Cherokee in the next year."
#12
Ford
4.2
(15)
"Expedition max 2020 it will put you on the XXL, XL ,X,comfort, premier, premier suv."
"Explorer. Just got ours, love it."
"The most comfortable suv by far I’ve ever been in was a Ford Expedition Limited."
"Everest top choice. Maluwag 3rd row seats."
"For me, everest ang best sa choices mo."
"Base jan sa choices mo everest ang pasok sa hanap mo."
"Wag fortuner if 7 seater hanap mo. Mag everest ka or mux."
"Ford everest."
"Everest is good if makuha mo yung 2016-2022."
"Everest for comfort."
#13
Kia
4.4
(14)
"Kia Telluride is amazing in my opinion."
"Most amazing experience."
"Kia Telluride: A rugged yet upscale design stands out."
"Kia Telluride. All the features u could want."
"My girlfriend has a Telluride and she bought the base model."
"I’d suggest a Kia Telluride or Hyundai Palisade."
"Kia telluride"
"Kia Telluride Prestige X-Pro or X-Line is pretty slick."
"Top of the line Telluride"
"I’d get the Kia from the looks alone"
#14
Nissan
4.1
(14)
"We just got a Nissan Pathfinder, which I'm totally loving."
"This suv was BY FAR the most comfortable vehicle i have ever driven."
"Best family car."
"It has reasonable pricing because of all the other problematic vehicles Nissan produces, but it's otherwise a standout for reliability."
"Previous shape Nissan pathfinder is like a squishy cushion."
"Nissan X-terra is a good choice if you pick the 4x4 option."
"Whereas the Pathfinder would give you give you a no-interest, but hefty payment at 0%-36mo."
"Pathfinder, solid NA V6 engine."
"I would vote for the Xterra 2nd gen."
"Isuzu trooper, Nissan Pathfinder, Toyota 4 runner, Toyota Landcruiser."
#15
Audi
4.5
(13)
"You will not find a better daily driver. They are awesome SUV’s."
"Audi Q5!"
"Audi sq5 there’s no other answer to be honest."
"Audi SQ5 - easy!"
"Audi q5, q7, or VW Atlas."
"Audi Q7 4M is quite good. A lot of space in the back and they’re beautiful to drive."
"We have an Audi Q7 and lay the seats flat for Nixie."
"The Q5 is a great car, but it's AC system is weirdly not intuitive."
"Q5 is a solid option."
"Recommend renting one for a week through Turo to see if it fits your lifestyle."
#16
Genesis
4.4
(13)
"Genesis GV70 or the Lexus Gx550."
"GV70 for sure"
"Genesis GV70, Lexus RX 350, Porsche Macan"
"2 row, used genesis gv70."
"GV80 is hard to beat for value prop."
"Genesis GV70 or GV80 is great - Awesome tech and great look and feel."
"Slightly used Genesis GV70."
"Genesis GV70, Mazda CX60, Alfa Romeo Stelvio."
"Genesis GV80."
"Genesis GV70 or GV80 or Acura."
#17
Volkswagen
4.2
(13)
"Sienna, or go for maximum volume in a midsize - VW Atlas. Love mine."
"I just got a VW Atlas on Wed, and I love it so far."
"Jeep Grand Cherokee L or Volkswagen Atlas"
"Volkswagen Tiguan. You can get a nice one too, top trim and lightly used."
"Volkswagen tiguan."
"If you are looking at used, vw atlas, just fold down the third row unless you need it."
"Roomy, comfortable, good on gas."
"You can get a used 2020 Tiguan or X1 for that price."
"We ended up with an Atlas and we love it."
"Tiguan next level up."
#18
Mitsubishi
4.1
(10)
"Just bought a 2024 Outlander SEL and love it."
"My top recommendations are Mitsubishi outlander."
"I just bought a 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander SE last week, and am so far loving it."
"Mitsubishi outlander used..I bought new in 2020."
"How about a Mitsubishi Outlander?"
"I recommend the 2022+ Mitsubishi Outlander."
"Got a 2025 montero only 3000 kms getting 650 kms a tank."
"Good for on/off road. Look for first owned, <100k mileage."
"Outlander. Nice n comfortable"
"My choices are Montero, Fortuner, or Terra."
#19
Toyota Highlander
5.0
(8)
"Raised our twin girls with a Toyota Highlander, sad to see it go."
"Honestly the Toyota highlander or the Honda pilot would both be excellent choices."
"Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, Ford Explorer, Kia Telluride, Hyundai Palisade."
"Of the 3 options I vote Highlander."
"Highlander is always a solid choice."
"It's a fantastic car."
"100% Highlander."
"The Highlander is going to be hard to beat."
#20
Buick
4.0
(9)
"Do yourself a favor and get a used 2-year-old Buick SUV."
"Best bang for the buck is the Buick Enclave essence trim in my opinion."
"My husband has an Enclave…quiet, spacious…safe."
"Buick enclave My customers love it."
"I test drove the Envista and Encore as well."
"Definitely Envision. 18’ or newer, minus the ‘21. Has issues."
"I'd seriously consider the new Buicks."
"Have you looked at a preowned Buick envision."
"Used Buick or Hyundai got hit hard with depreciation just avoid turbo 3cy engine in Buick."
#21
Honda CR-V
4.4
(8)
"CR-V edges out the RAV4."
"CR-V just got best of the year award."
"2. Honda CR-V."
"Easy answer is a gently-used hybrid CRV or RAV-4."
"Honda Crv and Rav 4"
"Look at RAV4, CRV, Equinox, etc."
"Honda CR-V, although it's a little under 200hp."
"I'd go for Honda CRV na VX model kasi AWD na at 7 seater."
#22
Mazda CX-5
4.3
(8)
"CX5 is maybe the best bang for your buck C/SUV on the market. Poor man’s luxury."
"3. Mazda CX-5."
"I’d say mazda cx5/50 or if you want bigger cx70."
"Great cars and Japanese built, if you want the refresh get 2018+."
"CX-5!!"
"Cx5 is a good choice as long as it's not turbo or diesel."
"Cx5 petrol is a good option."
"The CX-5 would be the more equivalent vehicle to the RAV4 or CRV."
#23
Chevrolet
4.6
(7)
"The new chevy traverse MIGHT be doable for 40k."
"I love it!"
"It is the most comfortable SUV I have owned."
"Because of the comfort I had to have one."
"Go get a used Tahoe."
"Tahoe. It’s like driving a recliner down the road."
"Have you looked into the newer Tahoes?"
#24
Toyota RAV4
4.7
(6)
"I just sold my 2010 RAV4 with 278,000 miles."
"Toyota is currently #2 for reliability."
"RAV4 is best selling SUV FOR A REASON!!!"
"My pick would be 1. Toyota RAV4."
"Easy answer is a gently-used hybrid CRV or RAV-4."
"Am using Rav4 2.5 2023 XSE Hybrid, have radar, cruise control, panoramic roof, heat and cold seat and 360 camera's."
#25
Alfa Romeo
4.5
(6)
"Alfa stelvio."
"I recently bought my wife a CPO 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio."
"It cannot get sexier than that."
"If your going to consider a Land Rover consider a Alfa Romero Stelvio."
"Genesis GV70, Mazda CX60, Alfa Romeo Stelvio."
"Alfa Romeo Stelvio"
#26
Mazda CX-50
4.2
(6)
"Mazda cx50. looks great, toyota hybrid system. best of both worlds"
"CX-50 would be my top choice."
"CX50 turbo kinda rips."
"CX50 turbo."
"Look for anything with a 2.0 turbo or 2.5 turbo."
"Check out the new cx50 turbo."
#27
Tesla
4.8
(5)
"If you can charge at home get a Model Y."
"Used Tesla Model Y."
"Used model Y?"
"Model Y"
"Tesla Model Y. Not sure all your use cases but it’s AWD."
#28
Skoda
4.0
(6)
"Best bang for buck, really comfortable ride."
"If 18 is your budget go for Skoda kushaq or Tata Harrier."
"I still think that “Kodiaq” is a gem of a car at the current discounted price."
"Kushaq and taigun will give u the best safety, power and handling in its class."
"Try the kia sonet or skoda kushaq or the mg astor"
"Creta/ seltos/ Kushaq can be a good option if you’re looking for a suv."
#29
Dodge
4.4
(5)
"Dodge Durango."
"2024 dodge Durango. Absolutely love mine."
"The Dodge Durango has a usable third row and is enjoyable to drive."
"Durango, grand Cherokee, pilot. An armada would be a solid tow pig if you can find one in that price range."
"I think you should look at the Dodge Durango GT Premium and the Jeep Grand Cherokee L Limited."
#30
Toyota 4Runner
4.0
(5)
"4runner or wrangler if you want rugged off road fun."
"Toyota 4runner"
"Find the best used 4runner within your budget."
"I have thought about the 4Runner but have found that both the 4Runners and Tacomas are typically priced higher."
"GX is great, also consider the platform mate 4runner which usually costs less."
#31
Honda Pilot
4.8
(4)
"Honda pilot is an excellent choice."
"Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, Ford Explorer, Kia Telluride, Hyundai Palisade."
"I had a Honda Pilot for 10 years."
"Also look at the Honda Pilot, it's not going to be as fuel efficient as the Mazda but it's got even more space inside."
#32
Toyota Land Cruiser
4.8
(4)
"Land Cruiser, LX or GX. any year any trim level"
"Toyota Land Cruiser if you want fancy ?"
"Consider a second-hand land cruiser or nissan patrol."
"Get the new Toyota parado full option 😎"
#33
Mahindra
4.3
(4)
"Buy XUV700 really safe + reliable car."
"You are better off buying an used scorpio n or xuv700."
"If you were driving about 2000 km a month you could have gone for XUV700 diesel base model."
"I think the Xuv 700 or the Scorpio N should be a good choice."
#34
MG
4.3
(4)
"Hector is one of the premium choice, very comfortable and feels luxurious to drive!"
"We are considering hector and XUV and leaning more towards hector."
"Hector is a great pic at this segment, has a premium vibe."
"Hector can be good option...In revent times I have many gear box issue."
#35
Suzuki
4.0
(4)
"Grand Vitara but check out first if the rear row headroom works for you all."
"Grand Vitara or the Creta. I'd also recommend the Elevate."
"I would suggest grand vitara (theres a discount going on as well) and honda elevate."
"Take the grand vitara."
#36
TATA
4.7
(3)
"Get the curvv diesel."
"Such an amazing experience + matches your budget"
"Tatas offer good comfort and safety in the cabin."
#37
Isuzu
4.0
(3)
"Go for the MuX.. yan lang ang walang masyadong issue sa choices mo."
"I find the MU-X has the best 3rd row among the PPVs out there."
"Mux."
#38
Volkswagen Tiguan
4.0
(3)
"Vw Tiguan, seems small but it is not at all."
"Tiguan"
"VW Tiguan."
#39
Mercedes
4.0
(3)
"Mercedes GLE or the GLC is smooth but once you go up to a amg its a bit sportier ride"
"If you're thinking hybrid, the GLE450e from Mercedes is one of my favorites on the market."
"Mercedes GLE 350 with AIRMATIC suspension and ergonomic seats would be a good choice."
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