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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We need to car shop for a new or lightly used small SUV or crossover. This will be a commuter car for DH and me and also a car for our teens to drive. Ideally, we could sell or give it to our DD in 3 years when she graduates college. Not looking for luxury, but we do not want cloth seats and tend to like having a moonroof.

Based on IIHS safety ratings, we are probably considering a 2021, 2022, or 2023 from among the following Hyundai Tucson, Subaru Forester or Outback, Honda CR-V, Kia Sportage, and Toyota Rav-4. We usually know exactly what make and model we want and then shop around, but we can't seem to narrow down this decision. I do not think we will get a hybrid. CPO or new with an extended warranty option would be good.

Any owners care to weigh in on why you picked your vehicle and if you are happy?[/quote]

Those were nearly the exact cars I was deciding between in January. The thing that helped me most was test drives - I was able to eliminate the Kia because I was uncomfortable, the Outback because I didn't like the front windshield, and the RAV4 because my legs didn't fit right (long explanation, just trust me). I ended up doing a price-features-year comparison between the remaining and ended up with an older but top of line Hyundai Tucson for the same cost as a base model new Forester or CRV, and I am constantly thrilled with my choice.

I would highly recommend including features on your comparison linst. Things I define as safety feature that I didn't have before (my old car was 2007): 360 parking cameras. Heated steering wheel (keeps my hands on the wheel in the winter!). Lane assist. And adaptive cruise control.

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