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Acura RDX vs. Infiniti EX35 vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee

Posted on 12/1/12 at 9:57 am
Posted by Tmacelroy12
Houston
Member since Aug 2012
5489 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 9:57 am
2012 Acura 2012


vs.

2012 Infiniti EX35


vs.

2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee


I've been trying to decide what new car I should get. All these cars are in the ~30k range. I'd like to get an opinion from the money board on which yall think is the best value.

Also, it doesn't have to be a 2012 model.

I have $10,000 that I can put towards a down payment, hopefully looking to get under 4% interest rate. I can put around $450 towards monthly payments as well.

Thoughts?
Posted by LSUwag
Florida man
Member since Jan 2007
17318 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 10:24 am to
The wife has a 2010 Grand Cherokee Laredo 4wd and she loves that truck. It is very well built and has been 100% reliable with no problems in two years. The new models are a lot more refined than ours.

I don't know much about the other two.

Good luck.
Posted by Chicken
Jackassistan
Member since Aug 2003
21882 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 10:45 am to
Cherokee is clearly the best looking of the three. I am guessing the others have been features.
Posted by 756
Member since Sep 2004
14850 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 12:05 pm to
You actually would compare a Jeep( which is really a dodge) to Acura and Infiniti?

A dodge compared to two luxury cars that have the highest ratings

I would favor the Infiniti slightly over Acura but both are excellent vehicles

Jeeps are no longer jeeps they are dodges with a jeep emblem
Posted by donRANDOMnumbers
Hub City
Member since Nov 2006
16890 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 12:19 pm to
Acura is getting uglier every year
Posted by guttata
prairieville
Member since Feb 2006
22503 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 12:49 pm to
I wouldn't touch the Jeep. They are not very reliable after a few yrs. as for the Acura or Infinity. Basically comes down to do u you like Ho da or Nissan better? Personally, I like the exterior of the Infinity, but its hard to beat an Acura's interior.
Posted by ItNeverRains
37069
Member since Oct 2007
25360 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 1:47 pm to
You should check out a Honda Crosstour, wife just got one, loves it. Under 23k on an 2012 EX, 0.9% for 60 mo. financing. Keep your 10k.
This post was edited on 12/1/12 at 1:49 pm
Posted by foshizzle
Washington DC metro
Member since Mar 2008
40599 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 1:59 pm to
quote:

it doesn't have to be a 2012 model.


The correct answer is to get a well cared-for 2007-ish model. Costs tons less.
Posted by guttata
prairieville
Member since Feb 2006
22503 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 2:02 pm to
If you look used, don't even consider the Jeep.
Posted by Tmacelroy12
Houston
Member since Aug 2012
5489 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 3:41 pm to
Thanks for the input everyone. If I do get a 2007ish model, then I won't get a Jeep.
Posted by Rev1897
NOLA
Member since Dec 2008
782 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 3:59 pm to
Have the new jeep.bought it over lux ,odels like the Audi JD Infiniti. Great decision and we love having the extra $$ in the bank too.
Posted by LSUtigerME
Walker, LA
Member since Oct 2012
3786 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 4:10 pm to
JGC. Looks great, great interior, great options. I wish my wife would have liked the JGC else it'd be sitting my driveway. Went with an MDX instead.

I have an Acura and an Infiniti, and would consider the Jeep over the other two. Of the two jap models, I prefer my Infiniti.

This assumes you're looking at new, or near new.
Posted by Tmacelroy12
Houston
Member since Aug 2012
5489 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 4:33 pm to
Yeah, near new. I just stayed working, young, single, and no dependents so I can throw some cash at this. Obviously, I know cars aren't good investments, so I want to be wise with my money. And we are settling the estate so I'm due for $10,000.
Posted by Rev1897
NOLA
Member since Dec 2008
782 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 4:55 pm to
Get the overland Jeep and you won't miss anything that the others have. Or get the Laredo with Leather/Backup cam and save $$
Posted by guttata
prairieville
Member since Feb 2006
22503 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 5:20 pm to
Jeeps are garbage. I speak from experience
Posted by 756
Member since Sep 2004
14850 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 6:09 pm to
Jeeps are note Jeeps they are dodges
Posted by lynxcat
Member since Jan 2008
24118 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 6:29 pm to
I have an 05 JGC Limited and it has been a fantastic car. Most people that ride in it are impressed by the condition and the feel.

What are these comments about jeep being a Dodge?

I like the Acura ZDX the most....gorgeous design.
Posted by ProudLSUMom
Baton Rouge
Member since Sep 2007
3301 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 6:38 pm to
I have an 03 Infiniti FX35. I love that thing! I like it even more than my 09 BMW 328i convertible! I didn't expect that to happen.

We are getting rid of the convertible soon and I want something new and am considering another Infiniti for sure!
Posted by GeauxTigers18
Member since Sep 2012
418 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 9:56 pm to
The Acura gives you all the luxurious features of a midsized sports utility vehicle and handles like a Indy car.
Posted by cwill
Member since Jan 2005
54718 posts
Posted on 12/1/12 at 10:18 pm to
Buy an AZN car and you'll never be disappointed by engine trouble....buy American and get to know your mechanic.
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