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RAC

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looking for a used suv need info on all 2007 or newer what u like what u dont dependabilty a must thanks
 
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gogebictodd

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Suv

We have a 04 HONDA PILOT, it has been one of the best vehicles I have ever had if not the best (& I have had many). 140K mikes on it (we purchased it new). Only problem since new after 7 years is a $340 rear heater fan.

I no many that have different model years/same SUV, never a complaint.

I suggest looking at Edmonds.com for consumer ratings and comparisons/a great site.

Hope this helps.

Best of Luck shopping!
 
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RAC

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thanks i will 2000 jeep 130 000 mi heater core; head gasket;valve job , raidator,now crank shaft sencersor
 
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6mile

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One word. Suburban. It defined the SUV before the they were called SUV's and it is still atop seller.

It also pains me to promote a GM product, since the company switched to Government Motors, but this one of the good things they make.
 
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tundra ron

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Toyota 4 runner buy with about 60000 on change all the fluids filter and plugs. These run for 250000 mi. With very little repair. This SUV is a frame truck
 
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misty_pines

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I've had great luck with my 06 Honda Pilot. Gets up to 22 mpg on the highway, good power, handles and drives really good for an SUV of it's size. As a bonus, it seats 8 people. 105,000 milies on mine without one problem.
 
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dooforme

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07 Ford Expedition, 68k miles, tires and brakes. Pulls our 3 place in line with no trouble but passing the gas station. Really get about 12-13 pulling trailer and 19 on highway. Seats 8 comfortably. Love it! Sure beats my old Durango that only got 10mpg with 2 place open.
 
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Dave_B

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I am a Suburban guy. Best truck IMO. But, If you're not towing, no kids and want 20 mpg, a Suburban is not the truck for you. I don't care what anybody tells you, you will never get 20 mpg out of a Suburban! Being a GM guy, I would say look at the smaller SUV's like the Envoy, Traverse, etc. If you're not brand loyal, snow_monkey may be able to hook you up with an Exploder. ;)

Dave
 
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xcswitch

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Don't want to argue with you Dave B but your wrong. I have a 2008 GMC suburban Denali with 20" tires with 5.3 engine . Got 20 mpg and 20.4 mpg last week on two different fills using miles to gallons from the pump. Checked it every fill from NE IA to Mesa AZ putting 3600 miles on it round trip. Our low was 17.3 mpg and ran 5-6 mph over speed limit. That included cargo on the roof and cargo on the hitch and back end loaded up to the gills. Also 5 kids and 2 crazy parents for taking everyone in the suburban rather then flying. Saved $3400 verses flying 7 people roundtrip. Make sure to get one with dvd if you have kids. Amazing how quiet they get when watching a good movie. We do only get 12-14 mpg running to town back and forth. Had 3 suburbans now and wife refuses to get anything else for her car. They do take extra gas compared to a car but at least I know my family is safer.
 
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Dave_B

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xcswitch said:
Don't want to argue with you Dave B but your wrong. I have a 2008 GMC suburban Denali with 20" tires with 5.3 engine . Got 20 mpg and 20.4 mpg last week on two different fills using miles to gallons from the pump. Checked it every fill from NE IA to Mesa AZ putting 3600 miles on it round trip. Our low was 17.3 mpg and ran 5-6 mph over speed limit. That included cargo on the roof and cargo on the hitch and back end loaded up to the gills. Also 5 kids and 2 crazy parents for taking everyone in the suburban rather then flying. Saved $3400 verses flying 7 people roundtrip. Make sure to get one with dvd if you have kids. Amazing how quiet they get when watching a good movie. We do only get 12-14 mpg running to town back and forth. Had 3 suburbans now and wife refuses to get anything else for her car. They do take extra gas compared to a car but at least I know my family is safer.
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Please correct me if I'm wrong but, doesn't the Denali come with the 6.0? Totally different set up. Don't want to question you but I've owned 4 Suburbans and never got better than 16 - 17 mpg with the 350 or 327 motor. Highway or city.
 
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xcswitch

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Dave_B said:
Please correct me if I'm wrong but, doesn't the Denali come with the 6.0? Totally different set up. Don't want to question you but I've owned 4 Suburbans and never got better than 16 - 17 mpg with the 350 or 327 motor. Highway or city.
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I think the newer ones come with a 6.0 option. I bought this used so took it with the motor it had. Wouldn't want a 6.0 since we had one in our chevy crew cab pickup. Sucks gas to fast for the gas stations to show up. Our 5.3 will get only 9.5 to 11 pulling 4 place enclosed snowmobile trailer. I have to admit Dave that I was shocked about that trip getting over 20mpg, but told my wife it was because I was in the driver seat and not her. Our 2000 suburban did about 24mpg on long trips. Dont ask about the 2003. They all had 5.3 engines. Very good engine in mind.
 
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eao

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fyi.........

What's New for 2008

Powertrains and Performance

GMC offers four V8s on the Yukon XL. Standard on the Yukon XL 1500 (half-ton) is a 5.3-liter V8 that makes 320 horsepower and 340 pound-feet of torque. Equipped with GM's cylinder-deactivation technology, this V8 provides better than normal fuel efficiency with a 14 mpg city/19 mpg highway rating for 2008. A 6.0-liter V8 that pumps out 366 hp and 380 lb-ft of torque is optional with the Yukon XL 1500 SLT package. Both 1500 engines are matched to a four-speed automatic. For the 2500 model, the standard engine is a 6.0-liter V8 mated to a six-speed automatic that packs 352 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque. The Yukon XL Denali features a 6.2-liter V8 (380 hp and 415 lb-ft) paired to a six-speed automatic transmission with a manual-shift mode. Two-wheel- and four-wheel-drive versions of the Yukon XL are available, except on the Denali, which is equipped with an all-wheel-drive system that doesn't have low-range gearing. Towing capacities for the regular Yukon XL range from 7,100 pounds on the 1500 2WD to 9,700 pounds for the 2500 2WD.
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Many owners like to clone a regular XL into the Denali by changing out the grill and other exterior items to appear to be a Denali but you can only get the Denali with one engine and 5.3L is not it.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRHIwiRcY1Q
 
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Dave_B

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xcswitch said:
I think the newer ones come with a 6.0 option. I bought this used so took it with the motor it had. Wouldn't want a 6.0 since we had one in our chevy crew cab pickup. Sucks gas to fast for the gas stations to show up. Our 5.3 will get only 9.5 to 11 pulling 4 place enclosed snowmobile trailer. I have to admit Dave that I was shocked about that trip getting over 20mpg, but told my wife it was because I was in the driver seat and not her. Our 2000 suburban did about 24mpg on long trips. Dont ask about the 2003. They all had 5.3 engines. Very good engine in mind.
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I agree! Great engine but I have never gotten that kind of mpg. Wanna trade? I actually think my 2003 got better mpg than my new one. They both had/have the Z71 package. Perhaps that has something to do with it. Gear ratio in the rear is different that much I do know. Not sure on the programming, etc.

So, to stick with the thread topic, look at the Denali, not Suburban if you want a big one.

Dave
 
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snocat_02

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2007 Chevy Trailblazer LT

Great vehicle. No problems thus far 85,000 miles. I get average 20MPG, but I do a lot of highway driving. If i was in the city I'm sure it would be 16 or 17. Tows great. Pulling maily two and three place opens, and occasionly 3 place fully enclosed. Gas while towing not the greatest but it has a smooth ride.
 
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