- What's the safest, longest lasting and best gas mileage smaller SUV with 6 (or less) speed automatic transmission, non turbo gas engine for under$30,000?
- I'm considering a new 2023 Mazda CX-5 base model. I was considering used but they're so expensive now!
- What do you think and recommend?
Take a look at the Toyota Corolla Cross. It has the M20A-FKS naturally-aspirated 2.0-liter I4 with Dynamic Force and a CVT transmission with a launch gear. An AWD LE model goes for about $28,000.
@anthony-zingale why is your response in the comment section, and not in the proper location, down below? Please copy paste, thank you
Well, you can not have best mpg and naturally aspirated engines in a SUV.
With that being said,I would consider Toyota Highlander.
Thanks, but the highlander is too big. I want a 2 row small SUV or CUV. I realize you can't get the best gas mileage with naturally aspirated gas engine vehicles but at least in the mid 20's for city driving and low 30's for highway. I might go for an older Corolla with automatic transmission or a used RAV4 with 6 speed automatic transmission that have lower mileage. Thanks again for your reply.
Well if it's new, you got no metrics on what you are asking. Brand loyalty and reputation is what you are relying on, Honda, Toyota, or Mazda in general would all be good choices, I would also go for Mazda but they do have problems with rust.
Oh, okay thanks. I'm considering different options. I'm considering used also.
If your buying new check out Kevin Hunter's videos on how to deal with car dealers. Here is an example. I found them to be very use full and informative.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=asNukqP91_o
Just ignore the X-Cap hipe. X-cap is snake oil
The car choices you suggest are all good. I don't know why you would limit the number of speeds of the transmission. The brands you suggested all have good transmissions by reputation. I would avoid CVT's. You will be spending a lot of money or saddling yourself with a big monthly payment so do your research. The $30K limit may be unrealistic if buying new.
Thanks for your reply and for the video on dealing with dealerships. Scotty says the higher speed automatic transmissions aren't as reliable as 6 speed or below. I might look for a lower mileage used RAV4 or Corolla. I'm considering all options. I'm not financing or leasing. I want a reliable long life vehicle for long term. Thanks for your advice.