Best 7 Seats 4x4 Summary

Jeep Grand Cherokee (JGC)

• Pros:
  • Loaded with luxury tech features.
• Cons:
  • Rapid depreciation.
• User quoted getting a trade-in value of $31K on Edmund’s and KBB and discussed options due to high mileage and potential overage fees.

Toyota Tarago

• Pros:
  • Reliable and rugged.
• Cons:
  • Limited in the used car market.

Ford Territory

• Pros:
  • Handles well and has ADW station wagon.
• Cons:
  • Some cautioned against it, mentioning quality issues.

Nissan Frontier

• Some users mentioned the Frontier as a reliable choice for 4x4.

Ford Everest

• Pros:
  • Comfortable with a good suspension.
  • Spacious 3rd-row seats.
• Cons:
  • Maintenance may be trickier compared to other brands.

Toyota Fortuner

• Pros:
  • Reliable, easy maintenance.
• Cons:
  • User suggested skipping it due to potential regrets.

Ford Explorer

• Pros:
  • Comfort and features praised.
• Cons:
  • Noise complaints and criticism for changes in dashboard menus and lack of rear slider.

Mazda CX-8

• Pros:
  • Luxury, good materials, and fun to drive.
  • Fuel-efficient.
• Cons:
  • Some mention stiff suspension.

Others:

• Other mentions included Toyota Land Cruiser, Mitsubishi Montero, and Isuzu MU-X for considerations.

General Advice / Considerations:

• Perform test drives to ensure comfort and features meet personal preferences.
• Maintenance costs and ease of upkeep were considerations for some brands.
• Some models had specific praises for comfort, spaciousness of 3rd-row seats, and reliable performance.
• Off-roading needs may influence the decision between 4x2 and 4x4 options.