rlovinggood wrote:

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I wish Honda had their turbo diesel here in America in the CR-V.
Sigh.

So, I think I've narrowed my search to the current Toyota RAV4 with V6
and the current Hyundai Santa Fe with V6. Both seem to have good
reviews in media that I have found. The plus for the RAV4 is that it
is a Toyota. It also gets about the same mileage as my Accord, even
with all wheel drive and 69 more horsepower! The Hyundai gets
excellent reviews on safety, but mileage isn't as good as the RAV4.
Both are rated to tow 2,000 lbs without the trailer towing package.
And both can tow 3,500 lbs with the tow package.

Which shall it be? I don't know, the story isn't over yet. But if
anyone wants a good hitch for a 2000 Accord (probably fit any sixth
generation Accord), send me a note. Should be great for a bicycle
rack.

I'm curious why you're not considering the gas powered CR-V? We bought
a Fit (not for towing!!!) a few weeks ago, and need a bigger vehicle in
the next year or so. We were lusting over the CR-V at the dealership,
and it is top of the list to replace our Subaru (Rav-4 is close second
but we've had 5 Hondas so far).
I'm hoping the diesels arrive before the Ru needs another $3000 work :-(


Shawn