Big gas-fueled midsize SUVs have low resale value. It's either you keep them for a long time or sell them at a loss.

It's a blessing of sorts though for used buyers. You can scoop up a very good condition Explorer or CX9 for half (or even less) than its brand new price.

If you can deal with the fuel expense and maintenance cost, an Explorer is one good 7-seater SUV - much more comfortable than a PPV.