Crossover/SUV with the best ride comfort - CRV, RAV4, Forester, CX-5?

[sientobente]

rather than just getting some random advice from a forum, i would suggest you test drive the car yourself. have your passenger go with you so they can also give their feedback. all these CUVs should be available for a test drive(except maybe for the RAV4 where they only bring in limited models here).

[Walter]

Forester? Soft suspension?

[sachiel]

Forester? Soft suspension?

It's softer compared to Tucson and 2nd gen Xtrail. Or maybe the XT's suspension is stiffer. I only tested the 2L variant.

[Egan101]

There were news that the newer batch of Forester 2.0L NA models were tuned to have a softer suspension. The initial batches had the characteristic stiff suspension of the Forester. There were many complaints as most buyers seem to prefer the softer ride compared to the stiff or sporty ride that some prefer. The Forester XT is still tuned its suspension to be stiff as it is still the king in terms of performance and handling among the Japanese CUV's.

[outbite]

I recently test drove every one of the cars. The cx5 has the worst drive comfort. Crv is the best one for me

[koji kabuto]

Aside from the ride comfort one thing to consider also (given your list of passengers) is the ease of entry and exit for them.

Depending on their height, body structure, fitness level, etc. Some may find it hard to get in because the seat is high for them. Some may find it hard to get out, because the seat is too low.

I have the Forester XT, the ride is definitely not plush. It is on the sporty side but not bone jarring. I haven't had a senior citizen sit at the back yet, so I cannot get their opinions. As for the others on your list, I cannot comment. No personal experience for me.

I suggest you test drive all of them and have your regular rear seat passengers go with you.

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Aside from the ride comfort one thing to consider also (given your list of passengers) is the ease of entry and exit for them.

Depending on their height, body structure, fitness level, etc. Some may find it hard to get in because the seat is high for them. Some may find it hard to get out, because the seat is too low.

I have the Forester XT, the ride is definitely not plush. It is on the sporty side but not bone jarring. I haven't had a senior citizen sit at the back yet, so I cannot get their opinions. As for the others on your list, I cannot comment. No personal experience for me.

I suggest you test drive all of them and have your regular rear seat passengers go with you.

[JohnM]

The cx5 has the worst drive comfort.

My senior citizen parents love it so much they wore down the stock tires in less than two years

My mom complained about the harsh ride the day we got it from the casa. We went straight to the gas station to check tire pressures and sure enough they were all inflated to above 40psi. When adjusted to the proper pressures (and after a few kilometers loosening it up) it settled in nicely.

[jcal68]

Hmm. . .senior citizens normally hate high riders. It is a problem for them getting in and out of the car.

[shok]

You could also look at the VW Touran and the Peugeot 3008 for passenger ride comfort comparison.
I think these are within the price range of the CUVs that you mentioned.

[JohnM]

Hmm. . .senior citizens normally hate high riders. It is a problem for them getting in and out of the car.

My mom almost fell off my sister's Fortuner but she can get in and out of the CX5 in heels with no problems. The car-based SUVs are mostly at the right height for old hips.

[dr. d]

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Hmm. . .senior citizens normally hate high riders. It is a problem for them getting in and out of the car.

and that is why i have a wigo, parked beside my innovas..

[sachiel]

Vans and mini vans are more suited for senior citizens.

[dr. d]

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sedans are more suited for senior citizens. easier to get in and out..
ask anyone, young or old, who has knee, leg, or back problems... but where to put their wheelchairs, is another issue.
the young ones and young adults, who have full control over their bodies.. these are the ones who "like" vans and mini vans.
sedans also offer smoother ride, minimizing insult to their aching bodies..

[sachiel]

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sedans are more suited for senior citizens. easier to get in and out..
ask anyone, young or old, who has knee, leg, or back problems... but where to put their wheelchairs, is another issue.
the young ones and young adults, who have full control over their bodies.. these are the ones who "like" vans and mini vans.
sedans also offer smoother ride, minimizing insult to their aching bodies..

I guess it depends on the senior people's preference. Most senior people I know don't like sedans because it's too low and they would always prefer riding in Starex or Alphards. But to each their own. We will know once we hit that age.:D

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sedans are more suited for senior citizens. easier to get in and out..
ask anyone, young or old, who has knee, leg, or back problems... but where to put their wheelchairs, is another issue.
the young ones and young adults, who have full control over their bodies.. these are the ones who "like" vans and mini vans.
sedans also offer smoother ride, minimizing insult to their aching bodies..

I guess it depends on the senior people's preference. Most senior people I know don't like sedans because it's too low and they would always prefer riding in Starex or Alphards. But to each their own. We will know once we hit that age.:D

[dr. d]

i prefer taller vehicle.
the co-owner of my sons is not as generously vertically gifted as me... and she has announced that she will divorce me if i so much as get a fort..
yes... to each his/her own... sigh..

[jcal68]

i prefer taller vehicle.
the co-owner of my sons is not as generously vertically gifted as me... and she has announced that she will divorce me if i so much as get a fort..
yes... to each his/her own... sigh..

I like the term you call your wife.

I remember a guy who calls his wife as "mother of three" everytime. . .
He stopped this when she called him "father of one". . .

[sientobente]

I recently test drove every one of the cars. The cx5 has the worst drive comfort. Crv is the best one for me

i share the same opinion when scouting for a cuv. for comfort, it was a close match between the crv and rav4 for me. i got the former since it outweighs the latter feature by feature.

[ACarEnthusiast]

CX5 or if on a budget try the outgoing Tucson.

[Walter]

For those who have an idea, kindly rank these vehicles based on ride comfort ... Also rate their ride comfort level (1 to 10) ... Thank you ...

2015 Ford Explorer 2.0 Ecoboost
2016 Honda CR-V 2.0 S
2018 Honda CR-V 2.0 S
2016 Subaru Forester 2.0 i-L base
2016 Subaru XV 2.0i base

[Wh1stl3r]

For those who have an idea, kindly rank these vehicles based on ride comfort ... Also rate their ride comfort level (1 to 10) ... Thank you ...

2015 Ford Explorer 2.0 Ecoboost
2016 Honda CR-V 2.0 S
2018 Honda CR-V 2.0 S
2016 Subaru Forester 2.0 i-L base
2016 Subaru XV 2.0i base

With the limited seat time I've had with the listed cars, only the Explorer seems like it can go toe to toe with the CR-V in terms of comfort. Seems to handle like a boat though.

I've only owned the 2 CR-V's and I can say comfort-wise they are fairly close, but the current gen handles a lot better while still being more comfortable. It also feels like the new platform is stiffer.

The only time the CR-V's feel a bit rough is on deep ruts off road when the suspension travel isn't enough. Then you'll feel the cabin pitch quite a bit. But the current gen probably places high on this list in terms of travel.

I'd give the last gen CR-V an 8 and the current gen a 9.