Hi guys, i really cannot decide which unit to get. Net of discounts, the explorer is 45k more expensive than the cx9.

Can you please share me your thoughts? This has been on my mind practically for over 2 weeks.

PRO EXPLORER:
1. Roomy Cabin, even roomier cargo
2. Powerfolding 3rd row
3. Panoramic Sunroof, Apple carplay
4. Rugged yet very elegant look
5. Looks like a Range Rover
6. Really have a commanding presence on the road (like it can hold its own say beside a Land Cruiser in the parking lot.)
7. growing up especially in high school and college, it seems like the explorer has been my personal benchmark of success, and told myself that if i had the money, i too would own one.
8. probably one of the top 5 cars my clients use. (within the landcruisers, bmw 320s, benzes parked infront of my store)

PRO CX9
1. Sleek, stylish and "newer" than explorer
2. Really premium look and feel interior
3. Reviews say cx9 get better gas mileage
4. Fancy Heads Up Display and center console
5. more exotic on the road
6. YOJIN 3 yr free maintenance
7. All wheel drive

Profile about me:

i'm a 32 year old fashion designer and college professor in benilde. I need a big cargo because during weddings and trade fairs, as i bring numerous gowns and mannequins, plus two assistants and a driver with me. (on the marketing side, i need a premium car as branding for my clients too, especially when they say i charge expensively lol)


I really cannot decide. please help! I'm terrified over the possibility of "i shouldve chosen the one over the other"

your opinions will be greatly appreciated. thank you!!!