What would you look for in a luxury SUV?

[mbt]

If you were going to buy a new luxury SUV (>2.0 million), what are the factors about the vehicle that would be most important to you and would have large influences on your purchase decision?

thanks!

[kimpOy]

hi marvs long time no see ah...

1. Space - at least 7 seater and can hold a cargo for 2 families
2. Comfort - a 4/5 hour drive should be easy
3. High Tech - GPS/DVD/Variable or Adjustable Height chuvaness ek ek
4. Grunt - no SUV over 2M be underpowered

that being said a perfect candidate would be a

TOYOTA LANDCRUISER 100 and LANDROVER RANGE ROVER ( if you want it to push it to another level)

[the_wildthing]

GPS Nav, with maps for Philippine roads.

DVD Entertainment.

Mild off-road capability.

[empy]

hmm...parang dinaanan ko yata ito ah. eto real-life experience ko:

Price - not very important, as long as it stays within a range
Power - extremely important. an SUV is a compromise for me because i'm a sportscar guy who also has a family and home that necessitates hauling big stuff/lotsa people. my SUV needs to go fast
Handling/Driving Dynamics - extremely important. see Power above
Cargo Capacity - very important, although 3rd row seat is not a must
Aesthetics - important. car must look good to make up for the driver's not-so-good looks :D
Luxury Features - important. an SUV in this price range must coddle you like the best luxury car would.
Fuel Economy - somewhat important, but is sacrificed because of the most important categories
Offroad Capability - not important. i need an SUV for cargo and hauling capability, not to go offroad
Brand Name - not important. in fact, if i can get a better SUV for less money because its badge is less prestigious, then so much the better

other factors considered - must fit in my garage. must be drivable by a 5'3" woman who gets nervous easily. must have storage space for a purse (yes, just shoot me now). abundance of high-tech features/gadgets to keep your mind at play and distract you from the road, hehe

Finalists for me were the Infiniti FX45, VW Touareg and BMW X5. the Egg won.

[MXFX]

generous seating dimensions, (better than usual) leather interior, less or no plastics, low road noise, nice set of wheels

power features, memory settings, adjustable pedals

active and passive safety features, perhaps the latest available

tech goodies - nav, dvd, rear camera, bluetooth, etc.

in short, as much features as possible

[1D4LV]

since its a luxury suv, i guess i can only buy that if i'm rich and i am a VIP.
so my primary consideration are:

a. space;
b. bullet proof protection.

[mrpink]

pag 2M up yung price .. kelangan maiksi yung palda nung ***y na sales lady na nagbebenta sa akin ..

minimum:
1. leather interior
2. entertainment center
3. low noise
4. separate climate control for the rear
5. nice bright lights in the dash

[Bogeyman]

- 'Manageable' exterior dimensions, unprecedented interior space (think an SUV version of the Mini)

- Durable engine with huge amounts of torque for going up steep roads (especially since I live in the mountains), with respectable fuel mileage

- Off-road capability

- Superior ride height and ground clearance

- Superlative creature comforts and active/passive safety mechanisms

- One fine entertainment system

- Advanced technological array, such as: satellite communication; GPS navigation; 24-hour link to vehicle-related, miscellaneous and emergency services (much like OnStar); on-board self-diagnostics; intelligent telematics system that will wirelessly communicate vehicle data direct to the manufacturer's distributor network, to tailor-fit maintenance schedules and future upgrades.

[cta2]

For that price... an SUV that does not ride,sound like an SUV It should at LEAST be at par in terms of ride and insulation of a Camry

[Macky]

Pulos safety yung nasa isip ko ngayon e.......

Intelligent Cruise Control
Head and side curtain airbags
Universal remote transmitter
Memory Seats
Xenon headlamps
Automatic Climate Controls
Tire pressure monitor


Pede ding may bluetooth wireless data link para sa hands-free phone

[oldblue]

* password combination sa driver side door ... para kahit makalimutan mo susi sa loob, you wont have to force it open ... sayang.

* lights sa ilalim ng 2 sidemirrors. just in case you park the SUV sa madilim na places. it will illuminate your steps after clicking the keyless entry.

* security chip sa main key (not the keyless device), para kahit ma-duplicate, hindi pa din nila mapapatakbo yun SUV.

* aircon vent sa foot/shoes ng back passengers.

* and lots and lots of cup holders hehehe

* ano pa ba? one button automated seat adjuster, both reclining and forward/backward.

* and all the usual stuff na accessible na sa steering wheel: cruise control, climate control, car stereo controls like volume, tuner.

* automated sunroof.

these are some of the amenities included in the current model of Ford Explorer 4x4 EB. hope this helps ...

[ryan]

What I can think of right now are...

- Powerful engine, V6 or V8
- Comfortable ride
- Excellent sound system
- Bi-xenon headlights
- Large panoramic sunroof
- Power seats w/ memory
- Leather seats
- Powered tailgate
- Park sensors
- Steering wheel shifters
- Auto climate control

Among the luxury SUVs in the market, I like the new M-class the most right now but I'm also curious how the Audi Q7 will be when its released.

[kiper]

Luxury SUV considering nasa pinas..

Okay na ung Explorer or Trailblazer.. Luxurious enough..

Malakas na engine.. masmatipid sa exped.. madali lang drive..

Maluwag sa loob.. leather seats.. complete electo-gadgets..

4wd? Lagyan na lang ng bling-bling..

[nugundam93]

something that transforms into like optimus prime. joke!

nasabi na lahat eh. :D

[mbt]

yay! salamat sa inyong lahat hehe.

question: if you're buying a luxury car or SUV, would looks and styling be important? or prestige/status? would those be more important than features and specs?

and if youre buying a luxury vehicle, which is more important to you: exterior styling or interior design and comfort?

[kimpOy]

ditching the old noodles and tofo minivan eh marvs...


Looks and styling is important to me also the feature and specs...yung prestige/status/ not that bigger deal...

[niky]

I wouldn't be buying an SUV for practicality... if I wanted the ultimate in gas-guzzling executive comfort, I'd be getting an E150 (there's nothing like having captain's chairs in the back... absolutely NOTHING like it!).

If i were going for a premium SUV, I'd be looking at riding comfort, handling and durability. The rest can all go hang. I'll take an X5 diesel please. (still a boy racer at heart).

[RedHorse]

adjustable headlights

aux driving lights

fog lights

headlight wiper, not just a spray washer

[oldblue]

yay! salamat sa inyong lahat hehe.

question: if you're buying a luxury car or SUV, would looks and styling be important? or prestige/status? would those be more important than features and specs?

and if youre buying a luxury vehicle, which is more important to you: exterior styling or interior design and comfort?

what i really want in a luxury suv is a built in computer

* to surf information wirelessly,
* play mp3's, mp4 compressed video
* play photo slide shows (para sa mga reunions hehehe)
* a multi-card reader device, and
* at least 4 usb connectors .

the wireless receiver antenna should be interference free.

since uso na naman sa states ngaun yun mga HU panels na may widescreen for DVD, why not incorporate a software onto it. and it must be touchscreen.

the software should be very simple and intuitive like for example the ipod. wala ng control panel, start programs or ms office or anything.

and of course wireless transfer of media files in between cars in the parking lot will be a Plus!

[aceshark]

SUV na gusto ko yung tipong Barako na talaga. yung pwede kong kabitan sa harap ng sign na "HOY, TABI DYAN!" hehe.