View Poll Results: which 3 row suv would you guys buy?..why?..which trumps them all?
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 61. You may not vote on this poll
gl vs 2007 bmw-x5 vs gx470 vs buick enclave vs '07 mdx vs q7 vs lr3
Junior Member
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 64
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From: Walnut Creek, CA
2022 GLE 350; 2016 BMW 428i gran coupe; 2014 Audi Q5 tdi
I purchased the GL 450 because it is the right combination of size, styling and power for my family. I prefer the more traditional look compared to the Acura and Audi. I looked seriously at the lexus GX but did not like how the back door opened or how the 3rd row seats were designed.
So far I have had no problems with my GL450. I am happy with my decision.
So far I have had no problems with my GL450. I am happy with my decision.
Newbie
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 11
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From: Cincinnati, USA
2007 GL450
The GL already smokes 'em all in acceleration.
What are you hoping a bigger GL engine will do with respect to a LX470?
You must not read Car and Driver.
I'm selling a GX470 to buy the GL450. The GX was faster than my old LX. That's why I bought it.
The GL450 is the best high-cargo-capacity SUV I could find to buy. I put my money where my mouth is and expect delivery of my personalized GL in the next week or two.
Last edited by W8MM; Oct 17, 2006 at 08:58 PM.
Out Of Control!!
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 18,414
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From: West Michigan
2007 E63
You're waiting for a bigger engine????
The GL already smokes 'em all in acceleration.
What are you hoping a bigger GL engine will do with respect to a LX470?
You must not read Car and Driver.
I'm selling a GX470 to buy the GL450. The GX was faster than my old LX. That's why I bought it.
The GL450 is the best high-cargo-capacity SUV I could find to buy. I put my money where my mouth is and expect delivery of my personalized GL in the next week or two.
The GL already smokes 'em all in acceleration.
What are you hoping a bigger GL engine will do with respect to a LX470?
You must not read Car and Driver.
I'm selling a GX470 to buy the GL450. The GX was faster than my old LX. That's why I bought it.
The GL450 is the best high-cargo-capacity SUV I could find to buy. I put my money where my mouth is and expect delivery of my personalized GL in the next week or two.
I like the interior of the GL and the power of it a lot.....but for now the somewhat better reliability of the LX seems more appealing.
Maybe when the GL420 CDI comes over here!!
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 2,146
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From: L.A., CA
'08 M5, '10 Land Cruiser
GL or LR3 would be my 7-seater choice. Prefer GL styling but LR3 is unstoppable off-road and that's important to me when buying an SUV. Heard the GL is fairly good though, better tahn the ML apparently.
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MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 2,116
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From: NY/NJ
2012 W212 E350 Bluetec
Was the LX a choice? I think the Land Cruiser/LX is/was one of the best-looking SUVs of the last decade. That design has aged really well. They still look good today, whether on Park Avenue or in Vermont. Look forward to the next one and the new X5 (has anyone driven one yet?).
Super Member
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 782
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From: Buffalo NY
3 Porsche rotation
I voted for GX470 because I own one It is inexpensive, decent 3rd row seating for children, and I can take it to Walmart without worrying about it. And it is perfect as a third vehicle. But if this is my only vehicle than I would probably go with GL450.
John
It is inexpensive, decent 3rd row seating for children, and I can take it to Walmart without worrying about it. And it is perfect as a third vehicle. But if this is my only vehicle than I would probably go with GL450.John
Senior Member
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 352
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From: fl
1992 500E, 2006 E500, 2007 GL 450
Facing same decision. Likely trade in my 2003 X5 this year. Would like to buy MB (better dealer and service dept) but will wait for the 5.5 liter which seems to be offered everywhere but the US. If I have to pull trigger before then, I'll likely go X5 again.
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Joined: Oct 2006
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2001 VW Jetta GLX VR6
Range Rover Sport?
I see that the R.R. Sport is not on the list as it has a starting MSRP around the GL. I would go with the Sport just because it has a fresh look that always turns my head in traffic!
