darkroomdevil
Currently have a Honda Element and Pilot, both 2003. The Element is our occasional backup car, the Pilot our regular go to car. Wife no longer drive and has a bad back so comfort is key. The Pilot seats are a little hardand the transmission is just starting to go (could go alot more miles ...) so now is a good time to replace the Pilot. We are finding ourselves not going on longer trips because we don't want to hurt when we get there. We are looking for the following ...
- Most comfortable seats in front
- Reliable, don't have time or patience for repairs
- Smooth ride, so as to be easy on the back
- I am a photographer, I occasionally carry an eight foot ladder, lights and stands along with bags
- 3rd row seat is preferable but not required
- Dog friendly, needs to be comfortable but tough enough for the dog
- Nuetral / sitting height for getting in and out of (easy on wifes back)
- Budget is 20 to 30K, OK to to find the best fit and dial back the years and up the miles until within budget :)
Would not want anything bigger than the Pilot - although I love the space in it car wise it is almost more size than I like. I owned a Honda Odyssey wagon before they changed the styling to aa minivan and loved it!
I sat in all current Honda's and the seats feel the same as my Pilot so that is out - even though I have been a Honda fan. Seat comfort is a tricky thing, I can sit in a car three times and my first impression each time can be a little different. So in that regard I am taking this slow and carful. :)
Cars that could fit the bill that I have checked out - I only looked at the trim levels with the best seats ...
- Toyota Highlander, love the size inside and visibility
- Acura MDX
- Infinity JX35
- Nissan Pathfinder (Back seats are too low for tall people - knees in chest, all else good)
- Nissan Murano (No 3rd row back back seats are normal)
- Ford Flex (Love the space, not sure about the seats)
Thanks in advance!
Roger
Priorities: Front seat support & comfort / Reliability & durability / Cargo capacity
Preferred Bodystyle(s): Wagon / SUV
Car Needs: Daily commuter / Family transporter / Errands about town / Long trips / Client-facing
Need minimum of 5 seats
Will consider both new and used cars
Maximum mileage: 75000
Maximum age: 6 years
Maximum price: US $ 30000
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