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Originally Posted by theg69
Toyota and Honda have much better reliability scores regardless of whether or not they are built in North America or in Japan, so if that is what you are after, I would stick with those brands.
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This isn't true anymore. The Fords score around the same in reliability as their Nissan and Toyota counterparts. Overall, the Fords are a lot more fun to drive and you tend to get better value.
OP, I'd look into a Subaru Outback. It's more wagony than SUV but there are some great deals in terms of financing on these right now. Also, the driving experience on the Outback is miles ahea of the SUVs you're talking about. The CRV, Rav 4, etc.. are going to feel like weighed down cars (which is what they are). The Outback has substantial punch.