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I don't know why but I see the newer Durango's fitting your requirements.
With our one kid and multiple dogs, I had a 2 door VW GTI when my daughter was born. It was just about right, but needed four doors. I then went to a VW Jetta Sportwagen with the 2.5, and loved the expansive cargo room and the way it drove. But I got bored with the non-turbo in it as it didn't have enough "oomph" to satisfy me.
Currently, I have a 2014 Jetta sedan with the 1.8 turbo with an APR tune on it. This hits all the right spots for me right now. It was cheap to buy with the manual. The trunk is HUGE. A cheap rear sway bar really helped the handling but didn't sacrifice ride quality. I get over 30mpg in mixed driving, and have gotten over 40mpg on the highway. A tune can be had with 87 or 93 octane if you want more power, or there are plug in devices as well to add more fuel and boost. The GLI is of course a little more powerful and a little more sporty, but I couldn't justify the extra expense of the GLI versus what I could do to tweak the car on my own.
If I needed more space for kid stuff again, I'd absolutely go with the VW Golf Sportwagen. They have the 1.8 turbo and are also available in AWD. If you can get past the "it's a station wagon mentality", you'll find they handle better than any SUV and are typically more fun to drive. Big panoramic roof, CarPlay, Android Auto, and plenty of safety features. Definitely check out a few of the VW offerings while you are there.
I don't know why but I see the newer Durango's fitting your requirements.
OP - You should decide first if she wants an SUV or a car. Then decide what "fun" is. Does she want something fast so she can race everything, or, use it when she needs the power?
Most of my friends have have 1-2 or more kids all wish they had SUV's. By the time you get two adults, two kids and ever try a road trip, a car, albeit even a 4 door, won't cut it comfortably. Think about this when you go grocery shopping and you bring the kids with you. Space will be limited and tight.
i dont want to like it.
but.
im confused.
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/689307770/overview/
Polestar T6...345 HP...13.0 1/4's (in the S60, so the V60 isn't far behind)
yeah c & d was 13.4 for the V60 for the 1/4
white works for it too.
this looks comfy.
um. ready for the yaj yak wildcard?
i know it isn't a 16, and i know it's not new, but certified used have great warranty, and i think you can find certified ones of these for around your price range.
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/689912793/overview/
Escape =\= fun
My vote is for an EcoBoost Flex (albeit the mileage isn't great) or a Volvo like [MENTION=19]Yaj Yak[/MENTION] posted. That Volvo is quick...like low 13 1/4's quick. Interior is fucking fantastic, dead nuts reliable, great warranty, even on non-CPO, and from my experience a great dealer network.
As much as I love my Focus... it sucks trying to get my 2 boys in and out of their car seats.did you guys read rule #1?
Focus ST.
fits all requirements.
Used Jeep SRT8?
Wasn't there an MPG requirement? That would take an SRT8 Jeep off this list in a hurry...
Wasn't there an MPG requirement? That would take an SRT8 Jeep off this list in a hurry...
I say we take them to the strip this summer! I'll even leave the extra weight of car seats in my Explorer!!
I'd be down.
I'll have to take some weight out, though.
Is your wifes sport tuned?
If so, forget about it!
Oh, is that you turning into the parking lot near Dunkin Donuts most days?
Her Explorer is stock...no tune. Only "mod" is tinted front windows...lol. She says no to a tune, I'm waiting for the warranty to be done and I'm loading one on anyways though.
And that is me turning into DD. Large coffee...black, at least 3 days a week, lol!
Escape is the best option by far...