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In reply to the discussion: Why do people drive SUVs? [View all]LynneSin
(95,337 posts)Really?
The way you sound you make it like the only SUVs on the road are Hummers, Escalades and other massive gas guzzlers.
Really?
My parents have a Dodge Durango they have owned for over 10 years. For my stepfather who has debilitating back pains that Durango makes riding in a vehicle much more tolerable. They car gets about 20MPG, which isn't bad for an SUV and they take such good care of it I wouldn't be surprised if they have the car for another 10 years. Should I berate my parents for wanting a vehicle that he can ride in with comfort?
My best friend has a RAV4 which actually gets BETTER gas mileage than my Legacy. She has kids and they have stuff like large musical instruments and beach gear and what not. I guess I should berate her for wanting a vehicle that is comfortable for her family but isn't a minivan (she got tired of driving them after having a Caravan for over 10 years).
You really need to read up on SUVs before you go lumping them all into one category.