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- 2021 CX-9 Sig
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That is very interesting! I considered the Highlander for the reliability, even though I was not crazy about the exterior. What really killed my enthusiasm, was the fact that the upper two trims have wheel covers instead of real wheels... I agree that the Sorento was better than expected, and I also like (and looked at) the MDX, but hate the two screens and the price tag to get the features I want. I think the RDX looks hideous. I had the same thought about getting a Signature CX-5, but when sitting in one, it seemed a bit cramped.
The only other car that I really liked besides the CX-9 was a used AWD MDX. You can get a 2016 model for ~30-34K. Most in that price range have roughly 16-50K miles on them but they will still be solid. I liked the way the MDX drives. I think it handles as well as the CX-9 and I love the center console and storage but the 3rd row seats are even smaller than the CX-9. My 17 year old son could fit in the 3rd row CX-9 but not in the MDX when I was in the 2nd row. The MDX did not feel much faster than the CX-9 and I absolutely hated the infotainment system and the push button transmission. Makes no sense, but I found the 9-speed on the MDX to be more CVT like than I would have thought and kinda clunky at times. Very similar to the Odyssey in that way. But overall, a great car and one that could be had (granted used) for a great price. Nothing else really compared honestly.