We are looking to purchase a new three row luxury SUV in the near future and currently are leaning towards a new QX60. We have demoed the new MDX, QX60 Hybrid, and MB GL class each for a few days. I personally had been strongly leaning towards the MB and even though it is a superb SUV and superior to the others in most ways, my wife and I agree that it is not worth spending $25k more for it for our needs. For those wondering, the MDX was a disappointment in the infotainment dept, with the dual screen setup being something not thought out as well as I had hoped. Though it handled much better than the QX, we found the ride to be too bumpy with suspension noises on rough bumpy roads.
I have been lurking on this forum and the JX forum and for the most part members seem to be happy with this vehicle. My main concerns are the CVT (not a fan in general) and the fact that I feel it is a bit underpowered. Sure we are not buying this to race from stoplight to stoplight, but having say an extra 50hp would be nice when needed on the highway. Another concern is the mpg of the hybrid. It seems like most people are not happy with the returns as they are nowhere close to the EPA figures. Anyone know if we can expect changes on the 2015 model, with perhaps them throwing the 3.7 in the QX or making the Hybrid more like the ones from Toyota/Lexus allowing for more all electric mode? Also, when do the new model years come out? Aug? Sept? Oct? Any insight is appreciated as I'm thinking of holding off for the 2015 if changes will be coming, even something as simple as DRLs, LED interior lights, or having the home link/overhead console buttons lighted from the factory. Thanks in advance!
I have been lurking on this forum and the JX forum and for the most part members seem to be happy with this vehicle. My main concerns are the CVT (not a fan in general) and the fact that I feel it is a bit underpowered. Sure we are not buying this to race from stoplight to stoplight, but having say an extra 50hp would be nice when needed on the highway. Another concern is the mpg of the hybrid. It seems like most people are not happy with the returns as they are nowhere close to the EPA figures. Anyone know if we can expect changes on the 2015 model, with perhaps them throwing the 3.7 in the QX or making the Hybrid more like the ones from Toyota/Lexus allowing for more all electric mode? Also, when do the new model years come out? Aug? Sept? Oct? Any insight is appreciated as I'm thinking of holding off for the 2015 if changes will be coming, even something as simple as DRLs, LED interior lights, or having the home link/overhead console buttons lighted from the factory. Thanks in advance!