Car vs. SUV

firewife9278

I'm buying a new car this week or next week, which is a shock, but my current vehicle needs a lot of work and I'm ready for change.

I currently drive a Jeep. I'm going to be purchasing a 200.

Has anyone previously driven an SUV and gone to a car? I'm in LOVE with the car, but I am worried about not being able to get used to the height difference and visibility change! What do you think?

cutter21

I went from driving an F250 to a Malibu. I was really worried about the change in size, etc but I love, love, love my car! It did take some time to get used to the visibility change, but it wasn't too bad. I think you'd be fine to go from a jeep to a 200!

jesss10

after driving an SUV i could never switch to a car.
every once in awhile i have to drive my husbands car though and it's not horrible. I think if you LOVE the car you would get used to it. the gas mileage will help you get over it if you don't though. ;-)

UrbanWife

I'm not much help because I just went from a car to a Jeep. I say to DH all the time I don't know how we ever lived without an SUV. We've used it several times already for things we could never pick up/haul with a car. If your DH has and SUV/Truck of some sort this probably makes no difference to you.

Gas however, you'll be very happy with a car! I'm sure you'll get used to the change, it was an adjustment having to climb into such a higher vehicle for me but after a few weeks it felt normal.

MrsLokiAngel

I made that switch, I drove an SUV in HS/College then got my car. I hated it, it's too small, not enough space, etc. I feel awkward having people ride with me, etc. Don't get me wrong, I love my car, but I wish it was an SUV.

mumegs

I used to only drive SUVs and never thought I would get used to driving a car, but I got a Mazda 6 about 5 years ago and I LOVE driving cars now! I feel like it handles so much better, and I like being smaller and closer to the road. It's funny DH and I are getting a new car soon and we want to get some sort of CUV/SUV for when we go camping, I don't know how I will feel going back to a bigger vehicle. Now when I drive my dad's truck or mom's SUV I feel like I am huge and taking up the whole road.

firewife9278

UrbanWife:

I'm not much help because I just went from a car to a Jeep. I say to DH all the time I don't know how we ever lived without an SUV. We've used it several times already for things we could never pick up/haul with a car. If your DH has and SUV/Truck of some sort this probably makes no difference to you.

Gas however, you'll be very happy with a car! I'm sure you'll get used to the change, it was an adjustment having to climb into such a higher vehicle for me but after a few weeks it felt normal.

I'm mostly choosing a car because of the gas mileage! DH drives a PT Cruiser (so very small car), but my parents have 3 SUV's at home that we can use when/if we need a larger vehicle for something.

I test drove the 200 on Monday. I really do like it. I have always driven Jeeps so that's my only hesitation.

I was not expecting to buy a car yet! DH's car will be paid off in December (and mine was paid off 4 years ago) so we were hoping to go at least a year without a payment, but as many of you probably saw on FB this weekend, the Jeep is dying a slow and painful death!

Basebalbride

I always had a SUV and then i went to a CTS and now my Fusion. I do miss my SUV, but honestly I love my fusion so much. It gets the job done and I save so much in gas -even from having the CTS. My next car will most likely be a SUV-but if there are not any good deals for them and I like a certain car I wouldn't be totally upset about getting another car

UrbanWife

firewife9278:

UrbanWife:

I'm not much help because I just went from a car to a Jeep. I say to DH all the time I don't know how we ever lived without an SUV. We've used it several times already for things we could never pick up/haul with a car. If your DH has and SUV/Truck of some sort this probably makes no difference to you.

Gas however, you'll be very happy with a car! I'm sure you'll get used to the change, it was an adjustment having to climb into such a higher vehicle for me but after a few weeks it felt normal.

I'm mostly choosing a car because of the gas mileage! DH drives a PT Cruiser (so very small car), but my parents have 3 SUV's at home that we can use when/if we need a larger vehicle for something.

I test drove the 200 on Monday. I really do like it. I have always driven Jeeps so that's my only hesitation.

I was not expecting to buy a car yet! DH's car will be paid off in December (and mine was paid off 4 years ago) so we were hoping to go at least a year without a payment, but as many of you probably saw on FB this weekend, the Jeep is dying a slow and painful death!

Then you'll love it! It's huge sticker shock for me every time I get gas still. Not only are gas prices sky high but the tank is much bigger also. You'll be sticker shocked in a good way probably! I love the 200's! Good choice!

whrldtravlr

I just went through this two weeks ago. I traded in my Wrangler for a family friendly cross-over. It took a LOT of car shopping and test driving to find something I felt comfortable with as far as power delivery (coming from driving a straight-6 to driving a 4-cyl), didn't feel too low to the ground and was (for my taste) somewhat sporty enough. I have to say... #1- the enormous savings in gas mileage are AMAZING! I am looking at saving ~$50-$70/month. I cannot believe it is making this big a difference. #2- the ride is a lot smoother and more comfortable for sure. Probably a bigger advantage for my passengers than for me, but still....

Don't get me wrong, I still get teary-eyed thinking about the Jeep I had to sacrifice but in the end, it was definitely the right decision.

kristinandbill

About two years ago I went from a Grand Cherokee to a Sebring and I miss having an SUV.  Unfortunately I bought the Sebring so I'm going to try to ride it out for a while but....ugh!  When the opportunity for a new car presents itself, I'll be looking at a SUV or Crossover for sure!

HiggyFan42

I am doing the same thing!  I have a Jeep Commander and am going to sign the paperwork for a Ford Fusion on Friday.  I'm nervous but excited at the same time.

FYI- I'm not sure if you are leasing or buying the 200 but a convertible car seat won't fit in the back of a 200 rear facing.  I know you don't need it right now, but you will! 

firewife9278

HiggyFan42:

I am doing the same thing!  I have a Jeep Commander and am going to sign the paperwork for a Ford Fusion on Friday.  I'm nervous but excited at the same time.

FYI- I'm not sure if you are leasing or buying the 200 but a convertible car seat won't fit in the back of a 200 rear facing.  I know you don't need it right now, but you will! 

The backseat is larger than the backseat in my Liberty! And it comes with child seat hookups I'm not worried!

daisygirl17

I went from SUV to car and am loving it I have a Ford Focus now and it's way roomier than I expected! I LOVE the lower gas mileage, and maneuverability....it's so much easier to park in small parking spots now! I thought it would take me a lot of time to adjust to the height difference, but it didn't at all...I was used to it in like 2 days Now when I go in DH's jeep it feels HUGE!