11-10-2006, 03:04 PM
Of those three I'd have to say you'd probably be the most happy with the CX-7. It's the sportiest of the three and probably has the best interior (I haven't gotten a good look at the Edge though). Where can your gf get an AWD CX-7 for $23k though? The AWD model starts at around $26-27k. If she can get it for $23k that's a no-brainer.
The only caveat is that Mazda has had a less than stellar record of late with their performance engines.
You might also wanna check out the Forester XT. It's fast, has some aftermarket support from JDM land, proven engine, proven AWD, and is reasonably priced.
If you go down the ladder further you might as well have her check out the CR-V and RAV4 (certified used and new).
The only caveat is that Mazda has had a less than stellar record of late with their performance engines.
You might also wanna check out the Forester XT. It's fast, has some aftermarket support from JDM land, proven engine, proven AWD, and is reasonably priced.
If you go down the ladder further you might as well have her check out the CR-V and RAV4 (certified used and new).
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