Alternatives

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bicepeak

Discussion Starter · Apr 1, 2019

Since Toyota may never release something like the TJ Cruiser, I am looking at affordable alternatives. I am not interested in an off roader so a small crossover will work for me.

Here is the Hyundai Venue. It looks like it will have a squared off rear roof so cargo should be decent despite being smaller than the Kona.

https://www.carspiritpk.com/2019/04/01/hyundai-venue-cuv-leaked-ahead-of-debut/

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bicepeak

Discussion Starter · #2 · Apr 5, 2019

Another interesting alternative for me...

https://www.automobilemag.com/news/2020-2021-mazda-cx-30-crossover-suv-photos-specs-info/

Things I don't know yet but will be a factor for me....

What is the seats folded down cargo volume?

Will the back seat have good leg room?

Will the price be reasonable or will this be focusing on upscale luxury?

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NY-TJ

· #3 · Apr 10, 2019

Not a fan of Korean products but i'm willing to give this a shot.

Ford on the other hand has been on my radar. The 2020 Ford Escape if offered with some off-road trim might be what I go for.

Its not yet clear which direction Ford will go, some are saying sporty only

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Admin

· #4 · Apr 11, 2019

New Bronco!

https://www.autoguide.com/auto-news...ping-up-to-be-a-real-wrangler-competitor.html

Jeff M

bicepeak

Discussion Starter · #5 · Apr 14, 2019

TeeJayAdmin said:
New Bronco!

https://www.autoguide.com/auto-news...ping-up-to-be-a-real-wrangler-competitor.html

Jeff M

Here are some leaked photos of the Bronco...

https://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/2018/11/ford-very-interesting-vehicle-revealed/

bicepeak

Discussion Starter · #6 · Apr 14, 2019

NY-TJ said:
Not a fan of Korean products but i'm willing to give this a shot.

Ford on the other hand has been on my radar. The 2020 Ford Escape if offered with some off-road trim might be what I go for.

Its not yet clear which direction Ford will go, some are saying sporty only

Hey NY-TJ, how do post full size pictures like that on here?

bicepeak

Discussion Starter · #7 · Apr 23, 2019

bicepeak said:
Since Toyota may never release something like the TJ Cruiser, I am looking at affordable alternatives. I am not interested in an off roader so a small crossover will work for me.

Here is the Hyundai Venue. It looks like it will have a squared off rear roof so cargo should be decent despite being smaller than the Kona.

https://www.carspiritpk.com/2019/04/01/hyundai-venue-cuv-leaked-ahead-of-debut/

Reminds me a lot of my xB. Just wonder if it will be as reliable. This something I would like to see Toyota make.

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NY-TJ

· #8 · May 8, 2019

bicepeak said:
Hey NY-TJ, how do post full size pictures like that on here?

You have to right click over the uploaded image URL or thumbnail and select the "open image" option.
From there you grab that .jpg link and paste it in this code

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bicepeak

Discussion Starter · #9 · May 11, 2019

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NY-TJ

· #10 · May 27, 2019

This image from a Bronco event (dealers only) shows a smaller Bronco in the foreground. Could that be the Bronco alternative we're getting?

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bicepeak

Discussion Starter · #11 · May 28, 2019

NY-TJ said:
This image from a Bronco event (dealers only) shows a smaller Bronco in the foreground. Could that be the Bronco alternative we're getting?

I am not seeing a smaller version. The one in the center is a side view of the one to the left. All the shadowing under the vehicle in the middle picture may be making it look smaller?

bicepeak

Discussion Starter · #12 · May 28, 2019

bicepeak said:
I am not seeing a smaller version. The one in the center is a side view of the one to the left. All the shadowing under the vehicle in the middle picture may be making it look smaller?

Here is an article you might like....

https://www.motortrend.com/news/202...ed-know/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=tumblr

NY-TJ

· #13 · Jun 6, 2019

The smaller is what actually looks like a real vehicle. Behind it is a shadow of the bigger version.
FYI... I don't think the smaller version will appear as big as it is here.

tjchris

· #14 · Aug 17, 2020

www.carscoops.com

Mazda-Toyota Plant In Alabama Costing $830 Million More Than Originally Announced | Carscoops

The plant will build two new SUVs for Mazda and Toyota starting in 2021

www.carscoops.com

Mazda-Toyota Plant in Alabama,
"Rumor has it the Toyota is a production version of the FT-4X Concept ..."

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bicepeak

Discussion Starter · #15 · Aug 17, 2020

tjchris said:
Mazda-Toyota Plant In Alabama Costing $830 Million More Than Originally Announced | Carscoops

The plant will build two new SUVs for Mazda and Toyota starting in 2021

www.carscoops.com

Mazda-Toyota Plant in Alabama,
"Rumor has it the Toyota is a production version of the FT-4X Concept ..."

Hey, great to see someone post here again!
I would love that rumor to be true, but I don't think that will happen. My bet is it will be Corolla Cross built there.
Anyway, it will be interesting to see what it turns out to be.

tjchris

· #16 · Aug 17, 2020

I'm holding out hope for Toyota to build a small squarish suv. I need to replace my xb for the next road trip to see the country. Thank you for all your postings.

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bicepeak

Discussion Starter · #17 · Aug 17, 2020

tjchris said:
I'm holding out hope for Toyota to build a small squarish suv. I need to replace my xb for the next road trip to see the country. Thank you for all your postings.

I agree, I loved the squareness of my 2004 xB. I could pack so much stuff in there.

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