Not sure Xactly which SUV will be our next??? Your thoughts?

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If you don't need a "big SUV" then that pretty much rules out the Audi Q7 and the MB-GL. If SUV gas mileage is important my first choice would be the X5 diesel (good mpg, good looks and good resale). Though considering size and weight, my 2012 35i is not so bad as far as mpg is concerned. I have been trying to pay attention to mpg in the last week or so and I get about 15 - 16 in city and 20 - 22 mpg on the highway. Not great but not nearly as bad as a 4.8 V8. Personally I would take a Q5 over the X3. The X3 probably handles better but like you I couldn't see myself driving an X3. But Audi maintenance is not cheap and I'm not sure about the costs of leasing a Q5 vs X3. If you are considering sedans, why not check out the newly introduced 2012 Audi A6 Quattro sedan ... really stunning inside and out IMHO. My 2006 A6 has been problem free so far with 54K miles.