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08-29-2014, 12:44 PM | #1 |
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2015 Jeep SRT8
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I am looking at trading my car in for a new 2015 Jeep SRT8. They have insane deals this weekend and since Dodge just gained exclusive rights to SRT, this may be one of the last model years of the Jeep SRT. It's got around 500hp, 15 combined MPG, and all the modern day options a guy could want. I am coming from a F10 535 though so am wondering if I would miss the German engineering and aesthetics. Any input would be greatly appreciated! |
08-29-2014, 01:02 PM | #2 |
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Not really a huge fan of the car, i liked the old ones more. But its a really nice car, and if you are looking for a jeep size vehicle its a good pick.
Although they are not really has fast as you would think. If you like it, go for it. |
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08-29-2014, 01:39 PM | #3 |
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The Jeep SRT8 is a bad ass vehicle but for a $65K SUV I would rather spend 9K more and buy a Porsche Cayenne S. Or spend $3K less and get the Porsche Cayenne Diesel. Or I would seriously wait for the new Volvo XC90 to launch in four days and see what it's pricing is going to be. Just my input.
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** you know what...I take that back. The Cayenne S isn't underpowered. I'm an idiot. With a bunch of options it's probably out of my price range. |
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08-29-2014, 02:08 PM | #5 |
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I had one of the first Gen ones and loved it. The second gen leaves me cold though. Its put on a lot of weight, the price has gone up by 50%, and its really not impressive any more. Does the 2015 at least have the 8 speed finally, or still the antiquated Mercedes 5 speed? For what it costs, I'd rather have an X5 or Range Rover Sport.
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Had an X5M too. Best vehicle I ever owned, besides the TPMS system that was constantly acting up. Couldn't keep it. Got too expensive to feed. God do I miss her.
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I would rather get something like a X5 or X6. M model if you can swing it. |
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08-29-2014, 10:28 PM | #13 |
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We have a 2014 Overland Hemi and it's an awesome vehicle. I could not justify the additional $20k for the SRT but I do think they're cool cars. In all honesty, let sports cars be sports cars and let SUVs be SUVs. Get yourself a nice Overland and an S2000 or alike for fun.
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Since you asked...
You are going from a German sports sedan made by one of the top tier sport sedan makers in the world to a sport utility vehicle with a hopped up suspension and engine with all the driving dynamics of a chassis originally designed for off road use made by one of the top tier off-road vehicle manufacturers. What do you think? |
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I thought the Jeep was essentially an ML class? Having said that, I'm starting to like the X5M. You can pick up a used one for a great deal these days and it's quick enough. 0-60 in less than 4.5 seconds fast. Only problem is that it gets 14 mpg and the tires wear out every 20K miles due to the rear camber.
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Not sure how the BMW SUV's do on off-road terrain, but I remember watching a Top gear where the X6 (I think) was essentially useless going up a moderately muddy patch of land.
My father in law has a Hemi-Overland. I'd rock that thing in a heartbeat if MPG wasn't a concern. In fact, I'd probably take it over the SRT and spend the 4-5k to drop a blower on it. |
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Welp,
After careful consideration I have decided to go for it. I got a great deal and I'm not looking back. I love what I've seen/experienced so far from the SRT in the two days of ownership. I'll be back to BMW when the G30 M5 comes out. Thanks for the feedback guys! Until then! |
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Gorgeous! I LOVE the color combo. I wish I could have that interior color on ours! Enjoy it!
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