Bought a new car.

[kd]

First new car since 2009! 

I said I'd likely buy used again after having great luck with the last several we bought, but the used market has changed significantly since last shopping for a truck back in 2019. Besides, my wrenching days are over and I'm just looking for something frugal, comfortable, and reliable to drive off into the sunset.
 
We got a good head start on test drives when we were helping friends shop for their new vehicles starting last fall.  He wanted an SUV and ended up with a Benz GLC-300.  She initially started shopping for a sports sedan but ended up with a Volvo V60 wagon. My wife was pretty smitten with the V60 and was settled on that but I convinced her to try some other alternatives before making the ultimate decision.
   
Anyway, we pick up the new wheels on Monday, so in the meantime I figured I'd let the gallery try to figure out what we got.

[RRocket]

First new car since 2009! 

I said I'd likely buy used again after having great luck with the last several we bought, but the used market has changed significantly since last shopping for a truck back in 2019. Besides, my wrenching days are over and I'm just looking for something frugal, comfortable, and reliable to drive off into the sunset.
 
We got a good head start on test drives when we were helping friends shop for their new vehicles starting last fall.  He wanted an SUV and ended up with a Benz GLC-300.  She initially started shopping for a sports sedan but ended up with a Volvo V60 wagon. My wife was pretty smitten with the V60 and was settled on that but I convinced her to try some other alternatives before making the ultimate decision.
   
Anyway, we pick up the new wheels on Monday, so in the meantime I figured I'd let the gallery try to figure out what we got.

Lexus?

[Firm]

V60 Wagon, in my experience, it's rare that a wife is going to change her mind once she's settled on something.

[Bridgecity]

RDX or NX.

Good to see you posting KD.

[Blueprint]

Mmmm... The "frugal" part has me thinkin' hybrids. Could be as easy as a loaded Civic Hybrid, but then a Lexus UX or NX is not a lot more coin depending on options. But with KD being a midsize sedan guy, maybe a new Camry? The V60 is a mild hybrid IIRC, so not that frugal in the end (and requires premium gas).

[Johnnymac]

I'm going to go completely off script with my guesses. 

Wife really like the Volvo wagon so I am guessing the new Subaru Outback, quite luxurious inside, good powertrain, a wife approved style, and reliable.

For KD I am going to say the new Honda Accord Hybrid.  Again, luxurious inside, good to drive, comfy, reliable, frugal. 

[Seafoam]

Crosstrek Hybrid

[Gurgie]

Geez, at least Johnny gave us some good hints, this is like playing darts with the lights out!

Lexus NX?

[roadpanther]

Maybe Audi A4 Allroad or  Subaru Outback if you went more practical but my bet is still on something like the V60 or close to it.

[kd]

Crown Signia.    The one car nobody seems to know anything about!  It was the sleeper that I saved until the end for test driving.  Wife had no idea and had a scowl when I pulled in to the Toyota dealership.  She liked the look instantly though, both inside and out.  Ours is Storm Cloud with tan interior. 

Just picked it up a couple of hours ago and wife took it for a good drive while i checked out the sound system.  Wanted something good on fuel and we both liked it better than the V60.  I'll give some updates once I get some wheel time. Initial feel though is that it is a definite downgrade in quality and comfort from the GS-350, but so was everything else we tried, including the new RX-350.   

Runners up were the V60 wagon and the RDX.  Fuel economy was the real decider for the Signia.  Besides our friend has been having weird electrical issues with her new V60, and the UI system sucks. 

Hey, if it was only up to me I would have got a Golf R. 

[GreatBigAbyss]

GODDAMN, I was gonna guess that, but it's so oddball, I didn't bother to.

I find the regular Crown to have very goofy proportions, but the Crown Signia is eminently better looking.  Very shooting brake. 

Congrats, and I'm sure this will have no issues being the last vehicle you buy.  A modern Volvo would have been a riskier proposition long term.

[RRocket]

Crown Signia.    The one car nobody seems to know anything about!  It was the sleeper that I saved until the end for test driving.  Wife had no idea and had a scowl when I pulled in to the Toyota dealership.  She liked the look instantly though, both inside and out.  Ours is Storm Cloud with tan interior. 

Just picked it up a couple of hours ago and wife took it for a good drive while i checked out the sound system.  Wanted something good on fuel and we both liked it better than the V60.  I'll give some updates once I get some wheel time. Initial feel though is that it is a definite downgrade in quality and comfort from the GS-350, but so was everything else we tried, including the new RX-350.   

Runners up were the V60 wagon and the RDX.  Fuel economy was the real decider for the Signia.  Besides our friend has been having weird electrical issues with her new V60, and the UI system sucks. 

Hey, if it was only up to me I would have got a Golf R. 

I test drove the Crown sedan and loved it.

Congrats!

[Johnnymac]

I really  like the look of the Crown Insignia, looks decently upscale, should be ultra reliable and fuel efficient.  It's also a good ride height, perfect for a retiree...

[Tortoise]

I really really really like the Insignia. It's probably the top list of family haulers I'd like to own, and as close to a wagon as Toyota has come in many years.

Congrats, looking forward to the photos and your impressions.

[kd]

RDX or NX.

Good to see you posting KD.

Cheers BC!  We both really liked the RDX, and the NX was ok too. 

I really  like the look of the Crown Insignia, looks decently upscale, should be ultra reliable and fuel efficient.  It's also a good ride height, perfect for a retiree...

Still coming to grips with that...lol!! Hey, I've been busier since being retired than I was at work.