If you buy a newer used model, it will be less expensive than new, and you will own it after 4-5 years. My Honda Pilot had room for 3 kid seat accommodations and has a third row for when you want/need to carpool, which is a godsend. My Pilot is a 2004, with 190, 000 miles and still runs great. I just had the original radiator and hoses replaced.