considering some VW's have it in the pork factor I can forgive the Vue's high curb weight. the small cargo area is more upsetting. Who knows on the mpg.
in the end, the DELICIOUS interior and nice exterior and supposed great manners make it a desirable ride.
Yes, you can buy a larger CUV and get the same mpg, but some folks like the smaller size for condo garages and parking and stuff.
GM by next time will be engineering everything in India or china or korea, so they will tell them to lay off the billet steel next time.
At some point, some mfr has to make a large 3 row all aluminum crossover that stays under 4000 pounds.
Contrary to belief, the old Vue with honda v6 was not that quick. I drove one. The shifter was slow to respond and there was throttle lag and some driveline sloppiness. It really was nothing to remember. Being a Honda, it lacked some torque, too. My guess is the new Vue will feel quicker and more urgent.
The new Vue is a great overall package and deserves to sell huge. Some folks are singles or couples and don't need the huge trunk or passenger space. The only time they have passengers is the trip to Olive garden.
I would lean towards an Edge or Acadia for a little more money, lots more room, and the same mpg. I need the room.
A good light crossover is the Taurus X. Great mpg, 3 rows, good handling, lots of cargo and seating room and like 42-300 pounds. Should have better acceleration than the vue. one issue, it's damned bad to look at. That doesn't seem to be an issue for people who buy ugly foresters and tribecas and stuff.