Bought a 2009 Veracruz in 2013. It's a smooth, comfortable ride, with lots of creature comforts. Third-row seating is a must for our family. Pretty roomy inside, but if the third row seats are up, then there's not a lot of space for cargo.

After 2.5 years and 25,000km, it's averaging 13.9 L/100km.

It was good until the summer of 2015 when it basically started to fall apart. I had to replace the ABS unit ($3700), the alternator ($1000), a strut ($1500), and the horns ($450). All prices include installation and taxes. I've never had a vehicle need so much work in such a short period of time, especially a 6 year old vehicle.

Every review I've read on a Veracruz indicated it was a great vehicle, which is why I bought it. However, high repair costs have left me disappointed.