Quick update if it helps anyone...
I've test driven the Arcadia, Traverse, Pathfinder, Odyssey and Highlander.
Liked the Arcadia and liked it better than the Traverse (due to the trim).
Really didn't like the Pathfinder, which is a bummer because the price was great on a 2014.
Liked the Highlander well enough, but first dealer didn't have any and the second only has a few. Price is unlikely to be low enough for me and I didn't "love" it enough to pay $6K more.
And then there was the Odyssey. I actually prefer the 2005 Ody I have now, but if I buy need to do it now vs. 1-2 years. it was the lowest price for a 2014 although the Pathfinder was close. The dealer said he has a few customers who tow with their Odys and that I can get an upgraded transmission for towing. It's boring, but it hits all the things I want, including MPG. Just wish I enjoyed driving it more.
I might look at a used car, but that seems to get into a whole slew of new issues that I don't have time to assess given my timeline.
Am I missing any key option? Thanks!
