Trying to narrow down a short list of SUV for wife

I am going through the same process. My girl likes Jeeps because her Dad was a Jeep mechanic. She has a Liberty but we are looking at Grand Cherokees. The Japanese SUVs last and have simple maintenance. I like the Lexus, and Toyota lines. The Highlander and Sequoia seem nice. I would even consider a Ford Expedition. We are looking for a larger vehicle that can fit the 3 dogs for longer trips, then we do not have to take the PU all the time.