I'll be upgrading from my ol' 96 Cherokee Sport here within the year. I considered the Xterra, it was actually my first choice. I test drove one and liked it, but I didn't like the interior. The knobs felt too plasticky, like they'd break given half the chance. The wheel didn't feel right, ergonomically, I just didn't feel comfortable in it. Liberty I liked, but I think it's a shade too small, or at least seems that way. I haven't driven an Escape yet, but if I'm impressed by it I may go that way since Grand Cherokees look like they're going to be out of my budget range.
-Mikey
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