The handling is the primary reason I purchased a VX. It is the best handling SUV I have driven. A nice added plus is the impressive stopping power.
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I had a Pathfinder that had great suspension - but the handling leaned (no pun intended) toward 'ponderous' - and the steering was less than desirable.
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I then purchased an Explorer - that had poor suspension and poor handling. The quality and feel of the steering was good however. Quality shock absorbers improved the Explorer, but it is still not close to a VX.
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I am impressed at the quality feel of the VX steering - especially considering it is the recirculating ball type.
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I am also impressed with the handling of my 00 VX - with 'S' rated tires. I'm sure 'V' or 'Z' rated rubber would improve the feel and cornering ......... but at the expense of tread life ..... and then again, I might be tempted to push it a tad too much and end up on the roof .........