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 Sunday shoppers usually come in with the same question: what gives me the most useful vehicle for the money without pretending every option is perfect? At AW Auto & Truck Wholesalers in Lodi, the current value mix has a few very different answers. One shopper may want AWD for Bergen County weather. Another may need a simple 4WD SUV around town. A family may care more about low mileage and room than SUV hype. A commuter may want a premium badge without crossing into a big payment.

Here are four current picks worth comparing before you drive over from Lodi, Passaic, Hackensack, or anywhere nearby. Availability and pricing can change, so verify the vehicle is still here before making the trip.

2014 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML 350 4MATIC — premium AWD under $8,000

The 2014 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML 350 4MATIC is listed at $7,897 with 141,676 miles. The key appeal is clear: it is a Mercedes-Benz AWD sport utility at a budget-SUV number. That does not mean you ignore the mileage. It means you look at the tradeoff honestly. If you want a basic newer SUV with fewer miles, this may not be your first stop. If you like the idea of an older premium AWD vehicle and the price matters, it deserves a look.

For North Jersey driving, AWD can be useful in wet weather, light snow, and the daily mix of Route 46 traffic, hills, and side streets. The smart buyer checks the basics carefully, asks questions, and decides whether the premium badge is worth the mileage tradeoff.

2015 Jeep Renegade Latitude 4WD — the low-price 4WD play

The 2015 Jeep Renegade Latitude 4WD is listed at $4,997 with 143,370 miles. That price is the story. Under $5,000 vehicles are not about perfection; they are about useful transportation at an entry number. This one brings 4WD as listed, a sport utility body style, and a small footprint that can make sense for Lodi errands, Passaic commuting, or a first SUV.

Because the price is low and the miles are honest, the best approach is simple: inspect it, drive it, and make sure it fits your expectations. Do not buy it because of a fantasy off-road story. Buy it if the numbers, size, and 4WD setup match what you actually need.

2012 Kia Sedona LX — low-mile family value

The 2012 Kia Sedona LX is listed at $7,497 with only 63,624 miles. In this group, the mileage is what stands out. It is a passenger minivan, which means it is aimed at practical family use rather than looking trendy in an SUV row. For shoppers around Bergen County who care about space, errands, school runs, and everyday usefulness, a van can still be one of the smartest buys on the lot.

The important part is staying factual. This listing gives us the price, mileage, LX trim, passenger minivan body style, and current inventory photos. It does not mean we should invent seating features, entertainment options, or power-door claims. Come look at the van in person and judge whether the layout works for your family.

2015 Audi A3 Premium FWD — under $10,000 with under 70,000 miles

The 2015 Audi A3 Premium FWD is listed at $9,497 with 69,442 miles. It is not AWD; the feed lists it as FWD. The value here is different: a premium compact sedan, under $10,000, with mileage still under 70,000. For a commuter who wants something easier to park than a large SUV and more interesting than a basic economy sedan, this A3 is worth comparing.

It may fit someone driving between Lodi, Hackensack, and Teaneck who wants a clean daily-driver size and a lower entry price. As with any used European car, the right move is to inspect it carefully and make sure the ownership costs line up with your budget.

How to choose between them

If AWD and a premium SUV feel matter most, start with the Mercedes ML 350. If the lowest price and 4WD are the priority, look at the Jeep Renegade. If family practicality and low mileage matter more than image, the Kia Sedona is the practical pick. If you want a smaller premium commuter under $10,000, the Audi A3 is the one to compare.

AW Auto & Truck Wholesalers is at 23 US-46 West in Lodi, NJ. Call ahead or check with the store first so you can verify current availability, price, and the exact vehicle details before coming in.