Saturday is a good day to compare vehicles in person because photos and numbers only tell part of the story. At AW Auto in Lodi, the smarter question is not always “what is the newest?” It is “which tradeoff fits my driving, my budget, and the way I actually use a vehicle?” Today’s short list gives Bergen County shoppers four very different answers: a practical 4WD family SUV, an AWD big sedan, a premium 4WD SUV, and a full-size 4x4 pickup.

The prices and mileage matter, and so do the tradeoffs. None of these should be sold like a mystery. If a vehicle has over 100,000 miles, say it clearly, look it over carefully, and decide whether the price makes sense for the use case.

Start here: 2014 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD — $7,997

The 2014 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD is the most practical lead for a Saturday test drive. It is listed at $7,997 with 110,202 miles. The listing shows 4WD, an automatic transmission, a 3.5L V6 cylinder engine, flex fuel capability, and a White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat exterior.

For a Lodi, Hackensack, Passaic, or Bergen County buyer who needs useful SUV space without moving into a $15,000 to $25,000 budget, this Explorer is worth a look. The mileage is not low, but the price is the reason it belongs on the list. This is the “can it handle family errands, winter weather, and daily driving without a big payment?” conversation.

Comfort angle: 2016 Chrysler 300 Anniversary Edition AWD — $12,497

The 2016 Chrysler 300 Anniversary Edition AWD is listed at $12,497 with 104,839 miles. The listing shows AWD, an automatic transmission, a 3.6L V6 cylinder engine, gasoline fuel, and a Bright White Clearcoat exterior.

This is the choice for someone who wants big-sedan comfort instead of another compact crossover. If most of your driving is Route 46, local commuting, or weekend trips around North Jersey, an AWD sedan can make a lot of sense. You get the planted feel people like in a larger car, plus AWD listed for bad-weather confidence. Again, 104,839 miles means inspection and test drive matter, but the value angle is clear.

Premium value question: 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Supercharged 4WD — $13,674

The 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Supercharged 4WD is listed at $13,674 with 107,327 miles. The listing shows 4WD, automatic transmission, flex fuel capability, a 5.0L 8-cylinder engine, and a black exterior.

This is not the same kind of purchase as the Explorer or Chrysler. It is a premium SUV at an attention-getting price, and the right buyer should ask premium-vehicle questions: maintenance, inspection, ownership costs, and whether the tradeoff makes sense. For some shoppers, a Range Rover Supercharged under $14,000 is exciting. For others, the practical move is a simpler SUV. That is exactly why seeing it in person matters.

Truck lane: 2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 4x4 — $15,226

The 2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 4x4 Quad Cab is listed at $15,226 with 129,458 miles. The listing shows 4WD, an automatic transmission, a 5.7L 8-cylinder engine, diesel fuel listed, and a blue exterior.

This is the work-and-weekend lane. Do not buy it because a caption made unsupported promises about towing or payload. Buy it because you need to compare a full-size 4WD pickup at this price against the other trucks available in North Jersey. The mileage is higher, so the smart move is to test drive it, check it over, and decide whether the truck fits your budget and use.

How to choose on the lot

If your priority is practical SUV use under $8,000, start with the Explorer. If you want a comfortable AWD sedan and do not need SUV height, look at the Chrysler 300. If you want premium SUV presence and understand the inspection-first mindset, look at the Range Rover. If you need a 4x4 pickup, compare the Ram in person.

AW Auto is at 23 US-46 West in Lodi, NJ. Come by, compare them side by side, and verify availability before you head over.