[onewhippedpuppy]

What Steve said. I have a 3 year old and a 3 month old. I can't wait until he turns 4, and I can put him in a standard booster seat. Rear facing baby seats are the absolute worst, though they will still fit fine in most midsize sedans or wagons.

kwm, Tribeca is nice, though I think the brand new bodystyle is a bit boring compared to the previous model. Interior is very nice though, original dash design. If you liked the CX9, check out the CX7. Smaller proportions and sportier. Toyota Highlander and RAV4 are very nice as well. Nissan Murano is often called the budget X5, and due to be replaced so there are probably bargains to be had.

If you want a wagon, there are plenty of options. Subie Forester or Legacy GT are great if you like Subaru, and you can get them with the turbo 4. I think the Mazda 6 is still available in a wagon. Saab 9-5 Aero is another quick choice in a wagon. Dodge Magnum could also be amusing. If you'll go a bit used, you can easily pick up a BMW 3 or 5 series wagon, Lexus IS Sporthatch, or Audi A4 or A6 avant. I think the MB E-class is also available in a wagon. All of those sound a lot more fun than a Tribeca.