SUVs are the backbone of American vehicular life right now, taking commuters to the office, kids to school, crews to worksites, and adrenaline junkies to off-road adventures. SUVs are available in a variety of options, with two or three rows of seating, high-performance engines, electric or hybrid powertrains, latest in-car entertainment and safety, big towing ratings, and more. The best of models come in all manner of sizes and levels of luxury, giving you a number of choices.
Subaru Crosstrek
If you’re looking for a small, affordable SUV that can venture far beyond the mall parking lot, the Subaru Crosstrek is your pick. It sits high enough off the ground, with a substantial 8.7 inches of ground clearance, and it comes standard with an all-wheel-drive setup that delivers off-road adventures.
Honda CR-V
A top-selling stalwart in its segment for a while, chances are you know someone who owns a Honda CR-V. Honda’s compact SUV, now in its 5th generation, has seemingly always delivered dependability, stacks of convenience, safety features, as well as an easy-to-drive demeanor at the right price. The current model is one of the best SUVs for its value for money as well as one of the best SUVs for the year—period.
Subaru Outback
One of the country’s most popular and best new SUVs is the Subaru Outback, which can also be considered to be a lifted wagon, sharing much of its basic sheet metal, interior, and mechanicals with the Legacy sedan. However, you classify the SUV, the all-new version has taken Subaru’s bread-and-butter model to all-new heights.
Kia Telluride
The American-built Kia Telluride is a stylish and expertly packaged SUV at a value-rich price. If you were to be making a list of the top 10 SUVs, this Kia would be a leader. Every detail and function has been thoroughly thought out and carefully executed, and the driving experience is at least a class above with a confident, composed ride, lush interiors, and refinement.
Ford Expedition
Ford’s Expedition has a powerful twin-turbo EcoBoost V-6, as well an ability to feel perfectly at home on the trails, on the highway, maneuvering in the city, or even tugging literal tons of trailer down a bumpy country road. Its easy-to-use infotainment interface is another high point, and the availability of both regular- and extended-length models gives buyers extra options.
