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CR’s Ratings include road test results and safety information. Reliability and owner satisfaction Ratings are based on surveys of millions of subscribers.

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Overall Score
The Highs, Lows, and Overall Rating refer to the model and trim line that we tested. A model earns the "CR Recommended" label by Consumer Reports when it has performed well in our tests, our subscriber -survey data indicate that it should be at least average in reliability, and has performed at least adequately in any government and/or insurance-industry crash tests or government rollover test, if tested. There are several reasons why a model would have no designation: It wasn't tested recently; it didn't test well; it did poorly in a crash test or tip-up in the rollover test; it has a below-average reliability record; it'S too new to have reliability data; or we have insufficeint reliability data.
Predicted Reliability
Predicted reliability is our forecast of how well a model is likely to hold up derived from our latest Annual Car Reliability Survey. We averaged a model's Used Car Verdict for the newest three years, provided the model did not change significantly during that time. Refer to Reliability History for more detailed explanation.
Owner Satisfaction
Indicates percentage of owners surveyed who would definitely purchase the same vehicle again.
Accident Avoidance
A composite score of CR's test results for braking performance, emergency handling, acceleration, driving position, visibility, and seat comfort. Braking and emergency handling carry the most weight.
Overall (Mpg)
Overall MPG (overall mileage) is CR's measurement based on a realistic mix of highway, country-road, and city driving.

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SUVs come in many sizes, shapes, and with differing abilities. Here we present the best overall, those SUVs that truly excel in our battery of more than 50 tests.

Ratings & recommended SUVs

Overall SUVs (8)

SUVs come in many sizes, shapes, and with differing abilities. Here we present the best overall, those SUVs that truly excel in our battery of more than 50 tests.

Small (9)

Small SUVs offer a great blend of roominess, functionality, decent handling, fuel-economy, and all-wheel-drive at a good price. But most are far from plush. Check our Ratings to see which ones clamber to the top of the heap.

Two-row (4)

Mainstream, midsized SUVs are commonly offered in two-row configuration, with seating for five. Most commonly based on car-like platforms, these modern SUVs typically have better handling and fuel economy than yesterday's off-road- focused models.

Three-row (5)

Many families turn to three-row SUVs as a substitute for minivans. They have seven or even eight seats to accommodate occasional carpooling and other needs. Some small SUVs even offer a third row, but comfort varies widely across the category.

Large (5)

Large SUVs have a third-row of seats that should easily accommodate adults with some cargo room left over and decent towing capacity. Some truck-based models sacrifice passenger comfort for near heavy-duty towing capacity. Find which trade-off best suits you by looking at our Ratings.

Sporty (8)

For those who want to have their cake and eat it too, some luxury automakers have begun to offer practical SUVs with sporty handling. Some are more successful than others. Find the tastiest selections in our Ratings.

Fuel-efficient (2)

Not all SUVs guzzle gas; the thriftiest SUVs offer hybrid or diesel drivetrains that give them the mileage of small sedans. For less money, some small SUVs are relatively efficient thanks to four-cylinder engines. Find the most efficient SUVs.

Towing (7)

As more SUVs have moved to car-based platforms, some have left great towing capacity by the wayside. A few, though, can still tow impressively large trailers. Find out which ones in our Ratings.

Off-road (3)

For adventurers looking to leave pavement behind them, we highlight the best SUVs for off-roading that we have tested, including an evaluation on our legendary rock hill. Find out which ones can crawl deepest into the woods in our Ratings.

Reliable used SUVs (19)

SUVs come in many sizes, shapes, and with differing abilities. Here we present the best overall, those SUVs that truly excel in our battery of more than 50 tests.

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SUV buying guide

Sport-utility vehicles are available in a wide range of sizes and prices. Midsized models typically provide the best balance of interior space, fuel economy, and engine power. Smaller SUVs are typically less expensive and get better fuel economy, but they usually have less passenger and cargo space. Larger models provide more room and towing capacity, but get poor gas mileage, are less maneuverable, and have a significant overall ownership cost.

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