The top two good looking SUVs that are small would be your Toyota models and the Mazda Rav 4. These two have gotten the best reviews by consumers. Good Luck in your search!
Smaller SUVs such as Mazda, or other small SUVs that fall into that category. Some SUVs are hybrids as well which is one of the best options for low gas mileage.
There were many new SUVs that were very popular in the year 2012. The Kia Sportage, Nissan Juke, Chevrolet Equinox, Ford Flex, and the Mazda C-X 9 were some of the most popular models.
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Small SUVs like the Ford Escape, Honda CRV, and Toyota Rav 4 will probably be your best bets for cheap, fuel efficient SUVs. A few of these models are also available as hybrids. Anything bigger will not be so cheap and probably not get very good gas mileage.
The only small SUVs with a body on frame is the Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Nitro, Jeep Liberty. All the rest are large SUVs.
The type of SUV you get depends on how much you are prepared to spend. Under $25k, you can buy a Kia Sportage while over $55k, you can buy a Mercedes GL Class.
The best place to get your 2012 hybrid SUVs is from Honda. They are trustworthy, honest, and affordable. Hybrid SUVs are good on the environment, meaning all dealerships are for them.
SUVs are nice for a small family as they have the room that is required for passengers in the back as well as enough room to store the weekly shopping or sports equipment for the kids sporting events.
The 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Kia Sportage, Chevrolet Equinox, Nissan Juke, Ford Flex, Mazda CX-9, and Cadillac SRX are all high quality 2012 SUVS that have good ratings and are made by reputable suppliers.
Gas mileage for hybrid SUVs varies depending on the model of SUV and the manner in which the vehicle is driven. In general, hybrid SUVs have gas mileage rating comparable to or better than standard SUVs.
There are many good sources for learning about SUVs. The best source would to be to a car dealership or to call the SUV company themselves. You can also ask friends and family for their suggestions.