Crossovers: (1)
This vehicle is a specially designed utility vehicle that gives luxury like a sedan in terms of comfort and extra space like pickup trucks. It is a stylish model SUV that is elegantly manufactured with a high-quality interior and exterior.
2021 Best compact Crossovers:(2)
Compact crossovers are famous forits top design and it is manufactured all over the world. Manufacturer of crossover provides their customers with a better feel and fun at very compatible prices with high powertrain and luggage capacity. There are over 100 different design and models present in the market of vehicle for competition, among these vehicles there are top 17 highly rated and ranked vehicles according to the feedback of customer are as follows:
- Mazda CX-5:
This crossover is the winner of the top safety pick plus a high rating from the insurance highway institute. It gives a luxurious feel and welcoming drive by its unique features and design. Since 2018, this vehicle has won ten best awards evaluated on customer preferences. This vehicle within a suitable price tag gives so many features to its user such as a 10.3-inch touch screen display, accessible one-sided control buttons that should not confuse the rider while driving. It is built-in with automated brakes for an emergency, the adaptive cruise control system that helps in the detection of pedestrian, and lane assist or departure. The price of the Mazda CX-5 starts from 26.5 dollars. It gives mileage of 25 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway.
- Volkswagen Tiguan:
This vehicle is the largest vehicle among all crossovers that offer seven seats and if the third row is removedit provides large cargo space. The best feature of Volkswagen is its heavy shape which makes it unique in the crossover categoryin providing a strong driving experience in mountain and desert areas. The engine power is only available in 184-hp which carries four cylinders of electric turbocharged capacity. It is available at the price of 26 thousand dollars with an excellent fuel average of 23 mpg in the city and 29 mpg at highways. In 2020, Volkswagen introduces a new feature of wireless charging and Wi-Fi connectivity.
- Honda CR-V:
Honda CR-V is not as sexy and stylish as Mazda CX-5 but a very compatible vehicle in the crossover market. It has hybrid technology with the powertrain of 190-hp turbocharged carrying 4 cylinders and two electric motors that enhanced the power to 212-hp. It provides maximum cargo space of 39 cubic feet and 74 cubic feet if rear seats are removed or folded. All the other models come with the 7.0-inch touch screen except the CR-V LX that is available in 5.0-inch. Honda CR-V is built-in with standardizing alerting features such as collision alert for the safety of back and front side, automated brakes in case of emergency, and lane-keeping alert system that promise safe and sound journey to its users. The price of Honda CR-V is $26,525 and $31,735 for CR-V hybrid crossover. The fuel economy of the Honda CR-V is very impressive giving 32 mpg in the city and 35 mpg at highway while slightly lower for the hybrid CR-V (28/34 mpg).
- Toyota RAV 4:
Among the top crossover models Toyota RAV 4 has its own recognition and impact that fascinates its users with attractive looks and comfortable drive. There is a slight difference in horsepower of hybrid and non-hybrid RAV 4. Non-hybrid produces 203-hp with four cylinders while hybrid generates powertrain of 219-hp. There is another exclusive model known as RAV 4 prime that is very precious in terms of engine power of 302-hp and it is faster than the Toyota Supra 2.0-liter from 5 to sixty mph. The cost of this vehicle is a bit expensive as compared to other crossovers in the market. The price set for RAV 4 non-hybrid is 27 thousand dollars and 29 thousand dollar for a hybrid category. Fuel consumption in hybrid RAV 4 is tremendous because it generally gives 10 mpg more on average while driving in a city or on a highway (40 mpg) as compared to non-hybrid and other crossovers.
- Ford Bronco Sport:
Ford bronco is a specially modified crossover with a gigantic design outlook that gives an exciting feel to the customer. The manufacturer made this vehicle real fun by giving a bottle opener at the liftgate. It is the most preferable heavy vehicle for tough journeys like deserts, mountains, and stony areas with its good quality in tire grips. The engine of 181-hp turbocharged with 3 cylinders powertrain is installed in ford bronco; there is 245-hp engine also available that is supportive with four cylinders. The ford bronco is also very unique in technological features which include an 8.0-inch large display screen compatible with android and apple car play system. All the features whether interior or exterior ford bronco gives a great competition to other crossovers like Jeep Cherokee and many more but due to discomfort in seating space while driving in hilly areas this ford does not meet the standards of luxury against the Mazda CX-5. The price of ford bronco in the market generally ranges from $28-29 thousand and different engine capacity. The average of fuel in city and highway is 25/28 mpg respectively.
- Mitsubishi Outlander:
The outlander of Mitsubishi is a new generation crossover with lots of improvement from the past that is why the ranking from recent years improve. This vehicle is generally manufactured by Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance and the merger of these two gives them a better result in gaining Three-Diamond Mark. Mitsubishi Outlander and Nissan Rogue share the Chassis and engine capacity of 181-hp four-cylinder powertrain because of the collaboration. Option of all-wheel drive and a plug for the hybrid is also available in this crossover. According to the results of testing fuel mileage Rouge’s comes up with 32 mpg as compared to outlander that is 28 mpg. Unfortunately, with the third seating row, there will be no enough space for the cargo. The price as set by the manufacturer for this Mitsubishi outlander reaches 30 thousand U.S dollars in the crossovers market.
References:
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crossover_(automobile)
- https://www.caranddriver.com/features/g15380025/best-small-compact-suv-truck/
