How do I Compare Full-Size SUVs?
They allow you to tow your boat, take friends on a road trip and transport sizable amounts of cargo. These benefits make full-size sport utility vehicles (SUVs) the ride of choice for many buyers. Looking at the features they offer can help you compare large SUVs, and so can an examination of these factors.
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Vehicle Type
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Full-size SUVs fall into two price categories: moderate and luxury. More affordable models include the 2011 Nissan Armada, which has a starting retail price of $37,910, according to the manufacturer's website. Large luxury SUVs include the 2010 Land Rover Range Rover, priced from $79,275.
Capacity
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Consider which large SUVs have the cargo space you need for super-sized items. The 2011 Lincoln Navigator L offers 128.2 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down. The 2010 GMC Yukon offers 108.9 cubic feet in the same seating configuration.
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Safety
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Use the federal government's Safercar website to investigate the safety ratings of the full-size SUVs you are considering. It rates vehicles on a one- to five-star scale, with the highest number being the best.
Gas Mileage
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The government's fuel economy website can help you compare the gas mileage of large SUVs. The 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe with four-wheel drive gets a combined (city/highway) rating of 17 miles per gallon, while the 2011 Toyota Sequoia with four-wheel drive gets 15.
Reviews
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Find out what the automotive experts have to say about their road tests of various models. Visit the websites of Edmunds, "Motor Trend" and "Car and Driver" to access their reports.
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