Different brands of cars are produced to serve different purposes. These purposes range from sports, travel, official events and even day to day activities. Other than the common external features they all share, their internal components, cost, capabilities, and efficiency differ on a large scale.

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Sports utility vehicles known widely as SUVs are a popular car type known for their combined feature of off-road ability, road ground clearance with a 4×4 transmission engine, and road track strength. They are generally known for their efficiency during driving on elevated terrains. They are also believed to be the ideal family car due to their large cargo and passenger space. The best SUVs to use in the city in no particular order can be found below, based on our research.

10 Kia Niro 2019

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The Kia Niro is an SUV brand with a 139-horsepower engine and electric motor combination with a paired front-wheel drive. In its class, it has had one of the highest fuel economy ratings. Availability is in full EV and plug-in hybrid configurations. The Kia Niro offers good cargo space and a comfortable passenger area. It has outstanding fuel efficiency with its hybrid-powered model offering 50 miles per gallon. The second type which is the electric model, covered up to 240 miles on a full charge. In terms of cost, the Kia Niro is affordable and its inner quality is on a high scale.

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9 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid

This SUV was upgraded to a hybrid version a few years back with excellent economic fuel ratings and a complete electric range of 17 miles. The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek has a beautiful interior along with adequate passenger seat space and a large cargo area. It has a very high performance and also an affordable price range. The front is comfortable and spacious and the cabin space keeps out an impressive amount of noise which makes driving more comfortable. The internal features are loaded with driving technology like automatic climate control and standard Starlink infotainment system with a user-friendly interface.

8 Toyota RAV4

Toyota RAV4 contains the features of a conventional SUV together with a high degree of maneuverability. It is spacious enough to give passengers adequate leg and head space despite its compact design. It comes with standard features such as a 203 horsepower engine, 7-inch display, 6 speakers, 69.8 cubic feet of cargo space and a rear-view camera. The 2019 Toyota RAV4 comes with modern technological features such as an apple Car Play, adventure trim which gives it the dynamic torque factoring all-wheel drive and a multi-information touch screen. The limited model has additional features such as a 360-degree camera system, a parabolic glass roof, and heated front seats.

7 The Nissan Rogue

The Nissan Rogue 2019 is one of the best selling compact SUVs for 2019. It is spacious than it appears externally. With the rear seats folded down, the Nissan Rogue 2019 has a wide cargo space of up to 80 cubic feet. There is also an additional third-row seat in the back which makes it a perfect family SUV, especially when going for a family road trip. Some of its major internal features are a 7-inch touchscreen, steering wheel audio control, a rearview camera, blind-spot monitor and auto high beams. It has a fuel economy of 25 mpg city with a 2.5 litre, 4-cylinder engine.

6 GMC Terrain

The GMC Terrain is one of the best SUVs in terms of efficiency and compatibility. It has a very spacious interior. The GMC Terrain offers both style and practicality in that it has a quiet ride and a lot of value in terms of specs and features. Some of these features is a wide, five-passenger seating space and a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with 170 horsepower. The GMC Terrain has a lot of available tech features such as rearview camera, rear parking sensor, and a surround-view camera that helps to improve road confidence. The GMC Terrain is a great family car when driving in North America.

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5 2019 Hyundai Kona

The 2019 Hyundai Kona comes in as one of the top-rated non-hybrid SUVs of 2019 with a classy cabin and up to date infotainment system. It has a great combination of quality and value. The Hyundai Kona has an efficient handling system and an upgradeable turbocharged engine that provides a fun driving experience. The 2019 Hyundai Kona has standard tech and safety features. The cargo space is enough to contain a fair amount of load. The power system is all-electric, making it a uniform power source vehicle. The 2019 Hyundai Kona is affordable with a user-friendly price.

4 2019 Honda CR-V

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The Honda CR-V is one of the best non-hybrid SUV vehicles with a high fuel efficiency that makes it one of the top-ranked compact SUVs in its class. The Honda CR-V has a great front wheel and is equipped with a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine which boosts its average speed output to 190 horsepower. It has a safety score on a high level, classy interior, and spacious cargo area. The smoothness of its handling offers a great driving experience. The Honda CR-V has a reasonable price range which is model-based. It is a classic ride with a unique blend of style.

3 Chevrolet Equinox Diesel

The Chevrolet Equinox diesel SUV is a brand with a turbocharged engine and a high degree of torque when compared with other SUV brands. It has an all-wheel drive, is comfortable, roomy and has supportive seats for both passengers and driver. The Chevrolet Equinox SUV is equipped with a user-friendly infotainment system and has a good amount of cargo space for hauling groceries and other things around. The reliability ratings of the Chevrolet Equinox SUV is on a high level with an engine that delivers efficient power. The 2019 Chevrolet SUV has new features such as pedestrian detection systems, wireless phone charging, and adaptive cruise control.

2 Lexus NX Hybrid

The Lexus NX hybrid SUV is a standard all-wheel-drive vehicle with a comfortable interior and excellent fuel economy. It has a high-reliability rating, with supportive and special seats. The Lexus NX hybrid SUV has great tech features. It has a user-friendly infotainment system and new additional specs like driver assistance features, including pedestrian detection, lane departure warning, and adaptive cruise control. The Lexus NX hybrid is available at a user-friendly price. It has good MPG ratings and good interior material, graded with synthetic leather material. The front seat is adjustable and well ventilated and a power-folding rear seat.

1 2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

The Toyota Highlander SUV makes the top of the list of mid-sized SUVs with a high seating capacity It is an efficient SUV with eight passenger seats. It has a comfortable cabin and a number of standard safety features. The Highlander Hybrid has a 306 horsepower engine built with an all-wheel-drive transmission. It has a strong and efficient powertrain which delivers energetic acceleration with an outstanding reliability rating. It is a good family SUV with an engine strong enough to propel you around town and glide over rough roads with ease. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV is affordable within a reasonable range compared with other SUV brands.

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