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Sport utility vehicles, or SUVs, are extremely popular nowadays. Many people like SUVs for their tall height, large interior space, and rugged image. SUVs make for very practical vehicles for families, as well as individuals leading an active lifestyle.

• Space
  • SUVs are practical vehicles, and they generally have enough room to accommodate at least four passengers and offer a decent amount of trunk space.
  • However, as SUVs come in different sizes, the amount of interior and trunk space can vary greatly
  • Important to consider accessibility too. As SUVs are taller, find out how easy it is to enter and exit the vehicle, as well as load things up into the trunk.
• Drivability
  • Depending on the kind of driving you do, you may want to think about whether you want your SUV to have front-wheel-drive (FWD) or all-wheel-drive (AWD)
  • If you mostly do your driving on paved roads, then a FWD SUV is more than enough for your needs
  • However, if you sometimes head out into the countryside or go off-roading, then you might want to consider an SUV with AWD
  • Take note of the ground clearance too (how high the SUV’s floor is above the ground)
  • Most SUVs have high ground clearance so they can generally take on rough roads more easily, but some have slightly lower ground clearance as they are designed more for urban use
• Efficiency
  • SUVs tend to be larger and heavier in size, so their fuel efficiency may not be as good as regular vehicles
  • However, some SUVs come with hybrid drivetrains, which might help improve efficiency
  • There are also electric SUVs as well on the market to consider if you want to go the EV route
• Practicality
  • If you’re using your SUV for family duties, you might want to take note of the practical features that are available
  • See if there are enough storage spaces in the cabin to accommodate small items
  • Some larger SUVs also come with features like roof racks to carry items like bicycles, or door steps to help with accessing into the higher cabin
• Safety
  • Safety features are important considerations when buying any car
  • If you’re buying an SUV to drive your family around, it’s important to note what are the key safety features that are included
  • Key active and passive features that are useful include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and blind spot warning.
  • Take note also of an SUV’s blind spots. As they tend to be taller and larger cars, they may have larger blind spots than regular vehicles. Make sure you are able to see out clearly from the driver’s seat.