Best Compact Crossovers in 2011
Compact crossovers (SUV) are very popular both in Russia and in Europe. Definite demand for them is even across the ocean, where the popular car-sized one-room apartment. We can not avoid the class of machines, but according to this offer you ten the most interesting compact size SUV on our release. Arbitrary order:
Audi Q5 S - is crossover which in German quality and solidly made. This SUV is equipped with an engine capacity 270 hp (Engine V6) and a proprietary all-wheel drive Quattro. According to the interior ergonomics and equipment of the Q5 S (in particular a Bluetooth interface and frihand and for connecting iPod) is the leader.
Ford Escape is a small four-door crossover from Ford is equipped with a powerful enough and with a very economical 2.5-liter engine producing 171 hp On the order you can be fabricated hybrid version of Escape. This crossover hardly is called a luxury, but rather a “workhorse.” Therefore is valuable.
Honda CR-V: Top trumps CR-V is traditionally – technological, economical (due to modern high-performance power unit), Japanese reliability and simplicity. Add to that good equipment and adequate price and get one of the most popular SUV in Russia.
Mercedes-Benz GLK350: Sign of «Mercedes-Benz» in the radiator enclosure itself requires, and, fortunately, this crossover to expectations. All wheel drive 4Matic, a powerful 272-horsepower V6, fuel consumption – 10 l per 100 km (combined cycle), folding second-row seats, in the end a great design – all this makes GLK350 one of the most interesting.
Lexus RX – if you find the Toyota RAV4 is not prestigious noble enough, but you are fan of technology with Japanese ancestry; the Lexus RX is your option! Because the RX – a powerful 3.5-liter V6 (275 hp capacity), six-speed “automatic”, luxurious interior and rich equipment. In a word – Lexus with the all emanates.
Kia Sorento: Koreans have long learned to make good cars, crossovers are no exception. Proof of this right is reliable Sorento. Besides, he hardly something inferior competitors – four-wheel drive, engine capacity of 170 and 241 hp (2.5 and 3.3-liter engines, respectively), good design, excellent equipment, good quality and reviews in the press. Yes, do not forget also that the price / quality Kia Sorento – one of the best options on the market.
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited – would not be fair in our “hit parade” to come by the legendary Jeep Wrangler, which everything else is more like a real SUV than most of the fellows in the class (which is not surprising, Wrangler has 4 modes of the transfer case – 2WD, 4WD, 4WD Low, and neutral). Modern Wrangler Unlimited is available in Russia or in-line diesel engine (4 cylinder, DOHC, 16 valves, power 147 hp), or with gasoline “Six» (OHV, 12 valves, 146 hp). Consumption on the combined cycle is less than 10 liters per 100 kilometers.
Mitsubishi Outlander XL appeared on sale not long ago (the prototype was presented in 2009), but soon gained popularity (at least in Russia and CIS). The reason is a vivid design firm Mitsubishi, quality propulsion systems (2 and 2.4 – liter capacity of 147 and 170 hp respectively), a proprietary technology MIVEC (valve timing control mechanisms;), AWD (All Wheel Control), reinforced body RISE, CVT INVECS-III Sports Mode and more!
Toyota RAV4: I guess I hardly mistaken if i call it the most popular Toyota RAV4 SUV in Russia. Durable and economical engines Toyota (with 2 and 2.4 liters), 6-speed manual or variation Multidrive S, a navigation system with HDD (hard disk) and much more are not as luxurious as a Lexus, but much more practical.
Volkswagen Tiguan – in principle does not offer anything unique in comparison with competitors. Not quite as respectable as the Q5 or GLK350. Not quite as aggressive in appearance, as Outlander XL. Not quite as legendary as the Wrangler. Not as accessible as … But not without its own charm, and therefore did not get lost in this campaign.
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