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2008 SUVs and Crossovers
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A Best Bet for as long as we've picked them, the seven-seat MDX has always exhibited exceptional crash-test ratings and above-average reliability.
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$38,800 – $39,100
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Acura's first turbocharged model, the youthful yet sophisticated RDX boasts excellent crash tests and above-average reliability.
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$29,200 – $29,400
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This compact SUV remains a joy to drive. On top of its first-rate crash tests, it's reasonably reliable.
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$32,700 – $32,900
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The X5 is as compelling as ever among many models that have followed the sport-SUV trend it started in 2000.
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$45,700 – $52,900
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Ford's compact workhorse has lost ground to Japanese competitors, but it qualifies for Best Bet status with average crash-test and reliability ratings in the V-6 model.
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$18,000 – $23,300
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The midsize Edge five-seater suits the needs of buyers who want a comfortable ride, plenty of room and the efficiency of a car-based SUV.
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$19,250 – $25,200
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While the longtime favorite Chevy Tahoe and Suburban have fallen from grace with poor reliability, the Expedition and its extended version, the EL, have surged and are above average.
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$28,000 – $30,100
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Part SUV, part pickup, the Sport Trac gives more attention to the SUV part than do most crew cab pickup trucks.
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$24,000 – $24,200
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While the longtime favorite Chevy Tahoe and Suburban have fallen from grace with poor reliability, the Expedition and its extended version, the EL, have surged and are above average.
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$29,500 – $32,300
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Following some drivetrain and styling upgrades in 2008, the former Freestyle six-seat crossover is more attractive to buyers who want space efficiency and aren't hung up on the car's wagonlike looks.
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$21,400 – $23,300
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The CR-V has excellent reliability, the top crash-test rating in its class and an interior whose richness belies the sticker price.
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$18,950 – $20,800
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The one-of-a-kind Element is a rare bird: an efficient hauler that's a favorite of musicians, weekend athletes.
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$17,550 – $18,500
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One of the first larger car-based SUVs, the Pilot fits eight seats into what's technically a midsize model.
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$23,000 – $27,000
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The Santa Fe's reliability and crash tests make the grade, and its long list of standard features make it the value for which Hyundai is known.
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$16,650 – $18,450
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Land Rover's flagship SUV, the Range Rover, is one of the most luxurious vehicles of any kind, but that doesn't stop it from being remarkably capable offroad.
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$58,000 – $69,600
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A healthy seller for Lincoln, the midsize MKX five-seat crossover has a roomy interior and a comfortable ride.
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$30,400 – $30,600
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The full-size luxury SUV that started it all, the Navigator is back as a Best Bet with above-average reliability.
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The full-size luxury SUV that started it all, the Navigator is back as a Best Bet with above-average reliability.
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This sister of the Ford Escape shares its so-so crash tests and average reliability, but it squeaks by, offering a less-common and sportier alternative to the high-volume Ford.
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$16,550 – $23,700
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Yet another sister of the Escape, the Mariner has just-made-it crash-test qualifications and a premium interior.
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$19,350 – $23,300
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Like its better-known sister, the Explorer, the Mountaineer seems a dying breed, but it gives truck lovers a more upscale, more exclusive alternative to the Explorer.
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$23,400 – $23,600
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The Pathfinder hasn't been spared the hard times that have befallen truck-based SUVs, but it makes the grade with average reliability and (only when equipped with the optional side airbags) good crash-test ratings.
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$21,400 – $23,900
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When equipped with the optional side airbags, the Xterra has good crash-test ratings, and its reliability has been top-notch. The sole caveat is a rollover rating that's among the lowest on the market,
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$17,550 – $19,950
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Like other Porsches and many sporty models, the Cayenne is not crash-tested, so we include it with that disclaimer. The top versions do things no one ever expected an SUV to do on a racetrack.
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$41,800 – $76,800
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Dramatic mileage boosts get all the attention, but Saturn's mild hybrid system delivers respectable fuel savings for little extra money. The Vue Green Line's premium over the lowest-priced gas-only version is only about 15 percent, yet its city and highway mileage increases are 32 and 23 percent, respectively.
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$19,000 – $19,200
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A Best Bet favorite for years, the compact Forester rides lower than most compacts and offers a tall, versatile cargo area along with its excellent reliability and Top Safety Pick rating from IIHS.
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$17,650 – $20,400
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Though it's easily overlooked, this midsize seven-seater has been more reliable than average, and it holds a top rating in IIHS crash tests.
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$22,500 – $24,600
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For people who still want their SUV to be a real truck, the 4Runner remains a good choice. In addition to good crash tests, it has been well above average in reliability.
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$25,700 – $29,600
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Equipped with a manual or automatic transmission, the truck-based FJ has the features and comportment for hardcore off-roading. With this comes one of the lowest rollover ratings in the market, but its crash tests and reliability are good.
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$27,000 – $27,200
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Available only with all-wheel drive, the Highlander Hybrid costs about 23 percent more than the most efficient gas Highlander, which has front-wheel drive. It delivers 50 percent better city mileage but only a 4 percent highway improvement.
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High crash-test ratings and excellent reliability help the compact RAV4 battle the Honda CR-V for the sales crown.
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$19,450 – $21,200
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The XC90 has been vying for a Best Bet designation since it hit the market. Now, with its six-cylinder model posting average reliability, it has arrived.
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$31,800 – $37,800
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