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2009 SUVs
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The Edge is a notably comfortable and reasonably efficient crossover SUV with above-average reliability when equipped with front-wheel drive.
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$21,500 – $27,400
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While the V-6 with all-wheel drive has exhibited average reliability, the front-wheel-drive and four-cylinder models have been above average.
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$19,900 – $20,800
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Its optional all-wheel drive costs you a dramatic 4 to 5 mpg compared to the front-drive model, but even these lower numbers make the Ford Escape Hybrid the most efficient sport-ute sold.
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$22,000 – $26,900
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Basically a large wagon, the Taurus X (originally called the Freestyle) has good crash tests and average reliability.
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$23,600 – $25,700
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The CR-V is one of the best-selling and most refined compact SUVs on the market.
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$22,100 – $23,300
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There are other boxy models out there, but none compares to the Element's versatility and individualism.
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$20,800 – $22,000
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The 2009 Honda Pilot has been sold since May 2008. Its aesthetics and gas mileage have disappointed, but it still qualifies as a Best Bet on its EPA-estimated mpg and good reliability history.
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$29,600 – $36,800
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The Santa Fe is one of the smallest midsize Best Bets and is thousands of dollars cheaper than many others in this category, despite its many standard features.
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$20,100 – $21,800
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Where the Santa Fe is one of the smallest midsize SUV Best Bet, the Veracruz is among the larger models, with three rows of seats.
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$30,100 – $33,200
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Based on the Ford Edge, the MKX is likewise a five-seater with generous cargo capacity, a more luxurious interior and more standard features
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$32,800 – $32,900
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The smallest of the midsize SUV Best Bets, the CX-7 is pure Mazda: less roomy and utilitarian than the competition, but definitely the most fun to drive.
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$19,800 – $21,400
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In the growing class of large crossover SUVs, the CX-9 stands out for its styling and interior quality, and for sporty driving.
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$25,300 – $26,900
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The Tribute adds a sporty flair to the good reliability and mileage of its better-known sister model, the Ford Escape.
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$18,600 – $21,500
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The Mariner is the most dolled-up version of Ford's Escape compact SUV, building off the fundamentals of good reliability and efficiency and adding a touch of luxury.
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$20,900 – $25,000
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Just like the non-hybrid model, the Mariner Hybrid is based on the Ford Escape but has more standard features and premium appointments, plus a higher sticker price to match.
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The Outlander's reliability has been above average, and though it's one of the longer models in the category, it does fall into the compact SUV class.
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$19,500 – $22,500
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Another veteran, the five-seat Murano was redesigned for 2008 and is now even more refined and lush.
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$25,800 – $29,900
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The Rogue came late to the compact-SUV game and took its place as one of the most efficient in the class.
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$19,500 – $20,900
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The redesigned Forester is larger and more like the competitors than its previous generation, a long-running Cars.com Best Bet.
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$21,500 – $25,100
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The Highlander has stood the test of time with exceptional reliability. For its size and power, it's remarkably fuel-efficient.
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$28,300 – $33,500
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Larger and roomier than the Escape Hybrid the Highlander Hybrid has been a success since its 2006 debut, including top-rated reliability.
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$35,200 – $40,200
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The four-cylinder Toyota RAV4 holds the distinction of being the most efficient non-hybrid SUV. A V-6 is also offered.
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$21,500 – $23,000
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