Making the transition from a regular vehicle to an SUV can be overwhelming at first. You may not know how much car you actually need yet, and you might be worried about things like gas consumption. It also depends what you intend to do with the vehicle. Some may need it as a family vehicle. Others might need a workhorse with cargo space. This is why it’s important that you take your time, and look at as many vehicles as possible before you make your final choice. Here are some of the best SUVs on the market for first time owners.
Kia Sorento
The Kia Sorento is a simple, straightforward vehicle with everything you would expect from an SUV. It has tons of space, can handle off roading very well, and has a deceivingly compact looking exterior for a 2 row SUV. It also has tons of cargo volume and can easily seat up to 7 passengers. As a matter of fact, it still has 11 cubic feet of cargo left even with all the seats up.
The car also has very powerful powertrains. The 2.4-cylinder version delivers around 178 ft-lbs of torque, and 3.3-liter V6 can deliver 252 ft-lbs of torque. Its great drivability, options and trims, and user friendly center console make it one of the best choices for a first SUV.
Mazda CX-3
One of the things that scares compact and sedan vehicle owners away from SUVs is the size. Some might be concerned about fuel efficiency, but others like the convenience aspect of smaller cars.
The CX-3 is a happy medium between a family sedan and an SUV, and was actually built on the same platform the Mazda 2 was built on. This makes for an ultra-responsive and compact SUV with enough space for everybody. And it’s also one of the most fuel efficient in its category.
Honda HR-V
Subcompact SUVs are a great option as first SUVs, and the Honda HR-V is a great choice if you are turned off by the CRV’s size. The car actually looks like a cross between a wagon, coupe and subcompact. And while the exterior might seem compact, it still has tons of cargo space at around 58 cubic feet. If you were worried about gas consumption, the car will give you more than 28 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway.
Ford Flex
The Ford Flex is a great choice if you recently had a minivan and are looking for something more stylish and versatile. The Flex seats seven passengers, and is perfect for a small family. The interior is one of the roomiest and most comfortable we have ever seen, and offers a massive 20 cubic feet of cargo space with all seats up.
So, if you were on the market for your first SUV, all of these vehicles are worth a look. Don’t hesitate to look around and take a few of these for a drive to see if they’re what you’re actually looking for.
