The Top Ten 2009 SUVS – If you are looking to purchase a new SUV I have made a list of the top ten SUVs for 2009.
1. 2009 Honda CR-V is a great choice for most families. It is stylish and gets good gas mileage.
The 2009 Honda CR-V models start at $21,000 and seats 5 people.
The 2009 Honda CR-V is available 3 models and you have a choice of 2 wheel drive or 4 wheel drive.
The three models of the 2009 Honda CR-V are Lx, Ex and the EX-L
XM radio is available on the Honda CR-V models.
All 3 models get 20 mpg city and 27 mpg highway.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has given it 5-star frontal and 5-star side impact ratings.The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has recognized the Honda CR-V as a 2007 “Top Safety Pick.”
automobiles.honda.com/cr-v/
2. 2009 Toyota RAV4
The 2009 Toyota Rav4 models start at $21,500 and get a very respectable 22 mpg city and 28 mpg
highway with seating for 5.
The 2009 Toyota Rav4 is available in three models: Base, Sport and Limited.
All models of the Rav4 include enhanced vehicle stability control and a tire pressure monitor system. Always ensuring your tire pressure is correct saves you money on gas.
http://www.toyota.com/rav4/
3. 2009 Honda Pilot
The 2009 Honda pilot starts at $27,500 and has seating for 8. Making the Pilot an ideal choice for a larger family. The 2009 Pilot gets 17 mpg city and 23 mpg highway.
The 2009 Honda Pilot is available if 4 models :LX, Ex, EX-L and the Touring edition. All models are available in 2 wheel drive or 4 wheels drive.
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has named the 2009 Pilot a “Top Safety Pick” in its class. 5-Star Performer Drive with confidence in the Pilot. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has given it 5-star frontal and 5-star side impact ratings.
http://automobiles.honda.com/pilot/
4. 2009 Toyota Highlander
The 2009 Toyota Highlander models start at $27,600 and has seating for 7.
The 2009 Highlander gets 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway.
All 2009 Toyota Highlanders have enhanced vehicle stability control with cutoff switch and traction Control.
The 2009 Highlander is available in 5 models: The Highlander, Sport, Limited, Hybrid and Hybrid Limited. The Hybrid model gets 27 mpg city and starts at $34,700.
http://www.toyota.com/highlander/
5. 2009 Chevy Suburban
The 2009 Chevy Suburban is ideal for larger families. A bit pricey starting at $40,000 but well worth it if you have a large family. The 2009 Chevy Suburban is available in 4 models: LS, LT, LTZ and the Three-Quarter ton.
The Suburban can comfortable seat 8 adults.
The Suburban only get 14 mpg city and 17 mpg highway.
The Suburban comes standard with a one year subscription to OnStar and a three month subscription to XM radio standard.
http://www.chevrolet.com/suburban/
6. 2009 Nissan Rogue
The 2009 Nissan Rogue has seating for 5 and models start at $19,400.
The 2009 Nissan Rogue would be ideal for smaller families and singles.
The Rogue is a Consumers Digest best buy and gets 22 mpg city and 27 mpg highway.
The 2009 Nissan Rogue received a 2008 IIHS Top Safety Pick Award.
The Rogue is available in two models : S and the SL
http://www.nissanusa.com/rogue/
7. 2009 Ford Escape
The 2009 Ford Escape has seating for 5 and models start at $20,000.
The Escape gets great gas mileage 20 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.
The 2009 Ford Escape has a option of FordSYNC by Microsoft. SYNC is a voice activated system that works with many Bluetooth electronics and MP3 players.
http://www.fordvehicles.com/suvs/escape/
8. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
The 2009 Toyota 4Runner has seating for 5 and models start at $28,640.
The 4Runner comes in 3 models: SR5, Sport edition and Limited.
The 2009 Toyota 4Runners comes standard with vehicle stability control.
The 4Runner is a great choice when you do not want a tiny SUV yet are not ready for a gigantic one.
http://www.toyota.com/4runner
9. 2009 Subaru Forester
The 2009 Subaru Forester models start at $19,995 and have seating for 5.
The Forester gets 20 mpg city and 26 mpg highway
The 2009 Subaru Forester is available in 5 models: 2.X, 2.5X Premium, 2.5Limited, 2.5XT, 2.5XT Limited
www.subaru.com/shop/model_consideration.jsp?model=FORESTER
10. 2009 Nissan Murano
The 2009 Nissan Murano has seating for 5 and models start at $27,680.
The Murano is a fun crossover SUV. Both single people and smaller families would love this SUV.
The Murano get 18 mpg city and 23 mpg highway.
The 2009 Nissan Murano received a IIHS Top Safety Pick
www.nissanusa.com/murano/
