Recommended SUVs
Acura MDX
MDX is top-rated in crash tests and has a history of above-average reliability. The MDX offers 18 mpg in a good-sized crossover. Updated for 2010 with a new transmission and revised styling.
$42,230 - $51,855
Ford Edge
The Edge carries above-average reliability and 20-mpg rating with FWD. The AWD version has been average in reliability and gets 19 mpg.
$27,420 - $35,070
Ford Escape Hybrid
The Ford Escape's maximum gas mileage rating, 24 mpg, makes it one of the most efficient best crossovers or SUVs, Escape has been average in reliability. But the Escape Hybrid offers a combined 32 mpg in the FWD version and above average reliability.
$15,170 - $27,075
Honda CR-V
The CR-V's 28 mpg rating, and its much better than average reliability equals the best of the Best SUVs or crossovers.
$27,420 - $35,070
Honda Pilot
Pilot's reliability has been above average, with a 19-mpg rating in the FWD version, the Pilot makes the grade as a midsize crossover Best Bet.
$27,895 - $38,645
Hyundai Veracruz
The Veracruz with average reliability and 19-mpg rating just makes the cut as a midsize crossover Best selection.
$28,145 - $35,895
Infiniti EX35
The EX35's sporty nature costs it in mileage, an estimated 19 mpg despite the EX's small size. Its reliability has been above average.
$33,800 - $36,000
Lexus RX 350
RX crossover has been completely redesigned for 2010. The RX continues to offer top-notch reliability as well as unbeaten mileage of 21 mpg.
$37,250 - $38,650
Mazda CX-9
The sport-oriented CX-9's reliability has been average; 18 mpg is the lowest combined mileage of full-size crossovers, but it makes the grade with room to spare.
$28,805 - $34,215
Mitsubishi Outlander
The Outlander's reliability has been above average. 24-mpg maximum mileage puts Outlander in league with the most efficient compact crossovers.
$28,805 - $34,215
Nissan Rogue
The Rogue's reliability has been above average, and mileage tops out at 24 mpg. CVT technology gives the Rogue decent performance as well as good fuel economy.
$20,460 - $25,310
Subaru Forester
The Forester's most efficient version makes the cutoff at 22 mpg. It delivers much better than average reliability; the turbocharged version is merely average.
$20,295 - $28,495
Toyota Highlander
Highlander is above average reliability and its mileage tops out at 22 mpg. Hybrid's 26mpg qualifies with plenty of room to spare, Highlander Hybrid's reliability history is above average.
$25,855 - $34,670
Toyota RAV4
The RAV4 remains at the top of the Best SUVs heap with the Honda CR-V, boasting an estimated 24 mpg and top reliability. Small-to-midsize sport utility vehicle is a good choice.
$21,675 - $27,985
