Nissan's five-door wagon for the compact class works as a pure SUV that's part cushy transportation vehicle for riders and part tool box for hauling lifestyle sports paraphernalia like a load of mountain bikes, gear for camping or rock climbing, skis or kayaks. Read More »

A new SUV for Pontiac measures large in the compact class with a broad track and extended wheelbase. Read More »

Restyled front and rear fascias mark 2006 models of Saturn's compact-class SUV, while inside the cabin seats are new with trim accents added in wood and chrome. Read More »

For Vue the Red Line means a special package of equipment with the V6 engine and five-speed automatic transmission for either FWD or AWD traction. Read More »

The boxy exterior package of Saturn's Relay looks like an SUV, yet the stretched wheelbase supports a generous passenger compartment with three tiers of seats for seven plus a flat floor arrangement to handle a load of cargo. Read More »

The revision of Suzuki's compact-class sport-utility vehicle begins with a rigid new unit-body monocoque structure that's typically used for sporty cars rather than trucks. Read More »

In 1996, Toyota hit a home run by doing something no other car company had done before: it built an SUV on a car platform. It seemed an odd move "” is it a car or an SUV? But as it turned out, America was more than ready for a vehicle that offered the styling and roominess of an SUV in a smaller, more fuel-efficient package. Read More »

No, we didn't place the wrong picture here. This is the Mercury Mariner, a slightly revamped version of the popular Ford Escape SUV, which looks and drives almost exactly like its cheaper cousin. The one area where the Mariner is a serious improvement over the Escape is in the interior, where better materials and a more pleasing color palette make it feel slightly more upscale. Read More »

With a slightly new look for 2005, the Ford Escape is more refined and comfortable than ever. It has a quieter cabin with better materials than last year's model, and its ride is still smooth and car-like. Inside, while it still won't be mistaken for a luxury car, the 2005 Escape has a new look and feel to match its intense competition from both domestic and foreign companies. Read More »

You can't argue with America's No. 1 warranty. With the economy's unpredictable behavior as of late, a 7-year, 100,000-mile guarantee is highly appealing to middle-class America. Read More »