Glossary / General

compact SUV

12 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

A compact SUV is a small, rugged vehicle that can carry passengers and cargo, but it’s easier to drive than larger SUVs.

Technical Definition

A compact SUV is a small sport utility vehicle that balances cargo space with maneuverability, typically built on a car platform.

Hear It Discussed

"Trytogetthatonthebackofthecar. ThisisconsideredacompactSUV,youandIthinkwouldmostlikelyclassifyitasamid-size."
Glowing Tires, 21+ get aways, and the Kia Sportage PHEV? In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk Show 11:02

"...the hybrids are the ones to get out of all of those because the fuel economy differences, the better value, having to fill up your tank less because it's got more range..."
CarCast+Edmunds - New Toyota RAV4 is significantly improved but is it enough to beat the top competitors? CarCast 23:14

"The compact SUV is 4.6 metres long with a 2.8-metre long wheelbase."
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