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So you have decided to spend big and get yourself jack of all traits. Thats a big, costly decision if you are single but if you have a growing family than it can become the best decision that you ever made. But lets face the reality; you want an all-rounder for schools duty, grocery shopping and camping and not for hard core treacherous terrain racing. Well, if you have accepted this reality then making this decision wont be much troublesome, here are our carefully selected contenders that can easily carry 5 to 7 people and will make you look cooler than mom-driven minivans and MPVs.
Jeep Compass:
You can get yourself a nicer but less reliable compact SUV for 16,700 in form of Jeep Compass. As of 2011, Jeep has introduced many design improvements and loads of optional extra which easily push its price close to RAV4 but better Cherokee-like styling make it worth while. Revised suspension, all terrain wheels and fancy off-road package improves its value for money, 2011 US sales figures just prove that.
Ford Kuga:
Well it might seem like an odd choice, since its not even an SUV but a crossover SUV, still Kuga has many tricks under its sleeve that make it a contender for best compact SUV currently in Britain. First of all 21,900 is tough to beat especially with Fords warranties. Then Co2 figures of 154g/km, 0 to 60 in under 10 seconds, fuel efficiency of 48 MPG and loads of off-road gadgets reaffirm its spot in this list.
RAV4:
Its an unwritten rule in automobile guide book that you cannot go wrong with the vehicle having Toyota badge. Toyota RAV4 is as reliable as an automobile can get, as economical and sturdy as any other Toyota and as versatile as the best in line compact SUV can be. With price tag of 23,340 and option for choosing either a straight 4 or a V6 engine, RAV4 doesnt compromises on power though you might feel congested and little short on space.
Notable Mention:
If all of the above nominations dont move you then this special guest will, Range Rover Evoque. Its the latest addition in Range Rovers lineup and prices start from 28,695, all taxes included. Before moving on to its features, its looks alone are enough to make your heart melt. If not, then figures like 62 MPG, 130g/km and 150 BHP should ring all sort of bells in your mind. If you can spend an extra 8,000 then Evoque has to be your choice as this SUV is in a class of its own.