| ng for a Midsize SUV but want to stay on a budget? | | | | value at any price. |
| No problem! Who said SUVs have to be a drain on | | | | Second, safety is important. An affordable SUV |
| your pocketbook? We don't think so. To prove our | | | | doesn't mean that you should compromise on basic |
| theory, we decided to look at available Sport Utility | | | | safety features. After all, what's going to be more |
| Vehicles that can hold their own against other | | | | important in an accident – leather seats or |
| top-selling SUVs, but can also be as easy on your | | | | well-designed airbags? Make sure your SUV offers |
| finances as the payment for a mid-size car. | | | | what you need. Need a 2-wheel drive vehicle? Get |
| First, let's consider what you should look for in a | | | | one. Do you deal with snowy conditions several |
| Midsize SUV. Most people prefer SUVs for cars for | | | | months out of the year? If so, then you're better suited |
| two reasons: more cargo space and better safety | | | | for a 4-wheel drive SUV. Do yourself a favor and get |
| features. If you're looking for an SUV at any price, you | | | | a 4-wheel drive. If you don't, you're sure to regret |
| should make sure it meets your needs. Cargo space | | | | scrimping on the features that make handling the |
| first. An SUV should provide you with enough space to | | | | vehicle easier and safer. |
| haul the type of cargo you typically need to take with | | | | So what are the options? We found three dependable |
| you, as well as seat the correct number of | | | | Midsize SUVs that start at under $20,000. Each has |
| passengers. This is the reason, in and of itself, many | | | | impressive features, but we found the one we thought |
| people decide on a Midsize SUV over a Compact | | | | was the best value. |
| SUV. If it doesn't meet your needs, it's not a good | | | | |