There’s a lot to love about SUVs! They are practical, useful, sit up higher on the road, and have the cargo room and passenger space that many families need. SUVs fit more people comfortably than sedans and sometimes there’s a third row available for even higher passenger capacity. These days driving an SUV doesn’t mean giving up power, handling, or performance. Modern SUVs ae powerful and considered fun to drive. A brand new SUV on a showroom floor often comes with a pretty big pricetag. But there is a lot of value to be found in purchasing a pre-owned SUV, with all of the style and features but not all of the cost. CarMax is a national chain with 195 locations selling pre-owned cars. The auto experts there say the Nissan Rogue, the Chevrolet Equinox and the Ford Escape are the three best pre-owned SUVs.
A 2017 Nissan Rogue will come with a 2.5 liter 4-cylinder engine. The Rogue's estimated gas mileage is up to 26 miles per gallon in the city and 33 miles to a gallon on the highway. This SUV had a bit of a body style update from previous years, but it retained the soft-edge shape. The Rogue has quad-beam headlights with LED daytime running lights, 17-inch tires, driver memory and a remote start feature. There were options available on the 2017 that included heated steering wheels, pedestrian detection and lane departure warnings. Consumer Reports says the Rogue is easy-to-drive and comfortable with a roomy back seat.
A 2017 Chevrolet Equinox has a 2.4 liter 4-cylinder engine. It gets approximately 21 miles to the gallon in the city and 31 miles to the gallon on the highway. The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox is typically equipped with ABS brakes, AM/FM radio with satellite capability, auxiliary audio input, Bluetooth, a tow hitch, a rear view camera, overhead airbags, a post-collision safety system, emergency braking assistance, dusk-sensing headlamps and traction control. Reviewers say the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox has a spacious interior and a comfortable and quiet ride. Consumer Reports calls the Chevrolet Equinox a nice option in the category between small SUVs and the larger seven-passenger model vehicles.
A 2017 Ford Escape is powered by a 1.5 liter 4-cylinder engine. Its estimated gas mileage is 23 miles to the gallon in the city and 30 miles to the gallon on the highway. The 2017 Escape typically comes with ABS brakes, a back-up camera, blind spot monitor, tow hitch, traction control, Bluetooth, and AM/FM satellite-ready radio. Other options that were available for brand-new 2017 Ford Escapes included power liftgate, panoramic sun and moonroofs, and rear parking assist. Consumer Reports calls the 2017 Ford Escape solid, sophisticated, athletic and fun to drive.
As SUVs continue to grow in popularity, offerings on the pre-owned market will continue to expand. The 2017 Nissan Rogue, 2017 Chevrolet Equinox and the 2017 Ford Escape all get high marks from vehicle sellers and vehicle drivers that make them the three best pre-owned SUVs on the market.