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Top Rated Compact Suvs of 2012
We have rated and listed the Top Rated compact suvs for Sale in 2012 along with their MSRP and Specifications. The overall ratings are based on user reviews, general markets and expert opinions.
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The 2012 Chevy Equinox MSRP of $23,530 features to retain the thrust of the 182 horsepower 2.4L I-4 and 264 hp 3.0L V-6 engines just like its predecessor. That being said...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 23-26
HP : 182 hp @ 6700 rpm
Starting Price
$23,530
The Hyundai Tucson is not a new name and we all are pretty familiar with it. In its very first generation, not a lot was sold because of its rather unconventional and qui...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 22-25
HP : 165 hp @ 6200 rpm
Starting Price
$19,145
The 2012 Mazda CX-5 . Between 4 trims, the Grand Vitara SUV offers a single engine but two transmissions. It is a 2.4L Inline-4 engine making 166 horsepower and 162 lb-ft...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 20-22
HP : 166 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price
$19,649
The 2012 Kia Sportage is a part of the third generation that offers a near-ideal balance of style and use. After the last year's redesign, the 2012 Sportage has an eye-ca...
Engine :Inline 4 | Turbo Inline 4
MPG : 22-25
HP : 176 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price
$18,500
Competing in the Toyota Highlander SUV . Spread across 4 trims, the Captiva Sport starts off at a base price of MSRP $23,435 and carries on to $32,035. Not all trims are ...
Engine :Inline 4 | V6
MPG : 18-23
HP : 182 hp @ 6700 rpm
Starting Price
$23,435
Making its debut in the year 2000, the Escape made its place in Ford’s ever-expanding lineup of crossovers and Ford offers a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with 171 hp...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 23-25
HP : 171 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price
$21,440
The GMC Terrain is stylish and sophisticated; two words that are seldom used in the compact crossover SUV segment. This is still the same generation that we have seen sin...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 23-26
HP : 182 hp @ 6700 rpm
Starting Price
$25,560
The 2012 Honda CR-V for sale gets a full redesign, making this best-selling compact SUV even more competitive. This fourth-generation 2012 CR-V has high safety ratings, a...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 25-26
HP : 185 hp @ 7000 rpm
Starting Price
$22,495
The 2012 Buick Enclave remains mostly unchanged this year apart from getting some updates to its features list. The Buick Enclave offers minivan-like practicality in a pr...
Engine :V6
MPG : 18-19
HP : 288 hp @ 6300 rpm
Starting Price
$36,500
Placed right above the Ford Escape , the Ford Edge is a perfect midsize crossover for a small family. Ford offers more than four SUVs in that range in various sizes and s...
Engine :V6
MPG : 19-22
HP : 285 hp @ 6500 rpm
Starting Price
$27,770
Competing in the Ford Escape . Spread across 3 trims, the Patriot SUV starts off at a base price of MSRP $15,995 and carries on to $25,330. Not all trims are built equal,...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 24-25
HP : 158 hp @ 6400 rpm
Starting Price
$15,995
The 2012 Toyota RAV4 remains the same and it looks a little bit off as compared to other crossovers in the market. With the seating capacity of five and 7 as optional, it...
Engine :Inline 4 | V6
MPG : 21-24
HP : 179 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price
$22,650
The Tiguan from Volkswagen is an upscale and premium option in the compact crossover SUV segment, and hence it costs a little more than the competition. For the higher pr...
Engine :Inline 4 | Turbo Inline 4
MPG : 21-24
HP : 200 hp @ 5100 rpm
Starting Price
$22,840
The Hyundai Santa Fe has always impressed us by being a balanced package. The vehicle gets a long list of features, comfortable cabin, and impressive performance. With th...
Engine :Inline 4 | V6
MPG : 22-23
HP : 175 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price
$23,225
Possibly the most value-laden family wagon out there, the 2012 Subaru Outback continues to impress. Utility and style, power and performance, and especially the all-wheel...
Engine :Flat 4 | Flat 6 | H-4
MPG : 20-24
HP : 170 hp @ 5600 rpm
Starting Price
$23,295
This mid-size crossover SUV class is getting competitive and manufacturers are launching so many vehicles in this segment to attract buyers, who want a car just to ride w...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 24-25
HP : 170 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price
$22,070
The 2012 Kia Sorento . Offered in 3 trim levels, the Nissan Xterra SUV starts off at a base price of MSRP $25,480. Its 4.0L V6 engine and 5-speed automatic transmission g...
Engine :V6
MPG : 17-18
HP : 261 hp @ 5600 rpm
Starting Price
$25,480
Cars like the 2012 midsize SUV segment. It offers 2 trims, starting off at an MSRP of $30,570....
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 29-32
HP : 177 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price
$30,570
Mitsubishi , being a Japanese car manufacturer, has always brought practical and value-for-money vehicles to buyers worldwide. Riding on the immense popularity and succes...
Engine :Inline 4 | V6
MPG : 21-25
HP : 168 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price
$22,345
The Toyota Sequoia is a full-size SUV from the house of Toyota. It is based on the Toyota Tundra pick-up and comes with a front fascia that resembles the mighty Tundra. I...
Engine :V8
MPG : 14-16
HP : 310 hp @ 5400 rpm
Starting Price
$40,930
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