The lower ride height, better ride quality, flexible interiors, and stylish designs – there are so many reasons to pick a crossover over an SUV. Here are our top picks for this year.
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E
The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E is an electric crossover that balances performance and range in a smart package. It comfortably seats five adults and has 29 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and is loaded with safety and convenience features.
Price:
– Starts at $43,995 (including destination and excluding the $7,500 federal EV tax credit)
Quick Specs:
– Engine: Gas/Electric
– Mileage: 300 mi extended range battery
2021 Kia Telluride
The electric-razor grille and C-shaped headlights and taillights bring a smart, sporty stance to this crossover. Well-chosen textures and finishes elevate the interiors, and they only increase in opulence the higher up you go.
The Telluride sits up to eight adults more than comfortably and has a cargo capacity of up to 46 cubic feet (behind the second row). The CUV has earned top crash-test ratings and comes standard with automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitors, adaptive cruise control, and active lane control.
Price:
– The 2021 Telluride comes in four different versions, with the Telluride LX starting at $33,160.
Quick Specs:
– Engine: Regular Unleaded V-6, 3.8 L
– Gas Mileage: 19 mpg city/24 mpg highway
2021 Hyundai Palisade
2021 Hyundai Palisade is a plush crossover that’s perfect for hauling around a squad of up to eight in both comfort and style. Featuring a bold, reptilian design complete with a honeycomb grille and vertical LED headlights, the Palisade exceeds expectations on the inside too. Think digital screens, wireless tech, and an elegant cabin, with shapely seats wrapped in quilted leather (with heating and cooling, if you shell out enough). Aside from space for people, the Palisade also has 86.4 cubic feet of room for cargo.
The CUV also comes equipped with automatic emergency braking, a surround-view camera system, and more – so it’s not surprising that it scored top safety ratings.
Price:
– A $32,525 starting price, while the highest trim level tops out at $47,750.
Quick Specs:
– Engine: Regular Unleaded V-6, 3.8 L
– Gas Mileage: 19 mpg city/24 mpg highway
