2022 is coming to an end, and we invite you to remember which SUVs/crossovers have shown themselves well this year, so we consider them to be the best offers in their class.
Best SUVs of 2022 and 2023 (non-luxury):
Subcompact SUV
A well-rounded family-friendly model, spacious for its class, with a capable 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine making 158 hp and 184 lb.-ft., many modern tech and safety features, a gentle ride, and responsive handling.
- MSRP $23,495 – $33,645
- Fuel economy (combined MPG): 28-21
Compact SUV
A vehicle with a luxe interior, comfy seats, lots of standard features, zippy engine performance (2.5L turbo-4s with 187 and 256 hp), athletic handling, and respectable towing ability.
- MSRP $27,550 – $42,300
- Fuel economy (combined MPG): 25-27
Small 3-Row SUV
The model is a mix of practicality, available performance, value, and efficiency; it offers an upscale interior, composed ride and handling, and a generous array of standard features.
The 2023 model’s engines: a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter 191-hp 4-cylinder with 183 lb.-ft. of torque, a 2.5-liter turbo-4 with 281 hp and 311 lb.-ft., and a 1.6L turbo-4 hybrid engine putting out up to 227 hp and 258 lb.-ft.
- MSRP $29,990 – $43,590
- Fuel economy (combined MPG): 24-26
Midsize SUV
It is spacious both for passengers and cargo, offers plenty of technology and high-end cabin materials, as well as composed handling and a stout 280-hp 3.5-liter V6 engine, though a slightly stiff ride.
- MSRP $41,100- $46,560
- Fuel economy (combined MPG): 21-22
Midsize 3-row SUV
- MSRP $35,690-$52,785
- Fuel economy (combined MPG): 21-23
The SUV is well-packed with standard safety and convenience features; its ride, handling, and powertrain (3.8L V6 with 292 hp and 262 lb.-ft.) are worthy of praise, as is its interior which is roomy, including the 3rd row, high-end and user-friendly.
Large SUV
Chevrolet Suburban and GMC Yukon
- MSRP $55,500-$79,100 (Chevy), $57,400-$97,255 (GMC)
- Fuel economy (combined MPG): 16-17
Both related SUVs are capable passenger haulers and cargo carriers with a potent engine lineup of two gasoline V8s and a 3.0L Duramax Turbo-Diesel i6, an abundance of seating and luggage space, lots of intuitive tech and driver-assistance systems, poised ride and handling, though with sometimes-sluggish transmission and uneasy parking or maneuverability in tight areas.
