What Is An SUV?
What Is an SUV?
A sport utility vehicle (SUV) is a car classification that combines elements of road-going passenger cars with features from off-road vehicles, such as raised ground clearance and four-wheel drive.
There is no commonly agreed-upon definition of an SUV and usage of the term varies between countries. Thus, it is “a loose term that traditionally covers a broad range of vehicles with four-wheel drive.” Some definitions claim that an SUV must be built on a light truck chassis; however, broader definitions consider any vehicle with off-road design features to be an SUV. A crossover SUV is often defined as an SUV built with a unibody construction (as with passenger cars); however, the designations are increasingly blurred because of the capabilities of the vehicles, the labeling by marketers, and the electrification of new models.
What Type Of Car Is An SUV?
Sports Utility Vehicle
First of all the basics. SUV stands for ‘Sports Utility Vehicle‘, a fairly loose term but one that generally refers to stylish, sleek-looking vehicles that offer elegant city driving but also handle rugged terrain thanks to a typical 4×4 capability.
Top Rated SUV In South Africa?
- Toyota Corolla Cross – 1,281 units
- Chery Tiggo 4 Pro – 708 units
- Toyota Fortuner – 695 units
- Haval Jolion – 677 units
- Renault Kiger – 625 units
- VW T-Cross – 492 units
- Kia Sonet – 454 units
- Nissan Magnite – 430 units
- Haval H6 – 357 units
- Hyundai Venue – 329 units
- Toyota Urban Cruiser – 317 units
- Chery Tiggo 7 Pro – 312 units
Why Is SUV Popular?
SUVs accounted for 36.8 of the world’s passenger car market. SUV sales then went up 2.6%. Over a million of those sales were new SUVs or light pickup trucks.
Advantages Of SUV?
SUVs combine the storage and hauling of pickup trucks with the comfort of a station wagon, explains All Car Leasing. The combination includes large interior spaces and two or three rows of seating. SUVs give their owners flexibility in transporting people and cargo. With all the space in an SUV, owners can pick up groceries, carry luggage for road trips, haul the equipment for sports and activities, and still have enough seating for a larger group as an SUV often has seven seats.
While SUVs don’t have the best fuel economy, says Autos.com, they were originally built to enable a vehicle to pass over rugged terrain without scraping the underside of the vehicle. This design gives them a high center of gravity and seating positions. They also have a strong engine and powerful towing capabilities. Nowadays, SUVs are divided into two types. One type is for hauling heavy loads or going off-road, such as the Toyota 4Runner, while the other is known for its sleek looks and secure handling. Both types can tackle slippery road conditions and shallow standing water like the Ford Flex.