2009 SUV Buying Guides


The Consumer Guide to 2009 SUVs

2009 buying guide

Compact SUVs
Looking for a vehicle that's small on fuel consumption but large on utility? Check out a compact SUV. Our buying guide breaks down what's offered in this class. 

2009 buying guide

Premium Compact SUVs
This class may be small in numbers now, but it is poised to explode during the next few years.

2009 buying guide

Midsize SUVs
Consumer Guide classifies 35 vehicles as midsize SUVs. Our buying guide will help you find the right one.

2009 buying guide

Premium Midsize SUVs
Consumer Guide classifies 18 different models as premium midsize SUVs. Use our buying guide to compare them all.

2009 buying guide
­Large SUVs
Consumer Guide's large SUV class is made up of six vehicles.
Whichever model you choose, all large SUVs are designed for maximum cargo and passenger versatility.

2009 buying guide

­­Premium Large SUVs
Consumer Guide puts nine vehicles in this class. All players in this category appeal to well-heeled shoppers who want and need more than what any coupe, sedan, or smaller SUV has to offer.


The Consumer Guide to 2009 Alternative Fuel Vehicles

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Hybrid Vehicles
In the market for better fuel economy? The Consumer Guide to 2009 Hybrid Vehicles breaks down all of your gas-electric hybrid vehicle choices on sale this year.

2009 buying guide

E85 Flex-Fuel Vehicles
New-car buyers can select from among 33 models that can run on E85, a blend of up to 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent gasoline. Choices include cars, minivans, SUVs, and pickup trucks.

2009 buying guide
Diesel Vehicles
Dirty diesel is a thing of the past. Check out which automakers offer clean diesel models for 2009.


Click here for Consumer Guide's 2008 Vehicle Class Buying Guides.
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