Best Midsize SUVs Rating from Indy Auto Man

SUVs are popular in the US for their cross-country abilities, stability, and spacious interiors. You will find 100+ used SUVs from different manufacturers at Indy Auto Man, Indianapolis. Here are the top 10 models you should consider if you want to buy a reliable midsize SUV for the whole family:

1. Kia Telluride
2. Dodge Durango
3. Toyota 4Runner
4. Nissan Pathfinder
5. Chevrolet Blazer
6. Jeep Grand Cherokee
7. Chevrolet Traverse
8. Subaru Outback
9. Ford Edge
10. Honda Pilot

We prepared the top 5 midsize SUVs rating with model reviews to help you choose your favorite vehicle based on your needs and priorities.

The 2022 Kia Telluride is a midsize SUV developed by the South Korean brand specifically for the US market. The car is driven exclusively by a 3.8-liter naturally aspirated engine in tandem with an uncontested automatic transmission. The model competes in the North American market with the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, Mazda CX-9, and Hyundai Santa Fe. However, the Telluride has something to surprise the buyers. In particular, the new design that the car received recently.

The Telluride did not get updates on equipment and technical characteristics after restyling. Therefore, all the advantages and disadvantages of the previous model apply to the updated crossover. The main advantages of this Kia SUV are:

• good off-road performance;
• eight-seat passenger compartment;
• excellent engine;
• rich equipment;
• quality security systems.

However, the KIA Telluride also has disadvantages, such as slow acceleration, not the best maneuverability, as well a lack of choice of power units and gearboxes.

The two initial generations of the Durango were frame-based. The first generation of the car was classified as a mid-size SUV, the second – as a full-size. The third generation of the model has a load-bearing body.

The model is unified with the Jeep Grand Cherokee, produced at the same plant. So, the cars have identical suspension, engine, and gearbox. The Durango is equipped with a six- or eight-cylinder gasoline engine. The eight-cylinder engine has the function of deactivating half of the cylinders. This helps to save fuel when using cruise control on the highway. The most expensive Citadel trim has a leather interior, keyless entry, remote engine start, a multimedia system for rear passengers, and an electric tailgate.

Among other advantages of this SUV are:

• Charismatic and brutal appearance;
• Spacious and comfortable interior;
• High reliability;
• A range of powerful and hassle-free engines;
• Decent handling combined with a comfortable suspension;
• Good configurations.

Some technical solutions require modernization. But, on the other hand, it gives Dodge a touch of the harsh old school, and thus adds charm.

The 4Runner SUV has been a part of Toyota’s lineup for decades. Throughout its life, the Toyota 4Runner car has undergone many changes. From the beginning, the 4Runner has been and remains a mid-size SUV with a frame body.

The model holds the glory of a reliable car with unpretentious engines, transmission, and suspension. Among other advantages are:

• Safety – The current fifth-generation 4Runner has passed the EuroNCAP and IIHS tests and received 4 stars for safety.
• Large cargo area.
• Great handling.
• Plenty of space for passengers.
• Stylish appearance.

Meanwhile, the manner of driving on certain sections of the road does not allow recommending it to absolutely everyone. As expected, the class presents several worthy alternatives. So, the Jeep Grand Cherokee will handle the whims of off-road just as well as the 4Runner, offering a more refined interior, better steering, and additional engine options.

Nissan Pathfinder is a 5-door SUV with a front-engine layout and front- or all-wheel drive. The fourth generation of the Pathfinder is designed on the FF-L platform, the same as the Infiniti JX and Nissan Murano. The SUV differs from the previous generation in efficiency, unusual for vehicles of this class: it consumes 30% less fuel.

One of the main advantages of the third-generation Pathfinder over SUVs of the same class is numerous interior transformation options: all seats fold independently, and, no less important, form a flat floor.

Other advantages of the Nissan Pathfinder are:

• A solid frame structure;
• Full locks in the transmission;
• Optimal suspension settings;
• Good sound insulation of the cabin.

But there is one significant drawback: for an SUV, the Pathfinder has too fragile plastic protection for such significant elements as the transmission and engine. And the plastic crankcase protection in the normal position practically adjoins the pan and can protect the crankcase only from dirt getting into the engine compartment.

The Chevrolet Traverse is worth considering if maximum space is your priority – it is one of the largest three-row SUVs in the mid-size class.  The second generation of the Traverse has changed dramatically compared to its previous version. Instead of a slightly lifted minivan, the body has become more reminiscent of massive Tahoe and Suburban SUVs.

This car is exactly the one in which the internal comfort and safety of each passenger are set as the main priority for car manufacturers. Three rows of seats inside have remained unchanged since the first generation, which can comfortably accommodate two adults due to the long base and high roof. Other benefits include:

• Spacious luggage compartment.
• Advanced security system.
• Sporty design atypical for a family car.
• High stability on the road in any weather conditions.

But the Chevrolet Traverse still has several drawbacks: it rolls on corners, and passengers in the third row will feel all bumps on the road.

The choice of used midsize SUVs is vast, and if you feel lost in the variety of options, visit Indy Auto Man, IN, today to get qualified advice and overall assistance!