The mid-sized SUVs owners are most likely to buy again, according to Consumer Reports |
The mid-sized SUVs owners are most likely to buy again, according to Consumer Reports
Every year, Consumer Reports asks its members which vehicles they would buy again
A good measure of a car is whether its owner would buy it again. It’s a question Consumer Reports asks its members every year, as it tries to understand the cars people love — even if those vehicles don’t score the highest on its experts' rankings.
It compiled a list of various mid-sized SUVs people keep coming back to. Continue reading to see what they are — and what CR experts think about them.
Starting around $45,000, the redesigned Passport comes CR- and owner-recommended. The SUV won praise for its comfort, handling, and straightforward controls. Plus, it has a roomy backseat and storage. Mileage isn’t great, though, as it gets 21 mpg overall.
Drivers love the Ford $F Bronco, though CR doesn’t. Starting just above $40,000, the car has great off-road handling but it's lackluster elsewhere, with low reliability, poor mileage, and a noisy cabin. Still, drivers love the design and feel of the car despite its flaws.
Toyota Crown Signia 2026
Drivers love the Toyota $TM Crown Signia — and so do CR testers. “The ride is comfortable and controlled, and handling is competent and secure,” CR said. “The interior is elegant, the front seats are very comfortable, and the rear seat is reasonably roomy.” It starts around $44,500 and gets an impressive 37 mpg overall.
Toyota Highlander 2026
Drivers and experts alike love the Highlander Hybrid and the longer Highlander Grand Hybrid. Both cars will set you back somewhere around $45,000 with simple trims, but get an overall 35 mpg, have room for the whole family, and are safe and comfortable.
Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid 2026
The Santa Fe comes CR recommended and gets an overall 34 mpg, which is impressive for a three-row SUV. CR experts and owners alike love the car, which has a comfortable and quiet cabin, lots of cargo space, and drives nicely. It starts a little bit above $36,000.