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It is known in some countries as an '''off-roader''' or '''four wheel drive''', often abbreviated to '''[[Four Wheel Drive|4WD]]''' or '''[[Four Wheel Drive|4x4]]''', and pronounced "four-by-four". More recently, SUVs designed primarily for driving on roads have grown in popularity. A new category, the [[crossover SUV]] uses [[Automobile|car]] components for lighter weight and better [[Fuel efficiency|fuel economy]]. | It is known in some countries as an '''off-roader''' or '''four wheel drive''', often abbreviated to '''[[Four Wheel Drive|4WD]]''' or '''[[Four Wheel Drive|4x4]]''', and pronounced "four-by-four". More recently, SUVs designed primarily for driving on roads have grown in popularity. A new category, the [[crossover SUV]] uses [[Automobile|car]] components for lighter weight and better [[Fuel efficiency|fuel economy]]. | ||
[[Image:2008 Mercury Mariner.jpg]] | |||
[[Mercury Mariner]] A Compact Luxury SUV | |||
[[Image:2007 Mercury Mountaineer.jpg]] | [[Image:2007 Mercury Mountaineer.jpg]] | ||
[[Mercury Mountaineer]] A Mid-size Luxury | [[Mercury Mountaineer]] A Mid-size Luxury SUV | ||
Revision as of 13:52, 20 April 2007
A sport utility vehicle, or SUV, is a type of passenger vehicle which combines the load-hauling and versatility of a pickup truck with the passenger-carrying space of a van or station wagon. Most SUVs are designed with a roughly square cross-section, an engine compartment, a combined passenger and cargo compartment, and no dedicated trunk. Most mid-size and full-size SUVs have 5 or more seats, and a cargo area directly behind the last row of seats. Mini SUVs, such as the Jeep Wrangler, may have fewer seats.
It is known in some countries as an off-roader or four wheel drive, often abbreviated to 4WD or 4x4, and pronounced "four-by-four". More recently, SUVs designed primarily for driving on roads have grown in popularity. A new category, the crossover SUV uses car components for lighter weight and better fuel economy.
Mercury Mariner A Compact Luxury SUV
Mercury Mountaineer A Mid-size Luxury SUV
