In the rock 'em, sock 'em heyday of the SUV, manufacturers couldn't make enough of them to meet demand.
But the price of a gallon of gasoline went from under a buck to almost $4, and the truck-like comportment of SUVs caught up to them.
Manufacturers have gotten the message, though, and analysts see a fresh wave of SUVs that haven't sacrificed size or power poised for a comeback to match the recovering economy.
Edmunds.com features editor Mike McGrath recommends the following five SUVs for buyers ready to stretch out a bit:
Jeep Grand Cherokee
"Jeep hasn't forgotten its roots and the Grand Cherokee is proof," McGrath said. "The Grand Cherokee is comfortable, sure, but it's also terrifically capable with four-wheel-drive and a host of off-road assisting tech." An additional appeal is a starting MSRP below $30,000, a price tag that gives the Grand Cherokee an advantage. (MSRP: $29,995, MPG: 22/30)
Ford Expedition
"The Expedition isn't all-new like Ford's aluminum-intensive new F-150, but it has been thoroughly refreshed into one of the best offerings in the large SUV class," McGrath said. A twin-turbocharged V6 makes the Expedition "faster than it needs to be," according to McGrath. "If you need a real SUV, take a serious look at this one." (MSRP: $43,845; MPG: 16/22)
Toyota Sequoia
McGrath gave a nod to Toyota's best offering, the Sequoia. "There's still a strong market for real, tough, truck-based SUVs, and the Sequoia is Toyota's entry into this field," he said. Sequoia's big V8 engine cranks out 381 horsepower, giving it stellar towing capacity of 7,400 pounds. (MSRP: $44,395, MPG: 13/17)
Chevy Suburban
The Suburban is the king of large SUVs, and unlike the Expedition, it's all new. "And it shows," McGrath said. "Inside and out, it looks fresh and modern, even if its V8 is outclassed by the Expedition's more powerful V6." (MSRP: $48,250, MPG: 16/23)
BMW X5
The BMW X5 has dynamic styling, luxury to spare, a little more trim profile and a ridiculous array of power options. "It's your luxury pick if you want your SUV with a side of horsepower," said McGrath. The base engine produces 300 horsepower while the xDrive50i makes 445. Not enough? The X5 M makes a staggering 567 horsepower. (MSRP: $53,900, MPG: 24/31)
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