The Dodge Durango is perhaps the crossover most like an old-school SUV in this class: though it can carry a boatload of passengers, it's also equipped with a relatively rugged all-wheel-drive system and has a V-8 option for towing.
The Nissan Pathfinder recently chucked its old SUV bona fides and threw in with the crossover crowd; it's based on the Altima sedan, and has a CVT and a 6-cylinder, plus a 4-cylinder hybrid version.
The Chevy Traverse sizes up nicely against the biggie Pathfinder, and it's just as carlike, with only a big V-6 and an option for all-wheel drive.
Finally, the Ford Flex is the crossover closest in concept to a real station wagon.
It's missing only the faux-wood paneling to complete its Fairlane-alike styling—make your own and save up for the fantastic turbocharged EcoBoost powertrain.
The Honda Pilot is all-new this year, with a smoothed-over form and revamped interior appointments.
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The 2016 Toyota Highlander isn't all that exciting to look at or to drive, but it's very versatile and handsome enough to be a great minivan alternative. |
The 2016 Chevy Traverse is a smooth and comfortable alternative to the minivan or full-size SUV. |
The 2016 Dodge Durango hits a sweet spot between crossovers and SUVs—if you're willing to overlook the thirst, that is. |
The 2016 Honda Pilot has axed its hard edges: it's once again a smooth, capable family wagon, one that raises the bar for refinement. |
The 2016 Nissan Pathfinder lacks sporty or off-road intentions, instead offering space for seven in a composed, quiet environment. |
If you're looking to make a statement while you shuffle the kids around, it's hard to beat the 2015 Ford Flex. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $30,490 | $28,700 | $30,495 | $30,345 | $29,830 | $29,100 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 18 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 22 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 25 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||||
| Regular Unleaded I-4 | Gas V6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 |
| EPA Class | |||||
| Small SUV 2WD | 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle | N/A | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD | Standard SUV 2WD |
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| FWD 4-Door I4 LE (GS) | FWD 4-Door LS w/1SM | 2WD 4-Door SXT | 2WD 4-Door LX | 2WD 4-Door S | 4-Door SE FWD |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 8 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 7 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||||
| Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
| Transmission | |||||
| Automatic w/OD | Automatic | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | CVT w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2016 Toyota Highlander vs. 2016 Chevrolet Traverse | 2016 Toyota Highlander vs. 2016 Dodge Durango | 2016 Toyota Highlander vs. 2016 Honda Pilot | 2016 Toyota Highlander vs. 2016 Nissan Pathfinder | 2016 Toyota Highlander vs. 2015 Ford Flex | |
