The three-row crossover SUV market is competitive as any in the industry, with a wide range of offerings for any garage.
The Subaru Ascent is a brand-new entry that offers all-wheel drive and that popular Subaru character right out of the box.
The Volkswagen Atlas and Chevrolet Traverse are also fresh designs that offer loads of interior space but solid driving dynamics despite their size.
The Ford Explorer continues to be a popular option but is beginning to show its age, especially when it comes to its crash-test scores.The Honda Pilot has just been updated and remains one of the most well-rounded vehicles out there.
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The 2019 Toyota Highlander delivers safety, features, comfort, and efficiency in a family-friendly package. |
The 2019 Chevrolet Traverse is bigger and more butch, but still every bit as good for a bunch. |
The 2019 Ford Explorer has many virtues, but its replacement can’t come soon enough. |
Subtle upgrades make the 2019 Honda Pilot a must-see for three-row crossover shoppers. |
The 2019 Subaru Ascent isn’t another quirky hatchback-wagon-crossover thing—it’s a mainstream hit and Subaru will be better for it. |
The 2019 VW Atlas prioritizes space above pace, which makes it a must-see for families. |
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| $31,680 | $29,930 | $32,365 | $31,450 | $31,995 | $30,895 |
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| 19 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy |
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| Regular Unleaded I-4 | Gas V6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded H-4 | Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 |
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| Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Sport Utility Vehicles | Standard Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | N/A | N/A |
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| LE I4 FWD (Natl) | FWD 4-Door L w/1L0 | Base FWD | LX 2WD | 2.4T 8-Passenger | 2.0T S FWD |
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| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
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| 8 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 |
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| Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
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| Automatic w/OD | Automatic | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | CVT w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2019 Toyota Highlander vs. 2019 Chevrolet Traverse | 2019 Toyota Highlander vs. 2019 Ford Explorer | 2019 Toyota Highlander vs. 2019 Honda Pilot | 2019 Toyota Highlander vs. 2019 Subaru Ascent | 2019 Toyota Highlander vs. 2019 Volkswagen Atlas | |
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