When in the market for an SUV, a hybrid is sometimes the best option. For car users coming to the SUV market, fuel economy ratings often scare potential users away. This is because SUVs typically get much lower MPG ratings than a standard car. However, this is not the case with a 2008 hybrid SUV. 2008 Hybrid SUVs enjoy similar gas mileage to regular cars but with the added cargo space found in SUVs.
In 2008 only a handful of hybrid SUVs were produced. Hybrid vehicles …

The Tata Safari was the first in the SUV class to be completely manufactured in India. First released in 1998, it came with a 1.9-liter Turbo Diesel engine, but was later developed into a 3 liter DiCor engine. There was also a 2-liter petrol engine developed in that year by the company. In 2007, Tata unveiled the 2.2-litre Safari DiCOR which had an increased power output of 143 PS (105 KW). But it was shortly replaced by the more advanced DiCOR 2.2 vtt (Variable Turbine Technology) engine which had a …

The Maruti Wagon-R is a made-for-India version of Suzuki Wagon R. Maruti Suzuki India Limited has recently revamped its looks and introduced a new look Wagon-R which sheds the boxy look at the back. The car comes with a variety of trim levels. These include the LX, LXi (power steering), VXi (fully loaded) and the AX (automatic). The car is available with a 5-speed manual transmission and seats 4 comfortably. The car is powered by the Maruti F10D 1061cc four cylinder, sixteen valve, multipoint fuel-injected engine producing 64 bhp (47.7 kW) at …

After having revolutionized the Indian automobile space 25 years ago, Maruti 800 is all set to repeat history with the all new Maruti 800 Duo. It runs on both LPG and Petrol and ensures that every Indian gets the luxury of four wheels along with an efficient fuel option that’s cheaper, cleaner and ensures complete safety while driving. With a convenient switching option, zero power drop while changing fuel modes, a company fitted LPG kit and minimal emissions, the Maruti 800 Duo gives you complete peace of mind too. Conveniently …

The Mahindra Bolero is a car in the utility vehicle class that has surpassed in customer satisfaction and quality. This all-terrain vehicle comes with many features from safety to engineering. A hard core 2523 cc diesel engine equips this car to be able to take on the toughest of terrains all over the world. It builds up 63 horsepower and 183 NM of torque to overcome steep inclines with disc-drum brake lines to prevent lock up of the rear wheels. It carries a low sense of gravity with an anti …

Sports utility vehicles are one of the most popular vehicles driven today. SUVs are joining the hybrid ranks and are being purchased at a high rate. Many companies are trying to get a piece of this market. Today, we wanted to do a quick Hybrid SUV comparison, to find some great SUVs that still get good gas mileage.
SUVs are vehicles that are sporty yet can be family oriented making them popular to a vast crowd. The only drawback is their fuel ratings and with the …

Topping the list of fuel-efficient 2010 SUV vehicles is the Ford Escape Hybrid. This gas/electric model rivals the mileage capability of some sedans and rules the roost in SUV gas mileage comparison. Rated at 29-34 mpg in the city and 27-31 mpg on the open road, this small-class SUV makes visits to the pump a lot less painful than some its larger cousins. The 153 horsepower 2.5 liter inline four-cylinder engine is mated to a 94-horsepower electric motor and a CVT (continuously variable …

With ample room for up to seven passengers, the Acura MDX 2010 SUV has a V6, 3.7-liter engine, with an electronic ignition system replacing the cables and linkages between accelerator pedal and engine throttle. The MPG average is 16 city and 21 Hwy and can increase or decrease depending on the way you drive. The ride in the MDX is quiet, comfortable, and just right for long trips.
The three rows of seating beginning with the front passenger seats, continuing with the second and third …

If there is any one thing that has been consistent about SUVs over the years, it is that they have never been considered either economical or eco-friendly. A large part of that perception has much to do with the media and the public’s desire for large, high-powered, gas-guzzling SUVs. However, for the last 20 years there has been a growing market for smaller, more fuel efficient SUVs.
The first perception we need to break is that all SUVs are huge. That is simply not true. …

People choose SUVs for a variety of reasons. Some enjoy the ability to drive in many different terrains, while others prefer the room they provide. Most car manufacturers have jumped on the SUV bandwagon and added a line of SUVs to their collection; in hopes of producing the highest rated SUV.
So how do you choose the best? The following are the top rated SUVs for 2010. Each of the SUVs are rated at the top of the list by consumers for price, safety, reliability, gas …