The best compact crossovers

Crossovers - all-wheel drive cars that have an SUV design, they have increased ground clearance. Compact crossovers, motorists call them "parketnikami", usually up to 4.6 m. They are now at the peak of popularity, because they combine the practicality and economy of family cars with the capabilities of SUVs. In this article, you will be offered compact crossovers that were introduced in 2013, and those that are still being prepared for release on the market. These models are officially sold in Russia. So, study and choose!

Compact 2013 crossovers

We present you one of the best crossovers in 2013:

1. "Toyota RAV4". Updated appearance, however, among the fans of this model the new body caused controversy. Improved aerodynamics, the trunk has become more capacious.
2. "Mitsubishi Outlander Sport". The most affordable SUV on this list. Economical fuel consumption.
3. "Honda CR-V". Quite a spacious car showroom. The crossover has an extensive and convenient range of settings, with excellent brakes.
4. "BMW X1". The smallest crossover from the "BMW" series. 5-seater SUV. Combines the traditional qualities inherent in "BMW": handling, comfort and economy.
5. "Skoda Yeti". It is a competitive unit in the segment of compact and budget crossover vehicles due to its appearance, excellent engine, decent interior and affordable price. In the basic configuration, the car enthusiast will receive air conditioning and power windows.
6. "Mazda CX-5". This is the first car of this brand, which absorbed all the components of the new effective technology "SKYACTIV". High economy of the car is combined with its fashionable style, excellent operational capabilities and environmental friendliness. Among the advantages it should be noted excellent controllability of the car, spacious interior.
7. "Nissan Qashqai" and "Nissan JUKE" - compact crossovers, which are the leaders of sales in Europe. They combine avant-garde style, economy, 4-cylinder engine. And all this is complete with all-wheel drive system. The main distinguishing features of "Nissan JUKE" are a memorable design from the outside and inside, good handling, high profitability.
8. "Subaru FORESTER". This is the fourth generation, evolved from a four-wheel drive station wagon to a compact crossover. Under the hood is a two-liter turbo. In the car it is worth noting an excellent driver's seat and spacious interior.
9. "Ford KUGA". This model is built on a new platform, equipped with a motor "EcoBoost".

Compact Crossovers 2014

French concern "Renault" is preparing to release in 2014 on the Russian market an updated model of the crossover "Duster". This model is one of the best budget options for compact crossover. The company took into account all the complaints of motorists, improved the appearance , interior design and technical characteristics. In Tokyo, Mitsubishi will present three new developments of compact models. Completely updated model line of crossovers. There will be some changes in the style of external and internal design, the latest technologies are used. According to the publication "Automotive News", next year the US company plans to release a subcompact crossover. The new "JEEP" is made in the style of "Wrangler" with a turbocharged engine "Multiair".

Compact crossovers are one of the most popular and fastest growing segments in the automotive market both in Russia and around the world.