Best SUVs for the Money

MSRP: $16,695 - $23,400
Invoice Price: $15,895 - $21,850Define Invoice
Fuel Economy: 25 mpg Hwy, 20 mpg City

Engine choices are either a 140-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder or a 173-hp 2.7-liter V6. A four-speed automatic is standard for all V6 models, while a five-speed manual is standard on the four-cylinder LX. Standard safety features include four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, electronic stability program, traction control, privacy glass, and six airbags, including side curtain airbags.

MSRP: $22,440 - $29,795
Invoice: $21,206 - $28,156
Fuel Economy: 32 mpg Hwy, 22 mpg City

The Chevrolet Equinox is a competitively priced mid-sized SUV that offers exceptional versatility, distinctive design and high efficiency The Equinox is available in four trim levels, LS, 1LT, 2LT and LTZ, and can be had in front-wheel or all-wheel drive. The standard drivetrain is a 2.4-liter direct injection four-cylinder and six-speed automatic transmission.

MSRP: $22,440 - $29,795
Invoice: $21,206 - $28,156
Fuel Economy: 32 mpg Hwy, 22 mpg City

A 3.0-liter direct injection V6 is optional on the LT and LTZ trims. Standard safety features include: four-wheel-disc brakes with ABS, electronic stability system, six airbags, tire pressure monitor, OnStar, security system and daytime running lights. Available high-tech features include Bluetooth, a USB audio port, twin-screen rear entertainment system, rearview camera and a power liftgate.

MSRP: $27,895 - $38,645
Invoice Price: $25,282 - $34,996
Fuel Economy: 22 mpg Hwy, 16 mpg City

The Honda Pilot is a powerful crossover SUV, engineered for quality and durability, as well as high levels of functionality and comfort. It features unit body construction and a fully independent suspension, providing a more car-like driving experience with crisp, predictable handling and a smooth ride.

MSRP: $27,895 - $38,645
Invoice Price: $25,282 - $34,996
Fuel Economy: 22 mpg Hwy, 16 mpg City

The 8-passenger Pilot is available in both front- and four-wheel drive configurations and four trim levels: LX, EX, EX-L and Touring. All trim levels feature an advanced 250-hp 3.5-liter V6 engine, paired with a five-speed automatic transmission.

MSRP: $33,330 - $47,540
Invoice: $31,330 - $44,688
Fuel Economy: 25 mpg Hwy, 18 mpg City

The Cadillac SRX is a mid-size luxury crossover vehicle that offers all the features Cadillac customers expect, as well as the utility of a five-passenger CUV. Available luxury and high-tech features include genuine wood interior trim, adaptive Xenon headlights, rearview camera, navigation system, double-sized glass sunroof, 20" wheels and tires and rain-sensing wipers.

MSRP: $33,330 - $47,540
Invoice: $31,330 - $44,688
Fuel Economy: 25 mpg Hwy, 18 mpg City

The SRX is available in both front-wheel and all-wheel drive configurations, and is powered by a 3.0-liter, direct-injection V6 engine and six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift control. The 2010 Cadillac SRX is a complete redesign inside and out.

MSRP: $36,800 - $38,200
Invoice: $32,752 - $33,998
Fuel Economy: 25 mpg Hwy, 18 mpg City

The Lexus RX was one of the first sedan-based, luxury utility vehicles, and it remains one of the best. This crossover is impressively smooth, comfortable, responsive in all driving situations and flexible when it comes to hauling people or cargo.

MSRP: $36,800 - $38,200
Invoice: $32,752 - $33,998
Fuel Economy: 25 mpg Hwy, 18 mpg City

The RX 350 is powered by a 275-hp 3.5-liter V6 with a six-speed automatic transmission delivering performance, and fuel efficiency. It is available with a choice of front- or all-wheel drive. Standard features include automatic climate control, push-button start with smart keyless entry, automatic headlamps, 18-inch aluminum wheels, ten airbags, active front head restraints and leather trim on the steering wheel and shift knob.

MSRP: $40,370 - $53,460
Invoice Price: $37,342 - $49,450
Fuel Economy: 20 mpg Hwy, 14 mpg City

The 2009 Chevrolet Suburban retains the same maximum-size virtues that have made it a bestseller for so many years. It remains the first choice for anyone who needs to haul six or more people plus their cargo. The Suburban 1500 is available in LS, LT, and LTZ trims in both 2WD and 4WD.

MSRP: $40,370 - $53,460
Invoice Price: $37,342 - $49,450
Fuel Economy: 20 mpg Hwy, 14 mpg City

The 2009 Suburban can seat up to nine passengers in its three rows of seats. All engines on the Suburban 1500 feature GM's Active Fuel Management technology and some engines can run on both E85 ethanol-blended fuel as well as regular unleaded gasoline. The standard engine on the Suburban is a 310-hp 5.3-liter V8.

MSRP: $47,500 - $56,200
Invoice: $43,880 - $51,885
Fuel Economy: 21 mpg Hwy, 15 mpg City

The BMW X5 defines an expanding group of big, powerful SUVs that shine for their on-pavement agility and responsive acceleration, with an emphasis on safety, comfort and luxury appointments. The 5-passenger X5 is available in two trims: xDrive30i and xDrive48i.

MSRP: $47,500 - $56,200
Invoice: $43,880 - $51,885
Fuel Economy: 21 mpg Hwy, 15 mpg City

The xDrive30i is powered by a 260-hp 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine, while the xDrive48i boasts a 350-hp 4.8-liter V8. Both trims share the same standard six-speed automatic transmission with Steptronic manual shift mode, as well as BMW's xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive system.