Powered by Honda's only turbo engine, the Acura RDX offers sporty handling and comes well-equipped. Comfort is compromised by its stiff suspension, though. All-wheel-drive is an option.

The Acura ZDX is a four-door luxury SUV combining the sloping roofline of a coupe with the elevated seating position and space of an SUV. The ZDX will go on sale in the fall of 2009.

The Audi Q5 comes powered by a 3.2L V6 engine driving all wheels. The Q5 features a well built cabin that includes a sliding and reclining rear seat and three-zone air con.

The Audi Q7 comes powered by a choice of V6, V8, and TDI engines and offers seating for up to seven in a spacious and well built cabin. Handling, towing, and off-road capabilities are excellent.

The X6 is what BMW calls a Sport Activity Coupe, an SUV with a sloping roof-line and four seats. The BMW X6 compensates with sporty looks, great handling, and excellent engines.

The Chevrolet Equinox is the largest vehicle in its class and comes with V6-power only. All-wheel-drive is an option, whereas a third-row seat is not available.

Powered by a choice of V8 engines, the Chevrolet Suburban seats up to nine and tows over 9,000 pounds. All-wheel-drive is available, as is a heavy-duty version.

Powered by a choice of V8 engines, the Chevrolet Tahoe seats up to nine and tows over 8,000 pounds. All-wheel-drive is an option and a gas-saving Hybrid version available.

Powered by a strong V6, the Chevrolet Traverse looks stylish while providing space for up to eight people and better fuel economy than most truck-based SUVs. All-wheel-drive is an option.

The Dodge Journey offers space for up to seven passengers and lots of storage space. It comes powered by a choice of 4- and 6-cylinder engines, with average handling for its class.

The Ford Edge combines appealing styling with a roomy and comfortable interior, and thanks to optional all-wheel drive and a fully independent suspension, offers good handling.

The Ford Escape comes powered by four- and six-cylinder engines, offers space for five, and offers a comfortable ride. All-wheel-drive is available, as is a gas-saving Hybrid.

The Ford Explorer comes powered by a choice of V6 and V8 engines with optional all-wheel-drive. The Explorer offers good handling and safety equipment, and a spacious interior.

Powered by a 3.5L V6 with optional all-wheel-drive, the Ford Taurus X features good handling and a comfortable ride, and a spacious cabin with three rows of seating.

The Honda CR-V comes powered by a 4-cylinder engine only and features optional all-wheel-drive. With seating for five, it offers a flexible interior and comprehensive safety equipment.

Powered by a 3.5l 6-cylinder engine with optional all-wheel-drive, the Honda Pilot offers seating for 8 passengers in an inconspicuous yet well-executed and efficient package.

Powered by a choice of six-cylinder engines, the Hyundai Santa Fe combines transparent and secure handling with modern looks and space for up to seven passengers.

The Hyundai Veracruz hosts up to seven passengers in a comfortable and save environment that includes ABS, ESC, and six airbags. Power comes from a 3.8l 6-cylinder engine.

Powered by a 3.5L V6 engine optionally driving all wheels, the Infiniti EX35 is a sporty looking SUV offering responsive handling and a classy interior.

The Infiniti FX comes powered by a choice of V6 and V8 engines. Offering one of the smallest interiors in its class, it compensates with good handling and unique looks.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee features muscular styling and comes with a choice of V6 and V8 engines. The Grand Cherokee offers save handling and good off-road ability.

The Kia Borrego comes with a choice of powerful V6 and V8 engines. It seats five in a spacious cabin and offers a comfortable ride. All-wheel-drive is an option.

The Kia Sorento comes powered by a V6 engine optionally driving all wheels through a five-speed automatic. It offers a spacious cabin, good off road capabilities, and a good ride.

Powered by a smooth inline-6, the LR2 offers excellent off-road capability and stable handling with a comfortable ride, as well as a spacious and well-equipped cabin.

Powered by a V8, the Land Rover LR3 offers space for up to seven in a luxurious interior and a compliant ride on the road, but also excellent off-road capability.

Based on the Ford edge, the Lincoln MKX comes powered by a 3.5L V6 engine, offers a smooth ride, and features a roomy and comfortable interior. All-wheel-drive is an option.

The Mazda CX-7 comes powered by a strong turbocharged 4-cylinder and features sporty styling and handling. The trade-off is less interior room than the top contenders in its class.

Powered by a 5.6-liter V8, the Nissan Armada offers impressive handling. Its cleverly conceived interior provides room for eight and the creature features that should satisfy its owners.

Powered by a 3.5l V6, the car-based Nissan Murano offers space for only five passengers, but compensates with class-leading dynamics and excellent built quality.

Powered by strong V and V8 engines, the boldly styled Pathfinder offers a composed ride and a spacious and accommodating interior with seating for up to seven.

Powered by a 2.5l 4-cylinder, the Nissan Rogue offers seating for five passengers in an upscale and well-equipped interior. Ride and handling is good, if not sports-car like.

The Porsche Cayenne is the steamhammer among SUVs. Its turbocharged engine has consistently been the strongest in its class. The Cayenne also excels in handling.

The Subaru Forester comes powered by flat-4 engines with permanent all-wheel-drive. It offers ample interior room, a save and comfortable ride, and excellent crash protection.

Based on a rugged ladder frame and powered by a choice of V6 and V8 engines, the Toyota 4Runner offers true off-road capability, a spacious and comfortable cabin, and a good ride.

Available with gas and hybrid drivetrains, the Toyota Highlander offers good built quality and a versatile interior with space for up to seven passengers.

The Toyota RAV4 comes well-powered by four- and six-cylinder engines with up to 269 hp and optional all-wheel-drive. The spacious and comfortable interior is available with third row seating.

The Volkswagen Tiguan offers a fine powertrain with optional all-wheel-drive, a smooth ride and sporty handling, and a spacious and high-quality interior.

The Volkswagen Touareg offers a rare blend of highway composure, refinement, and off-road capability. The Touareg offers seating for five in a quality interior. A modern diesel is available.