The Best Used SUVs For Families
Taking on the roads in Arizona can be much easier with the best used SUVs for
families. From the compact to the full-size, an SUV can upgrade your driving
experience without being as bulky as a minivan or as compact as a sedan. If
you want safe used SUVs for families, Bill Luke Santan is the right place to
look. Let's walk through seven well-loved options you might find in our used
inventory.
High-Quality Family SUVs, At a Glance
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Compact SUVs, like the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, and Subaru Forester, offer
excellent maneuverability and enough cargo space to be useful in a pinch.
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Midsize SUVs, like the Toyota Grand Highlander, Volvo XC90, and Kia
Telluride, often have a third row more suitable for younger children as
well as excellent cargo space.
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Full-size SUVs, like the Chevy Tahoe, are incredible for larger, busy
families that need the room to take on camping, soccer games, and
everything else the world has for them.
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At Bill Luke Santan, we're invested in getting you behind the wheel of an
SUV the whole family will adore.
Family-Friendly Used SUVs to Look Out For
When you're shopping for the best used SUVs for families, there are a few
factors to keep in mind. When shopping our inventory in Arizona, keep your eye
on:
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Seating: Two-row SUVs are comfortable and easy to drive. They're
great as commuting vehicles with some extra cargo space. However, three-row
SUVs can fit six, seven, or eight passengers, which might be important for
growing families.
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Cargo Space and Towing Capacity: Families needing extra room for
vacations or hauling a boat should consider a full-size SUV.
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MPG Ratings: If you're budget-conscious with your family vehicle, you
can find hybrid small and midsize SUVs that can achieve more than 30 MPG
(Combined), like the Honda CR-V or Toyota Grand Highlander.
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Safety Features: An SUV can be a great choice for your growing teen's
first drive. Check our inventory for safety options like Teen Driver, Driver
Attention Alert, and Pre-Collision Assist to guide them in the right
direction.
Here are some of the most feature-rich, spacious, and reliable used SUVs for
families that you can commonly find in our used inventory in Arizona.
Toyota RAV4
The Toyota RAV4 is one of the best-selling SUVs for a reason. Its compact
size (at 180.9 inches) hides a surprisingly robust interior, with good
legroom for kids and up to 69.8 cubic feet of cargo space in a pinch.
Small enough for commutes and with a big enough trunk for coolers or
luggage, the RAV4 is an excellent choice for smaller families or those
living in Arizona cities.
Honda CR-V
Stepping up in size is the Honda CR-V. Another compact choice, the CR-V
gives your rear row some breathing room compared to smaller models like
the RAV4 -- 41 inches of rear legroom is more than some cars get in the
front row. A comprehensive cargo area of up to 76.5 cubic feet complements
your vacations, while Honda Sensing Technologies provides excellent
baseline safety with features like Traffic Sign Recognition and the Driver
Attention Monitor.
Subaru Forester
Of our recommended used family SUVs, the Subaru Forester turns heads on
and off the interstate. A minimum road clearance of up to 8.7 inches, a
front row of up to 43.3 inches, and a towing capacity of 3,000 pounds1
mark the Forester as a fantastic compact choice for nature-loving
families.
Toyota Grand Highlander
As your family grows, used three-row SUVs become more and more enticing.
The Toyota Grand Highlander is a popular choice, due in large part to its
hybrid trims providing exceptional fuel economy for an SUV of its size,
with some trims achieving 36 MPG (Combined).2 Combine that with
a cargo space of nearly 100 cubic feet and the value-driven technology
suite that Toyota is known for (such as the 12.3-inch central
touchscreen), and you get a high-value midsize SUV.
Volvo XC90
Luxury brands are always stocked in the Bill Luke Santan showroom. The
Volvo XC90 is a Scandinavian work of art, a stylish cabin with crystal
amenities sure to strike conversations wherever you roam. With 26 MPG
(Combined)2 as its estimated baseline, a towing capacity of
5,000 pounds, and plenty of legroom for the kids, the Volvo XC90 promises
to care for you and up to six additional passengers with ease.
Kia Telluride
Of our options for the best used three-row SUV, the Kia Telluride makes a
consistently incredible showing. Boasting 42.4 inches of rear-row legroom,
the Telluride keeps up with your teens as they grow into young adults. It
has up to 87 cubic feet of cargo capacity for move-out days, 5,000 pounds
of towing capacity1 for camping trips, and a responsive engine
that puts out 291 horsepower across all trims.
Chevy Tahoe
While full-size models are rarer than the other two categories, some of
the best used SUVs for kids go past 200 inches long. Take the Chevy Tahoe,
for example: with 34.9 inches of third-row legroom, a towing capacity of
8,400 pounds, and 108.5 cubic feet of cargo space, it's the perfect choice
for a growing, adventure-ready family. Keep in mind that it will be harder
to maneuver in busy streets, and MPG ratings will generally be lower than
those of compact or midsize options.
The Best Used SUVs for Families, Side-by-Side
Shop Used Family SUVs at Bill Luke Santan
Ready to get shopping? While our inventory in Arizona isn't guaranteed
to include these specific SUVs, it's very likely to feature dozens of
different sport-utes designed with family comfort in mind. When you
tour
all used SUVs for sale
on our lot, you'll quickly see just how diverse and capable this
bodystyle is.
But maybe you're looking for a sedan for commuting, a truck for
hauling, or a minivan to be the hero of huge events. If that's the
case, our inventory of
all used vehicles for sale
could be useful to tour.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best used SUVs for families?
The best used SUVs for families have capable cargo areas, enough towing
capacity to handle light vacation gear, and use modern safety features so
new teen drivers have a guiding hand as they learn to handle the road.
Excellent options include the Toyota RAV4 (for its maneuverable size and
versatility), the Honda CR-V (for its size and shocking fuel efficiency),
and the Kia Telluride (for its roominess).
Which used SUVs are safest for families?
The safest SUVs are value-oriented, putting advanced sensor technology in
front of drivers at an accessible price. Look for features like Blind Spot
Assist, Park Assist, Pre-Collision Alert, and other Driver Assistance
software. Safe SUVs are typically from trusted brands like Volvo, Subaru,
Mazda, Hyundai, Honda, and Nissan. If you find a model from Lexus or
INFINITI, you may get even better safety software.
Which used SUVs have the best cargo space for families?
The SUVs with the best cargo space for families are typically third-row
models that are well-known for their expansive legroom and as full-size
models. For example, a 2020 Kia Telluride you find in our lot offers up to
87 cubic feet with the rows folded down: plenty for carrying furniture on
moving day or bringing tent equipment to the campsite.
Are used SUVs expensive to maintain?
Used SUVs range in maintenance costs, though they will typically be more
expensive to upkeep than a used sedan. Keeping to the maintenance schedule
of any model is critical. But SUV models have more curb weight than most
body styles, so ensuring your oil levels are proper and keeping an eye on
your brakes becomes even more important. Trust our VIP service center to
bring you back up to speed.
2Estimates only. For more information, please visit the
official U.S. government source for all fuel economy at
www.fueleconomy.gov.
1When properly equipped.
