New SUVs For 2011

New SUVs Top Trends For 2011

New SUVs in 2011 have seen mild redesigns of their bodies. More body colors are available with an emphasis on metallic finishes, and updated grillwork and wheel covers seem to be the latest new thing in exterior design. The overall trend is toward a sleeker, more fashionable shape that is aerodynamic and pleasing as well as chock full of fuel economy features. In fact, fuel economy has been a huge push from the manufacturers, as consumers become more conscious of the impact of big oil on the environment and seek to find conscionable personal driving solutions.

Families who purchase new suvs are also looking for functional comfort. This means that in 2011 we will see a lot more innovative interiors. Fabrics are easier to clean and more stain resistant. Interiors are created to act as rooms rather than bench seating as in days of old with vehicles that can seat 7 or more passengers. One such example is the Chrysler Stow and Go system which creates a literal family room on wheels. This technology has tables and swivel chairs that allow passengers to play cards, write, or even eat at a table while on the road and are used in both the Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan models of new suvs in 2011. When the tables aren’t needed, the comfortable seats swivel back to the front, and the tables are tucked away in unseen cubbyholes in the interior space.

More and more new Suvs are also sporting media technology options and upgrade packages. Many new suvs now come with the option of hands free Bluetooth® technology which works with your existing cell phone. This has been an especially important trend as more and more states in the country place bans on texting and talking while driving. Manufacturers knew that people weren’t willing to give up their mobile communications because we live in a fast paced society. So, they gave consumers a legal alternative for on board communication. Additional multimedia features such as SIRRIUS Satellite Radio and larger viewing screens on CD/DVD/CDR compatible models of new suvs are made for both driver and passenger comfort on longer road trips.

Safety is another consideration for new suvs in 2011. The emergence of more effective airbag systems that protect everyone in the vehicles are seen in many new suvs. The majority of new suvs also have a backup camera available standard or as an option as often vision can be obscured when backing up the larger suvs. Anti-lock braking systems and frames which minimize the feel of the road are cropping up on many new suvs as well.

New SUVs Safety Reviews Online

Many reputable companies regularly review new suvs online and offer safety ratings as part of their overall review. However, most of them acquire their data from the same sources. For the most up to date information on 2011 safety ratings for new suvs, you may want to visit the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)

At http://www.iihs.org/ratings/, you will find a listing called Top Safety Picks for 2010. This listing includes safety ratings for the top ranking vehicles in several classes as assessed by IIHS testing. Although the listing is for 2010, you will find rankings for several 2011 models including the Kia Sorento and Toyota Sienna. The only problem with IIHS Safety Ratings is that the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety does not review all new suvs. Instead, they spend their testing efforts on vehicles that are thought to be the best sellers. This doesn’t mean that the new suvs you are choosing from aren’t safe if they aren’t on the list; it just means that popular opinion in the suv world is that other models were going to sell more than the one you are looking at.

More Information About New SUVs Online

Motortrend New Suvs

At http://www.motortrend.com/new_cars/02/suvs/index.html, you can learn about new suvs for 2010 and 2011. Motortrend gives a quick preview of more than one hundred different new suvs along with details such as manufacturer’s suggested retail price, miles per gallon, base engine, and body style. You can click a quick link to go to a free dealer price check, or click on the learn more orange button to see a full review of a specific new suv.

Some of the popular new suvs reviewed for 2011 include the 2011 Acura RDX, the 2011 Audi Q5, and the 2011 BMX X5 and X6 models. You can also learn more about high performance new suvs such as the Buick Enclave, Cadillac Escalade, and Chevrolet HHR. All the new suvs that are reviewed are listed in alphabetical order for ease of locating the reviews. You can also select a new suv make from a list of manufacturers to find what you are looking for. Once you have, you can select the check box for comparing the suv side by side. Motortrend’s website allows up to four side by side new suvs to be listed at a time for comparison.

AutomobileMag.com New SUVs

At http://www.automobilemag.com/new_cars/02/suvs/index.html, you have the same option as Motortrend to choose your new suvs reviews from a list of popular suv makes. In addition, they have a listing of the latest new suvs with reviews and quick snapshots for you to get a feel for the vehicle’s look. If you want to learn additional information about a particular suv make and model, all you need to do is click on the photo or new suv’s name to be taken to a review.

Topping the latest new suvs are the 2011 Cadillac SRX, the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, and the 2011 Ford Flex. You will also find information on new suvs including the 2011 Volvo XC90, the 2011 Buick Enclave, the 2011 Kia Sorento, and the 2011 Ford Expedition. However, AutomobileMag.com doesn’t stop there. In fact, at the time of this writing, AutomobileMag.com’s list of latest reviews has reviews of more than 30 different new suvs for 2011.

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