Used Compact SUVs under $18K
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#21
2009 Hyundai Tucson
The 2009 Hyundai Tucson is a middle-of-the-pack compact SUV that offers a decent reliability rating, but lacks the interior quality, driving dynamics and fuel economy of the ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.7 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.1 |
| Performance: | 6.8 |
| Interior: | 7.2 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | 8.9 |
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#21
2009 Kia Sportage
The 2009 Kia Sportage offers a decent reliability rating and a spacious interior, but it trails the pack when it comes to safety and performance. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.7 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.4 |
| Performance: | 6.9 |
| Interior: | 7.2 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.5 |
| Safety: | 8.7 |
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#23
2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
All new for 2011, the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport offers a spacious interior for five, but those looking ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.6 |
| Critics' Rating: | 7.7 |
| Performance: | 7.9 |
| Interior: | 7.8 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | 10.0 |
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#23
2009 Mazda Tribute
The 2009 Mazda Tribute has strong safety scores, a well-appointed interior and good fuel economy, but its poor performance and below-average reliability rating overshadow its positive attributes. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.6 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.1 |
| Performance: | 7.2 |
| Interior: | 8.4 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | 9.2 |
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#23
2010 Hyundai Tucson
The redesigned 2010 Hyundai Tucson looks sleek and has better fuel economy, performance and reliability than previous models, as well as one of the best safety scores ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.6 |
| Critics' Rating: | 7.9 |
| Performance: | 8.0 |
| Interior: | 8.4 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | 10.0 |
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#26
2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
The 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara has good off-road performance and a comfortable interior, but its on-road performance and low safety and reliability ratings leave a lot to ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.5 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.6 |
| Performance: | 7.2 |
| Interior: | 8.1 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.4 |
| Safety: | 7.9 |
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#26
2009 Nissan Rogue
The 2009 Nissan Rogue has good performance and solid safety scores, but its poor reliability rating keeps it from competing with more well-rounded 2009 compact SUVs. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.5 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.2 |
| Performance: | 7.9 |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.8 |
| Safety: | 9.4 |
| Reliability:
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#26
2011 Jeep Compass
The Jeep Compass was updated for 2011 and boasts a higher reliability rating than previous models, but cheap interior materials and middling performance mean that the Compass ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.5 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.0 |
| Performance: | 7.5 |
| Interior: | 6.5 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | N/A |
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#26
2010 Ford Escape
The 2010 Ford Escape has plenty of interior and cargo space as well as some innovative tech options, but more recently redesigned competitors offer a higher level ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.5 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.4 |
| Performance: | 7.4 |
| Interior: | 7.7 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | 9.2 |
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#30
2010 Kia Sportage
The 2010 Kia Sportage offers a spacious interior, but it doesn’t manage to distinguish itself in a very competitive class. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.4 |
| Critics' Rating: | 7.8 |
| Performance: | 6.9 |
| Interior: | 7.3 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.7 |
| Safety: | 8.7 |
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#30
2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
The 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara offers a comfortable interior and good off-road performance, but its on-road ride isn’t great and it has low reliability and safety ratings. ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.4 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.2 |
| Performance: | 7.3 |
| Interior: | 8.1 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.4 |
| Safety: | 8.1 |
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#30
2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
The 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara has good off-road performance and powerful engines, but its on-road performance isn’t great and it carries below-average reliability and safety scores. As ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.4 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.2 |
| Performance: | 7.3 |
| Interior: | 8.1 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | 7.9 |
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#33
2009 Jeep Patriot
The 2009 Jeep Patriot is a good SUV for off-roading, but poor interior quality, underpowered engines and below-average reliability keep the Patriot near the bottom of its ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.3 |
| Critics' Rating: | 7.1 |
| Performance: | 7.3 |
| Interior: | 7.5 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.7 |
| Safety: | 8.9 |
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#33
2010 Jeep Patriot
The 2010 Jeep Patriot is a strong off-road performer, but it’s not well-rounded enough to compete against most other 2010 compact SUVs. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.3 |
| Critics' Rating: | 6.8 |
| Performance: | 7.2 |
| Interior: | 7.3 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 9.4 |
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#33
2010 Nissan Xterra
If you’re looking for an off-road vehicle, the 2010 Nissan Xterra is one of the few 2010 compact SUVs that will fit the bill. However, the Xterra’s ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.3 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.7 |
| Performance: | 7.8 |
| Interior: | 7.5 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.4 |
| Safety: | 7.8 |
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#33
2009 Saturn VUE Hybrid
The 2009 Saturn Vue Hybrid has great safety ratings and fuel economy ratings, but its underwhelming performance keeps it from competing with other 2009 compact SUVs. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.3 |
| Critics' Rating: | 7.1 |
| Performance: | 6.9 |
| Interior: | 7.2 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 9.5 |
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#37
2010 Dodge Journey
Reviewers appreciated the 2010 Dodge Journey’s above-average fuel economy, but they didn’t like much else. Although it has good safety scores, the Journey’s cramped third row, low ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.2 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.0 |
| Performance: | 6.9 |
| Interior: | 7.5 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.3 |
| Safety: | 9.6 |
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#37
2009 Nissan Xterra
The 2009 Nissan Xterra, a truck-based SUV, has good off-road performance and a rugged, versatile interior, but poor safety and reliability ratings make it a low-ranked SUV. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.2 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.6 |
| Performance: | 7.9 |
| Interior: | 7.6 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.3 |
| Safety: | 7.3 |
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#37
2009 Dodge Journey
The first model year for the Dodge Journey was 2009, but reviewers thought its debut was lackluster. They complained about the base engine’s performance and the crossover’s ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.2 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.0 |
| Performance: | 7.0 |
| Interior: | 7.4 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.4 |
| Safety: | 9.5 |
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#40
2011 Jeep Patriot
The 2011 Jeep Patriot provides solid off-road performance and has outstanding safety scores, but isn’t as comfortable as the leading 2011 compact SUVs. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.1 |
| Critics' Rating: | 6.1 |
| Performance: | 6.9 |
| Interior: | 7.2 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 10.0 |
| Reliability:
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