Best Affordable Compact SUVs Gallery

Honda CRV

MSRP: $20,700

The Honda CR-V is a reviewer favorite and leads the Affordable Compact SUV class in safety, performance and interior.

Toyota RAV4

MSRP: $21,250

The Toyota RAV4 ranks close behind the CR-V, and offers an optional V6 as well as a third-row seat.

Subaru Forester

MSRP: $21,195

Saturn VUE Hybrid

MSRP: $24,170

The Saturn VUE Hybrid is at the bottom of the class because reviewers say it isn't as refined or thrifty as other hybrids in the class.

Saturn VUE

MSRP:$21,250

The conventional Saturn VUE, however, is tied for #4 in the class, and is the highest-ranked domestic on the list.

Mazda Tribute

MSRP: $19,135

The Mazda Tribute fails to impress reviewers, and ranks at the bottom of the class.

Jeep Compass

MSRP: $16,475

The Jeep Compass suffers from poor craftsmanship and can't go off-road like other Jeeps, leading to a low ranking.

Ford Escape Hybrid

MSRP: $21,745

The Ford Escape Hybrid is the highest ranked hybrid in the class.

Mercury Mariner Hybrid

MSRP: $22,905

The Mercury Mariner Hybrid is elegant and thrifty.

Suzuki Grand Vitara

MSRP: $19,349

The Suzuki Grand Vitara has the highest ranked exterior in the class, despite coming from a brand not known for its styling.