The ground clearance of SUVs varies, but generally ranges between 165-230mm. One of the more important considerations when deciding on any SUV is the level of ground clearance. So what exactly should you be looking for when deciding on the right Crossover vehicle? What are the features that provide the most benefit when venturing on rough roads, and how do they work to deliver the best driving experience? This article aims to answer these questions and more, to ensure that you not only make the right decision when selecting the best recreational vehicle for those adventure weekends, but also to have the best driving experience possible. Fuji Heavy Industries of Japan, the designers and manufacturers of Subaru, do not, as yet, produce “all terrain” (go anywhere) vehicles (ATV) nor do they claim that their models can match the performance of conventional, high clearance, heavily constructed 4WD commercial vehicles. It is important to note that Subaru models are designed specifically to operate as an all-road vehicle on surfaces such as dirt, gravel and tarmac. If the vehicle will predominately be used for transportation on normal city and country roads with only occasional use on country dirt roads and tracks, then a Crossover vehicle would be the best option as it provides car like ride, handling, performance and fuel consumption. A Crossover vehicle is perfect to access those out of the way picnic or fishing spots that a normal passenger vehicle can not reach.

This is known as a ‘Crossover vehicle’ because of its dual functionality.Ĭrossover vehicles can be safely used with due care and cautious driving on dirt formed roads and tracks such as those found in National Parks and in regional areas. The second is based on a passenger car which provides a car like driving experience with an ability to negotiate rough road conditions.

The first is usually based on a rigid truck type chassis and capable of sustained and serious off-road use. There are basically two categories of SUV’s. The first thing to think about when considering purchasing a Sports Utility Vehicle ( SUV) is how much time the vehicle will actually be used in a harsh off-road type driving environment.

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