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2010 Audi Q5 – The best compact SUV with a new luxury package

The Q5 is a five-passenger SUV available in three trim levels: Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige. This compact SUV provides the versatility of an SUV with the driving characteristics of a sport sedan. The 2010 Q5 offers the latest, most intuitive technology coupled with the most forward-looking design. This midsize SUV is powered by a 3.2-liter FSI V6 engine, which is bolted to a six-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic, and Audi’s quattro all-wheel drive system for surefootedness in all conditions. The Q5 features the most advanced and read more..»

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2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee – Combines Jeep history and capability with ultimate luxury

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a five-seat midsize SUV with off-road capability and luxurious interior. Grand Cherokee trim levels include Laredo, Limited and high-performance SRT8 models. The new Cherokee gets a new look with a refreshed front fascia and grille and high-intensity headlamps, plus new wheels and wheel sizes. A new Hemi V-8 boosts power by 30 percent. The interior is spiffed, too, and MyGig Infotainment is optional on midrange models, while Sirius Backseat TV is optional on top models. The 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee excels at off-road handling and read more..»

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2010 Nissan Pathfinder – A midsize SUVs offer a mix of car and truck-type construction

The 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is one of the strongest members of the traditional midsize SUV class, It’s quicker and more luxurious than the Dodge Durango and Ford Explorer, though its longtime rival, the Toyota 4Runner might eclipse it this year thanks to an extensive redesign. The 2010 Pathfinder is based on the same sturdy truck chassis as the full-size Nissan Titan and Armada. The Pathfinder’s strengths are a solid driving feel, powerful engine option and excellent off-road abilities. The 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is available in six trims: the base S, SE V6, LE V6 and LE V8. Since the 2010 model is nearly identical to the 2009. The Pathfinder is still a strong candidate for towing duties, two engines are offered for the read more..»

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2010 Volkswagen Touareg TDI – Luxurious five-passenger midsize SUV

The 2010 Volkswagen Touareg TDI comes with 3.6-liter V6 or a 3.0-liter turbo-diesel (TDI), which is mated to a six-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission. The 2010 Touareg equipped by well constructed interior and offers serious off-road capability and trail ruggedness, along with some measure of trailer-towing ability. With a smooth, car-like crossover, lifted with off-road-friendly ground clearance, bright side sills, and a grille not unlike those on VW’s cars, the Touareg looks read more..»