OUR TOP 5 COMPACT SUVS FOR 2024

EV Channels Review

This video presents a comprehensive review of the top five non-luxury compact SUVs for 2024, covering gasoline, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variants. The hosts, Andrea and Zach, discuss the pros and cons of each vehicle, emphasizing practicality, technology, and powertrain options. Key vehicles highlighted include the Honda CR-V, praised for its improved interior and spaciousness but criticized for its rising price and missing features like ventilated seats. The Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage are noted for their quiet cabins and tech-forward designs, though both face criticism for lacking wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto due to embedded navigation. The Mitsubishi Outlander stands out for its standard third row and strong PHEV performance, though its gas model is deemed underpowered. The Toyota RAV4 is lauded as the category king, particularly its class-leading PHEV range and hybrid fuel economy, despite an 'industrial' interior design and long wait times for electrified models. Honorable mentions go to the Mazda CX-5 for its driving dynamics (but lack of electrification and smaller size) and the Subaru Forester for its practicality and AWD (also lacking electrification). The Ford Escape is mentioned with caution due to past reliability concerns, despite its improved driving dynamics and available hybrid/PHEV options.