A car in the middle segment is called a crossover. This is no longer an ordinary passenger car, but also not an SUV. The crossover is great for city driving, it is economical and allows you not to be afraid of snowy streets. What other advantages do these cars have?
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Step 1
A crossover in the United States, where this classification arose, is considered a car with increased capacity and cross-country ability. Something in between a minibus, an SUV and a passenger car. This "mix" allows crossovers to combine the best driving and performance characteristics.
Step 2
Most crossovers have SUV looks and even four-wheel drive (plug-in or permanent). But for a serious off-road test, such cars are not suitable. Too low ground clearance makes them hostage to the city, and the four-wheel drive has no function to pull the car out if it gets stuck.
Step 3
The body of the crossovers is quite strong, load-bearing, made on the principle of a monocoque. At the same time, crossovers differ in types. The smallest crossovers are in the mini category. These are Suzuki SX4, Honda HR-V.
Step 4
Next comes the compact crossover category. The most famous among them are Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota RAV4, Nissan X-Trail.
Step 5
The mid-size category includes such famous representatives as the Audi Q5, Volvo XC60 - those cars that many consider to be full-fledged SUVs. And at the same time, this list includes the Ford Taurus X - a classic sedan, which once again confirms that the crossover is not determined by its size.
Step 6
The classification of crossovers is completed by cars that belong to the full size category: Mercedes-Benz GL-Class, BMW X5, Audi Q7. Of course, you won't get stuck in a snowdrift on such machines. But they cannot be considered from the point of view of permeability. These are more status cars, in which the ability to overcome obstacles is not in the first place.
Step 7
If you are looking for a car for the city and at the same time for difficult country roads, the crossover will suit like no one better. It is more economical and comfortable, easy to operate, capable of carrying heavy and bulky cargo.
