2. Mitsubishi Outlander
Available in 2015 as a 2016 model, the Outlander is priced at $23,000 for the base model. It also offers 25 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway, which aren’t bad numbers even for a compact SUV. It might not be as sporty as some options on the market, but the Outlander manages to deliver in terms of comfort and an available third row seat. Note that there’s also an optional V6 engine available if you prefer a little more performance at the cost of some fuel economy.
1. Jeep Patriot
The Patriot has seen a light redesign for 2015, and with a base price of $17,000, it’s certainly not that expensive. It can also deliver 23 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway. There are also two engine options (both 4-cylinders), and several upgrade packages on offer. With that being said, there are tradeoffs here. The Patriot doesn’t have the power, interior space or handling offered by some competitors with a slightly higher price tag.
These are just a few of the many affordable SUVs available on the market today. A little research will show you plenty of others, including some full-size SUVs that cost less than what you might expect. However, remember that “affordable” shouldn’t mean “cheap”. Look for good build quality, the handling you require, and enough interior space to meet your needs.
