What Is a Crossover Car?
Understanding the popular cross between an SUV and hatchback
Understanding the cross between an SUV and hatchback
With a fair few large vehicles on the roads these days, you may be finding yourself looking for your own size upgrade when it comes to your next used car. However, if you feel that an SUV is perhaps a bit much for you and what you need, you’re not alone; it’s why the new crossover class of car was invented!
You’re no doubt already overwhelmed by choice in the search for your next motor (particularly with an abundance of cars to pick from at used car dealerships like Avalon here in Glastonbury), so we’re here to explain.
Throwing a new type of car into the mix is definitely worth it in the case of the crossover, as we believe these versatile cars have a lot to offer many different types of motorist…
What is a crossover car?
If you love the rugged look of an SUV but prefer a lighter vehicle, you’re in luck, as this is what the crossover was made for; to achieve the best of both worlds! Crossovers look similar to SUVs, but are built on hatchback chassis, whereas SUVs are truck-based, so you can imagine the manoeuvrability this affords you, even with larger dimensions,
The crossover is a car that’s happy on the smooth tarmac of urban areas and open road, so if off-roading isn’t really your thing, it’s the ideal choice to be bang on trend, and have a car that ticks all your boxes.
What are the benefits of a crossover car?
Nope, they’re not too good to be true - they’re good, and it’s all true! Here are just some of the reasons why many Avalon customers opt for the crossovers we regularly have in stock…
A good price
In the same way that they cross car classes, the price of these versatile vehicles spans all budgets too. Of course, it all depends on the specification of each vehicle, but generally, crossovers can tend to be cheaper than their SUV counterparts, making them a clear choice for space-seeking families.
Good fuel economy
Depending on your budget, you might be put off from buying an SUV due to its running costs, as they tend to have bigger engines. However, crossovers can come with engines that are similar to a hatchback, costing you less at the fuel pumps than an SUV would. In fact, some crossovers are known to achieve up to 78 mpg.
A high roof
Whether you’re on the tall side, have a growing family, or just like a car that feels spacious, crossovers often feature extra headroom, beating hatchbacks for more room inside the cabin.
A lofty driving position
Speaking of elevation, if you like seeing all the road from a little higher up, crossovers come with that SUV-style driving position to give you fantastic visibility. There’s the added bonus of a taller body in general, making even uneven journeys more comfortable.
A bigger boot
A lot of family life is facilitated by our car boots, from weekends away to food shopping, to walks with the dog. Crossovers come with increased boot capacity, making luggage stacking even easier.
Find a crossover in Somerset
With a wide range of vehicles available here at our Somerset dealership, it's no surprise that they include those popular crossover vehicles…
Here are examples of crossovers currently in stock at Avalon Motor Company:
Nissan Juke
Don’t forget, we’re offering a £500 finance deposit contribution towards your new car when you part exchange your existing car with us from 20.03.2023 to 31.03.2023 (T&Cs apply). Hurry, view the entire Avalon selection today.
