This 2007 Ford Edge is a crossover vehicle -- but it definitely wasn't the first vehicle in that category. Bryan Mitchell/Getty Images Most people have a basic understanding of what a crossover vehicle is, but what is a crossover car, and why are they so popular? A better questions...
Learn about crossover vehicles and discover the differences between crossovers and SUVs. Explore Subaru’s lineup to find which style best suits your needs.
Crossover cars are vehicles that have the bodies of an SUV or minivan but are set on a car chassis. The benefit of this structure is that they offer an increase in interior space, especially for passengers. Crossover vehicles also have a smoother ride and better handling than other cars ...
Crossover SUVs employ unibody construction, meaning the underlying body architecture and frame are a single unit, similar to a passenger car. In fact, some crossover SUVs are based on car models. Unibody design is lighter than the more rugged body-on-frame construction used in traditional SUV...
What Is a Crossover Car? A crossover car commonly refers to a vehicle that blends the qualities of a traditional car with those of an SUV. The unibody design consists of one chassis, meaning the body and the frame are a single structure, which allows for easier maneuvering in challenging ...
We all know what a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) is. It’s a large-ish, four door vehicle with a steel frame and four wheel drive. A decade or so ago, an SUV was something like a Chevy Suburban or Tahoe. They were the car of choice for those that needed lo
Crossovers are at home on paved roads, which is why even the crossovers with off-road packages are called “soft-roaders.” That dig is directed at the crossover’s lack of trail capability. Car-based crossovers often lack the drivetrain components, ground clearance and proper tires needed to...
so a crossover fits the bill. Building a body-on-frame SUV that’s as comfortable, maneuverable, and efficient as a unibody crossover wouldn’t be impossible, but it would be exceptionally difficult. Conversely, drivers who truly need an SUV plan to tow, haul, and/or go off-road on a...
An SUV combines the elements of a conventional passenger car with the rugged features of a light truck. Conversely, a coupe is a more traditional fixed-roof car with a sloping rear roofline and, generally, two doors. What happens when you blend these two
Example of crossover: Kia Seltos 4. Convertible A convertible or a cabriolet is a vehicle that has a roof that can be removed or folded down. When it comes to the roof, it comes in two types: hard-top and soft-top. A hard-top uses steel or plastic and operates automatically. While...