Each year, Consumer Guide Automotive editors test drive and evaluate nearly every vehicle sold in the United States. Together, the editors rate each vehicle 1–10 in the following categories: Acceleration, Fuel Economy, Ride Quality, Steering/Handling/Braking, Quietness, Controls, Details, Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front), Room/Comfort (rear), Cargo Room, and Value Within Class. Best Midsize Crossovers of 2012.
The editors add those numbers to produce a total rating score for each vehicle. Below are the total rating scores for all 2012 midsize SUVs (excluding luxury cars). Click the name of the car for a detailed review of that vehicle. Or simply check out The Consumer Guide to 2012 Midsize SUVs.
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1. Chevrolet Traverse
Base MSRP: $29,430; Consumer Guide Rating: 76
1. Ford Flex
Base MSRP: $29,220; Consumer Guide Rating: 76
3. GMC Acadia
Base MSRP: $32,605; Consumer Guide Rating: 74
4. Chevrolet Equinox
Base MSRP: $23,450; Consumer Guide Rating: 73
4. Ford Edge
Base MSRP: $27,640; Consumer Guide Rating: 73
4. GMC Terrain
Base MSRP: $25,480; Consumer Guide Rating: 73
7. Kia Sorento Base MSRP: $21,250; Consumer Guide Rating: 72
7. Mazda CX-9 Base MSRP: $29,385; Consumer Guide Rating: 72
9. Dodge Durango Base MSRP: $28,995; Consumer Guide Rating: 71
9. Dodge Journey Base MSRP: $18,995; Consumer Guide Rating: 71
9. Honda Pilot Base MSRP: $28,470; Consumer Guide Rating: 71
9. Jeep Grand Cherokee Base MSRP: $26,995; Consumer Guide Rating: 71
9. Toyota Highlander Base MSRP: $28,090; Consumer Guide Rating: 71
14. Hyundai Veracruz Base MSRP: $28,345; Consumer Guide Rating: 70
15. Ford Explorer Base MSRP: $28,170; Consumer Guide Rating: 68
16. Nissan Murano Base MSRP: $29,290; Consumer Guide Rating: 67
16. Toyota Venza Base MSRP: $27,425; Consumer Guide Rating: 67
18. Hyundai Santa Fe Base MSRP: $23,225; Consumer Guide Rating: 65
19. Nissan Pathfinder Base MSRP: $28,570; Consumer Guide Rating: 63
20. Subaru Tribeca Base MSRP: $30,595; Consumer Guide Rating: 62
20. Toyota 4Runner Base MSRP: $29,525; Consumer Guide Rating: 62
22. Mazda CX-7 Base MSRP: $21,990; Consumer Guide Rating: 61
23. Toyota FJ Cruiser Base MSRP: $25,990; Consumer Guide Rating: 55
24. Nissan Xterra Base MSRP: $24,260; Consumer Guide Rating: 51
