2012 Traverse

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