Best Compact SUVs of October 2008

Thanks to an increase of price, the Outlander is now more expensive than the Subaru Forester. Consequently, the Forester has now taken the lead in this segment whilst the Outlander is still a very respectable second.

#1 Subaru Forester

Base Model RRP: $30,490

Pros:

• Safe


• Made in Japan


• Subaru resale value


• Metallic paint standard


• ESP standard


• All-wheel drive


• Full size spare

Cons:

• Alloy wheels extra

#2 Mitsubishi Outlander

Base Model RRP: $31,490

Pros:

• Safe


• Made in Japan


• Alloy wheel standard


• Alarm standard


• ESP Standard


• Excellent warranty

Cons:

• Space Saver spare


• Metallic paint extra

#3 Nissan Dualis

Base Model RRP: $28,990

Pros:

• Safe


• Full size spare

Cons:

• Metallic paint extra


• ESP extra


• Alloy wheels extra