Best Compact SUVs of January 2009

Once again, it's a battle between 3 Japanese Compact SUVs all around the same price. This time though, the Nissan X-Trail overtakes the Toyota RAV4.

#1 Mitsubishi Outlander

Base Model Estimated Price: $29,990

Pros:

• Alloy wheel standard


• Alarm standard


• ESP Standard


• Excellent warranty

Cons:

• Space Saver spare

#2 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Base Model Estimated Price: $29,990

Pros:

• Full size spare tyre


• ESP Standard


• Excellent warranty

Cons:

• Alloys extra

#3 Nissan X-Trail

Base Model Estimated Price: $29,990

Pros:

• ESP Standard

Cons:

• No Full-size spare


• Alloy wheels extra


• Alarm extra