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    SUVs Starting Under $40K

    Starting between $30,000-$40,000, SUV buyers can choose between top-end small models, quite a few midsizers, and some of the cheaper 7-seat SUVs.

    Best SUVs according to our experts

    01.
    Toyota RAV4
    From
    $39,760
    8.0/10
    From
    $39,760
    Toyota's RAV4 order books are full to bursting and wait times are blowing out to 18 months or more, but that hasn't stopped people continuing to register their interest to buy one of these insanely popular mid‑sized SUVs.And it's no surprise because the RAV4 makes a lot of sense as a comfortable family 2WD wagon.But in a highly competitive market has this medium SUV lost its shine?
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    02.
    Kia Sportage
    From
    $32,995
    8.0/10
    From
    $32,995
    Hybrids aren't a new thing but they are still relatively new for Kia. Following the Sorento, Kia has launched the Sportage Hybrid and CarsGuide has tested the entry‑grade SX. It's quite a bit pricier than its petrol twin, so is it worth the fuel savings?
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    03.
    Subaru Forester
    From
    $37,890
    8.0/10
    From
    $37,890
    Subaru hasn't given the Forester a facelift and it may be banking on the 'tried & tested' popularity of models gone by but in a market saturated with medium SUVs will the old‑school design still land a podium finish?
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    04.
    Honda CR-V
    From
    $44,500
    8.5/10
    From
    $44,500
    The likeable Honda CR‑V has long traded on good looks, impressive engineering, family‑friendly practicality and value to lure buyers in.Now, the all‑new sixth‑gen version adds the e:HEV hybrid flagship to the mix, combining excellent economy and electrified performance to a substantially improved package.Is that enough to tempt buyers away from the evergreen Toyota RAV4 hybrid? We think so.
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    05.
    Mazda CX-5
    From
    $36,590
    7.6/10
    From
    $36,590
    The new Mazda CX‑5 Akera is well equipped but it's rivals are, too. How does it stay competitive?
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