What Is An SUV Car

Currently, more and more cars have changed their models according to the need and comfort. A few years before designing the SUV car, the need to make familiar and comfortable cars for travel began; then, the van type car model was created. These have a large sliding door towards the back of the car, giving a lot of space.

Although people easily get in and out of the van; this was a model that was not very pleasing to the eye and many people did not like it. Then there was the need for the car to become an all-terrain car; in case you had to travel to more difficult areas; since conventional and compact cars could not easily travel on sandy or rocky roads.  Considering that generally van type cars and conventional cars are single wheel drive  and are very low to have more grip.

For this reason, there was a need to have a car that could travel through the city safely and comfortably and on any road. Likewise, that in turn could carry the entire family  with their luggage and food, giving greater security. In addition, a conventional family car is generally much cheaper than an SUV type car.

SUV cars, the best sellers in Spain

SUV type cars were then created in different models, which are currently the best sellers in Spain. The SUV car is the most suitable for parents due to its lower consumption. It has more space in the back; In addition, because the trunk is much larger, it is ideal when traveling.

On the other hand, there are all-terrain and rustic cars whose construction in the body is less striking and not very aerodynamic. Its speed is lower and when driving on roads that are not asphalt, the damping feels very hard; Therefore, it is not a good car for long trips.

Instructions

1. To begin with, we will explain what the acronym SUV means, this means Sports Utility Vehicle in Spanish, and we commonly call it an all-road car. On the other hand, we cannot call it an all-terrain car because that would not be its definition.
2. These cars are a new advantage for many drivers, since they are cars that do not have a chassis that supports the entire body; therefore, these cars are lighter. Some come with a V-6 cylinder engine and others with a V-8 cylinder engine. Also, some models come with a V-12 cylinder engine, but develop more speed than an off-road car.
3. SUV cars use taller bodywork than conventional family cars, even the diameter of their tires is larger. This is so that it has more adaptability to any type of road and can use various tire models. Being lighter there is less chance of it getting buried in a sandy road.
4. These cars use front and rear wheel drive to get more grip on all four wheels. They are wider inside and out than conventional cars and the backrests are reclining. The trunk is much larger to carry the luggage of the whole family and has a spare wheel.
5. In the front, the seat and steering wheel can be adjusted for the comfort of the driver of the car. They have much softer cushioning than the SUV, since it is a special car for traveling with the family.
6. Due to its height, it has good visibility of the road and all the sensor indicators are on the dashboard. In addition, they have a touch screen to see the map where they are driving, to prevent the driver from getting lost along the way.

SUV cars are the best sellers in Spain  because they adapt to all types of roads and are of various makes and models.

 Brands and models of the best-selling SUV cars

• Peugeot 2008.
• Nissan Qashqai.
• Hyundai Tucson.
• VW Polo.
• Ford Kuga.
• SEAT Altea.

The basic components of SUV cars are:

• Lightweight body without chassis.
•  6, 8 or 12 V engine.
• Tall bodywork with taller tires than a conventional car.
• Large trunk with a large door.
• Four normal size doors.
• Traction on all 4 tires.
• Large screen on the dashboard to view the road map.
• Inside and out they are bigger and more spacious than in a normal car.

Tips

Some advantages and disadvantages of SUV cars are:

1. SUV cars although they have 4 wheel drive have a special speed with a very short ratio, helping the car not to get stuck.
2. Because it does not have a chassis, it is a very light car and uses less fuel.
3. The SUV car also has a box that helps it easily develop much more speed than off road car.
4. It is an all-road car designed for any type of road, be it asphalt or sand.
5. You can change your tires and adapt them to your needs or type of road that you usually travel.
6. It is ideal for long drives, as it rides very smoothly on long roads.
7. You just have to be careful with the curves since being a tall car loses a bit of stability.
8. On bumpy road you should be careful with high speeds because you can easily go off the road.
9. That is why it is important to respect the speed limits established by law.
10. Some models bring a roof rack also to place more luggage.
11. These cars are a bit more expensive than normal family cars.
12. In this car the passengers are taller and have a better view out, ideal for tourism.
13. Some models offer up to 7 seats for passengers.
14. They are called the new cars all familiar ways combining the technology of a normal car with that of an all-terrain. Except that the SUV was designed only for sand and stone roads and therefore does not develop a lot of speed.
15. They have poor stability on sharp turns and bumps in the road as their tires are much larger.
16. SUV cars are called family cars because they offer more comfort to the family and their models are more attractive than traditional van-type models.
17. We recommend you, like any car, to be aware of measuring the air in the tires, since this will give you more security.
18. Remember to bring your spare tire in good condition when you travel, especially if you go with the whole family.
19. On the other hand, check that you have the jack to lift the car if you get a flat tire, it doesn’t hurt.
20. Also, check if you have the key to remove the tires.
21. All this is because being a family car, when preparing to travel and putting all the luggage in the car you can forget things and this is very important to change the tire and not get stranded on the road exposing family members.
22. Always carry a small suitcase with first aid. Remember that the safety of the family when traveling is very important, this type of car was designed for this.
23. Each front and rear seat has its seat belts, which you should always put on and put on the passengers.
24. If you have small children, you can adapt a baby carrier seat with its seat belt to the seats.
25. This is the new fashion of all-road cars with various brands and many models to choose the one you like the most.
26. To travel with the whole family in the safest and most comfortable way possible, you must know how to drive an SUV car well. It is not an SUV but it is not a normal family car either.