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#4. Downsizers will give up considerable capability, but save boatloads of fuel and cash.
Let’s compare the five-passenger 2010 GMC Terrain to two of the more popular larger SUVs on the road, the Chevrolet Tahoe and Ford Explorer. Move to the Terrain and you’ll give up access to V-8 power, a third row bench and seating for up to nine passengers, and a tow rating up to 8,400 lbs. (3,500 lbs. for the Terrain). Fold down the Terrain’s rear seats and you’ll create 63.9 cubic feet of cargo space; the Explorer and Tahoe provide 85.8 and 108.9 cubic feet, respectively.  And due to its smaller dimensions, the Terrain offers less hip and shoulder room. On the other hand, the 2010 GMC Terrain boasts more second row head and leg room, up to 32 mpg versus the others’ 20 mpg, and a base price that’s $4,000 less than the Explorer and $13,000 less than the Tahoe.

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