In today's automotive market, finding a spacious, reliable, and feature-packed SUV without breaking the bank can be a challenge. However, there are several models available that offer impressive cargo space, generous rear legroom, and a host of versatility features, all for under $35,000. This article highlights some of the best options in this category, showcasing their key specifications and standout features. Whether you are looking for comfort, practicality, or advanced safety technologies, these SUVs provide excellent value for money. If you're in the greater Toronto region, be sure to check out the Humberview Group dealerships inventory for these affordable and refined SUVs.
The 2024 Chevrolet Trax stands out with its redesigned exterior and a spacious interior that defies its compact footprint.
Cargo Space: The Trax offers 725 litres of cargo space behind the rear seats, expandable to 1,531 litres with the seats folded down.
Rear Legroom: Rear passengers enjoy 927 mm of legroom, making it one of the roomier options in its class.
Key Highlights: Powered by a 1.2-litre turbocharged engine, the Trax delivers a balance of efficiency and performance. It also comes standard with advanced safety features such as forward collision alert, automatic emergency braking, and lane keep assist.
The 2024 Hyundai Kona combines stylish design with practical interior space and advanced technology. Redesigned this year, the Kona delivers more features and more space as well.
Cargo Space: The Kona provides 722 litres of cargo space, which expands to over 800 litres with the rear seats folded. This represents a nearly 600 litre increase over the previous Kona.
Rear Legroom: Rear passengers have 970 mm of legroom, making the Kona the most spacious small SUV in its segment when it comes to rear legroom.
Key Highlights: Available with a choice of powertrains, including a 2.0-litre engine and a 1.6-litre turbocharged option, the Kona also offers a comprehensive suite of safety features like blind-spot collision warning, rear cross-traffic collision warning, and smart cruise control.
The 2024 Volkswagen Taos is a compact SUV that impresses with its spacious interior and upscale features. As the only German-engineered SUV in its class, the Taos delivers a unique driving experience that expertly balances comfort and agility.
Cargo Space: The Taos offers 790 itres of cargo space behind the rear seats, which expands to 1,866litres with the rear seats folded.
Rear Legroom: With 963 mm of rear legroom, the Taos provides ample space for backseat passengers.
Key Highlights: Equipped with a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine that delivers an impressive 158 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque, the Taos is both efficient and peppy. It also includes a standard digital instrument cluster, a rare feature in this segment.
The 2024 Hyundai Tucson is known for its bold design, spacious cabin, and advanced technology. As one of the most popular compact SUVs in Canada, the Tucson is known for delivering exceptional value and is one of the most affordable compact utility vehicles on this list.
Cargo Space: The Tucson boasts 1,096 litres of cargo space behind the rear seats, expandable to 2,118 litres with the rear seats down. The Tucson is more spacious than many of its rivals.
Rear Legroom: Rear passengers have 1,050 mm of legroom, one of the most generous in this segment.
Key Highlights: Available with multiple powertrain options, including a hybrid variant, the Tucson also comes with Hyundai’s SmartSense safety suite, offering features like highway driving assist, blind-spot view monitor, and surround view monitor.
The 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross blends the reliability of the Corolla nameplate with the practicality of an SUV. It is the entry-level in the Toyota SUV lineup, but delivers many of the features including advanced connectivity and safety that buyers expect from Toyota.
Cargo Space: The Corolla Cross offers 688 litres of cargo space, which can be expanded to 1,886 litres with the rear seats folded.
Rear Legroom: Rear legroom is generous with 813 mm. The Corolla Cross also delivers remarkable front legroom, outshining many of its direct rivals.
Key Highlights: Powered by a 2.0-litre engine, the Corolla Cross also includes Toyota Safety Sense 2.0, with features like pre-collision system, lane departure alert, and adaptive cruise control. With an average fuel economy rating of under 8.0 litres per 100 km, the new Corolla Cross is exceptionally efficient.
The 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer combines sporty design with a practical and spacious interior.
Cargo Space: It offers 716 litres of cargo space, expandable to 1,540 litres with the rear seats folded. The cargo area offers enough room to load an 8-foot board with the rear seats folded.
Rear Legroom: Rear passengers benefit from 1,000 mm of legroom, making it a comfortable option for long journeys.
Versatility Features: The Trailblazer includes a flat-folding front passenger seat, 40/60 split-folding rear seats, and an adjustable cargo floor.
Key Highlights: Equipped with a choice of turbocharged engines, the Trailblazer stands out with its remarkable technology including a large 11-inch centre display. The Trailblazer is packed with features and comes in multiple trims including the rugged ACTIV model.
The 2024 Ford Escape is a versatile SUV known for its spacious interior and dynamic performance.
Cargo Space: The Escape offers 1,062 litres of cargo space behind the rear seats, expandable to 1,852 litres with the seats folded down. It also offers the ability to move the rear seat forward and back, either increasing cargo space or rear passenger space depending on your needs.
Rear Legroom: Rear passengers enjoy 1,034 mm of legroom, providing ample space for comfort.
Key Highlights: Available with multiple powertrain options, including a hybrid variant, the Escape delivers unmatched power and fuel economy. The base 1.5-litre EcoBoost powertrain comes standard with Start/Stop technology while also offering standard SYNC 4 infotainment housed in an 8-inch screen.
The 2024 Buick Envista is the latest luxury SUV from Buick. It is also the entry-level model in the Buick lineup, providing traditional Buick refinement, elegance, and comfort at a price that packs a lot of value.
Cargo Space: The Envista offers an exceptional total cargo capacity of 1,189 litres. With space for five passengers, the Envista shines not just for its stunning coupe-like design, but for its versatility as well.
Rear Legroom: With 983 mm of rear legroom, the Envista ensures passengers have plenty of room to stretch out. This makes the Envista a standout in its segment for rear passenger space which, like the cargo area, isn’t compromised by the new SUV’s stylish design.
Key Highlights: Powered by a turbocharged engine, the Envista also includes Buick’s QuietTuning™ technology for a serene cabin, and a suite of safety features. Moreover, the Envista offers multiple trims including the sporty ST trim and the luxurious Avenir model, making the latest Buick SUV one of the most luxurious vehicles you can buy in its price range.
The 2024 Buick Encore GX is a small SUV that offers a surprising amount of space and premium features. Like the Buick Envista, the Encore GX is stylish and shines with its abundance of features, but it also ensures optimal versatility for its active owners.
Cargo Space: With 665 litres of cargo space, expandable to 1,422 litres with the rear seats down, the Encore GX has the cargo space for your busy lifestyle.
Rear Legroom: Rear passengers have over 900 mm of legroom which is quite generous for a vehicle with such a small and agile footprint.
Key Highlights: With a choice of turbocharged engines, the Encore GX also offers Buick’s advanced driver assistance features as well as a full suite of connectivity technology. The dashboard is dominated by an 11-inch display that houses wireless Apple CarPlay and Android technology among other features.
These models stand out for their value, refinement, features, reliability, safety, and more. For an affordable SUV in the greater Toronto region, discover the Humberview Group dealerships.
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