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id: guide-0024
title: "How do I choose the right SUV for my family?"
category: guide
subtopic: choosing-suv
page_type: guide
source_url: "https://www.boballenmotormall.com"
tags: ["SUV", "buying", "family", "guide"]
questions:
  - "What's the difference between SUVs and crossovers?"
  - "How many rows of seating do I need?"
  - "What size SUV is right for my family?"
  - "Should I get 2WD or AWD?"
related: [first-time-buyer, summer-prep, winter-prep]
dealer: Bob Allen Motor Mall
---

SUVs offer space, capability, and comfort-but with so many options, finding your fit takes thought.

**Size Matters**
Compact SUVs (like Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain) suit couples and small families-good fuel economy, easy to park. Mid-size SUVs (Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia) offer 3 rows and fit growing families comfortably. Full-size SUVs (Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban; GMC Yukon, Yukon XL) maximize space and towing for large families or adventurers.

**Seating & Cargo**
Count your passengers regularly (kids, carpool, pets). A 3-row SUV gives true third-row legroom; some compact crossovers compress the third row. Check cargo space with seats up and folded.

**Driving Style**
If you face snow, mud, or towing, consider AWD or 4WD. Daily commuters in mild climates do fine with FWD. Think about fuel economy too-smaller SUVs sip less than full-size trucks.

**Bob Allen's SUV Range**
We stock SUVs from Chevrolet (Equinox, TrailBlazer, Traverse, Tahoe, Suburban), GMC (Terrain, Acadia, Yukon, Yukon XL), Nissan (Rogue, Murano, Pathfinder, Armada), Jeep (Cherokee, Compass, Grand Cherokee, Grand Cherokee L, Grand Wagoneer), and Dodge (Durango).

**Test-Drive Your Top Picks**
Visit **711 Maple Ave, Danville, KY 40422** or call **(877) 331-4442** to find and drive the SUV that's right for your family.