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Home » 4 Off-Road Capable and Fuel-Efficient Crossovers

4 Off-Road Capable and Fuel-Efficient Crossovers

March 11, 2014 By Kif Richmann

Jeep Cherokee off road

Drivers who need a fully capable SUV with all-wheel or four-wheel capability often think they need to settle for a vehicle that doesn’t get great gas mileage.

However, with evolving technology and innovative features, there are now plenty of fully capable crossover SUVs that offer excellent fuel-efficiency.

Take a look at four of the most popular fuel-efficient all-wheel or four-wheel drive vehicles available today.

4 Fuel-Efficient Vehicles with All- or Four-Wheel Drive:

kia sportKia Sportage:
With all-wheel drive, the 2014 Kia Sportage is rated at 26 mpg on the highway, making in not only capable of handling off-road adventures, it can also handle long trips without emptying the gas tank.

Kia’s all-wheel drive system lets you get the most from every trip, giving you the confidence you need to swiftly accelerate and get moving, even in rough or icy conditions.
For information on the Kia Sportage, call McGrath Kia at 888-619-8282

encoreBuick Encore:
The Buick Encore is a favorite affordable compact SUV for Cedar Rapids and Iowa City. The all-wheel drive edition of the 2014 Encore is rated at 33 mpg on the highway, helping give drivers the most from every tank.

While the conveniently-sized package of the Encore makes it great for navigating parking lots and city streets, the all-wheel drive system makes it perfect for wet or icy roads, and even the occasional off-road trail..
For information on the Buick Encore, call McGrath Buick GMC Cadillac at 888-696-1133

equinoxChevy Equinox:
With an efficient yet powerful 2.4L four-cylinder, the Equinox give miles and miles of exciting driving. Cruising down the highway, the 2014 Equinox with all-wheel drive is rated to reach 29 mpg, helping you save by skipping the gas pump.

Drivers and passengers alike will love the Equinox interior, which gives plenty of convenience features and excellent technology like available Chevy MyLink and Siri Eyes Free.
For information on the Chevy Equinox, call Pat McGrath Chevyland at 888-406-6073

CherokeeJeep Cherokee:
If it’s one thing Jeep knows, it’s four-wheel drive, but now Jeep is adding fuel-efficiency to their resume with the new Jeep Cherokee. The 2014 Cherokee equipped with four-wheel drive and a 2.4L four-cylinder is capable of 28 mpg on the highway.

As one of the most fuel-efficient vehicles in the Jeep lineup, the Cherokee is ready for long road trips, and can help you enjoy an off-road adventure as soon as you arrive.
For information on the Jeep Cherokee, call Pat McGrath Dodge Country at 888-902-8414

Fuel-efficiency ratings from U.S. News Rankings and Reviews

Excellent SUVs and Crossovers for Cedar Rapids

McGrath Auto has a fuel-efficient SUV or crossover waiting for you.

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