Sport Utility Vehicles are designed to offer a versatile experience to the riders. That’s one of the main reasons why SUVs have become very popular over the past few years. In fact, the stats show that over 40 percent of buyers prefer SUVs over other types of vehicles. These vehicles offer a wide range of features, styles, sizes and drivetrain options for different types of drivers.

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Senior drivers love SUVs as they offer a more comfortable and supported ride. The priorities of senior drivers are different than those of young drivers. They need unique features like enhanced comfort, more visibility and better safety features. In this article, we’ll take a look at the top 5 SUVs seniors are buying in 2020. So, let’s get started.

1.   2020 Kia Soul

Many people think that Kia Soul is the perfect option for young drivers as it has a stylish look. There is no doubt the young drivers have become a huge fan of this vehicle because of its amazing features. But the safety and reliability of this vehicle makes it an ideal option for older drivers.

The base model produces 147 horsepower with the 4-cylinder engine. Soul Exclaim is the top variant that produces 201 horsepower with a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine. However, the Soul Plus has become more popular among customers as it produces 161 horsepower with a more robust 2.0-liter engine.

The sporty Soul features rear cross-traffic alert, collision warning, lane-departure warning systems, blind-spot monitoring and automatic emergency braking. The Soul offers excellent visibility for all types of drivers with its broad windows. Also, the upright seats and spacious interior provide an excellent level of comfort while driving.

The base model of this vehicle is available at a price of $17,490. The impressive fuel economy numbers 25 MPG city and 31 MPG highway.

2.   2020 Acura RDX

The Acura RDX has built an amazing reputation in the industry for years. The latest model of this SUV comes standard with some advanced features that seniors absolutely love.

This vehicle has the ability to generate 272 horsepower with its turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. The top variant comes with the all-wheel-drive system. But the turbocharged edition not very popular among seniors as they prefer the front wheel drive base model.

This luxurious SUV comes with a spacious and comfortable interior. Lane-keeping assists, departure warning systems, automated emergency braking, collision avoidance systems and multi-view back up camera are the most important features of this vehicle that make it a great choice for seniors. For individuals who want an even more luxurious feel we recommend opting for the premium trim levels.

The base model of this vehicle is available at a price of $37,600. It offers a fuel economy of 22 MPG within the city and 28 MPG on the highway.

3.   2020 Subaru Forester

2020 Subaru Forester has been introduced with new features that weren’t available on the 2019 model. This vehicle generates 182-horsepower with a 2.5-liter flat engine. Subaru Forester is a highly recommended option for areas that are prone to rough weather because it’s an all-wheel drive vehicle. Subaru also has a reputation for superb handing in snowy and icy conditions. This makes it a great option for seniors who live in colder regions.

You get a range of standard and optional safety features with Subaru Forester. This SUV comes with lane-departure warnings, automated braking and adaptive cruise control features. Subaru’s DriveFocus system offers amazing safety. This system tracks the driver’s eye movements through advanced tracking and facial recognition. This system immediately alerts you if you distract from the road so that you are less likely to get into an accident.

The base model is available at a price of $24,495. It offers a fuel economy of 26 MPG within the city and 33 MPG on the highway.

4.   2020 Volvo XC40

The 2020 Volvo XC40 was named the Most Luxurious Subcompact SUV in the USA. This amazing SUV offers a high level of safety and entertainment along with a spacious interior. Seniors will enjoy the remarkable performance, smooth ride and impressive style.

This vehicle generates an impressive 248 horsepower with a perky 2.0-liter engine. The great thing about this vehicle is that it offers fuel efficiency of 25 MPG with city and 36 MPG on highway. The company has successfully managed to offer amazing safety with this model.

With this SUV, you get standard safety features like lane-departure system, front automated braking system, lane-keeping assist, traffic sign recognition, parking sensors, active parking assist, blind-spot monitoring, driver attention monitoring, cross-traffic alerts and more. Surprisingly, you’d be able to enjoy all these features at a price of $40,450.

5.   2020 Toyota RAV4

We’ve mentioned this vehicle at the bottom of the list but it’s the top-selling SUV in the United States. The Toyota RAV4 has compares favorably to all its competitors in terms of comfort and off-road capability. This gasoline-powered SUV produces 203 horsepower with its 2.5-liter engine. If you want to enjoy better fuel efficiency, you should consider buying the all-wheel hybrid model.

We do not recommend this vehicle for taller people as it comes with a sleek design that can make it a bit harder to get in and out of. With this vehicle, you’d get access to features like automatic high beams, lane-departure warning, pedestrian detection, collision avoidance, road-sign detection, adaptive cruise control, and lane-tracing assist.

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At a base price of under $26,000 this is a comfortable SUV that won’t break the bank.