The Best 5-Year-Old Mid-Size SUVs To Buy Ranked By Price

At this point in the market, the

mid-size SUV
segment has the largest hold on the aforementioned market. This size of sport utility vehicle has the highest number of makes and models dedicated to it with companies like Toyota coming out with newer variations of their most popular models.

The minivan, while still very relevant, popular, and for sale in the current market, is slowly being usurped by mid-size SUVs. Mid-size SUVs offer form, functionality,y and, sometimes, frugality. Especially over much more expensive full-size body-on-frame SUVs.

Another big trend in mid-size SUVs recently has been off-road variants, making them that much more capable. If you don’t feel like putting down a down payment on a lease or going into debt over a Grand Highlander, maybe you should consider a used one.

In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from various manufacturers and other authoritative sources, including Edmunds, and Kelley Blue Book. The models below have been ranked based on their starting MSRP.

10

2020 Toyota Highlander

Fair Price: $25,474

The Toyota Highlander is a fairly popular choice among people looking for a mid-size SUV. It comes in two variations in terms of powertrains, with either a V-6 or a turbocharged four-cylinder hybrid. The Highlander comes in five trim levels, with the hybrid only available starting with the LE trim.

Performance Specifications

This is also the first year for the newest version of the Highlander, and it comes with a lot of new technological features, like a larger infotainment screen. Opting for the higher trim levels gives you the larger 12.3-inch screen and a premium JBL sound system.

9

2020 Subaru Ascent

Fair Price: $20,258

The Subaru Ascent blends a lot of different styling cues from different parts across the Subaru lineup. Like the look or not, the Ascent offers capabilities. The 2020 model year comes in four different trim levels, with the top-tier Touring coming in a little pricey but still under a lot on this list.

Performance Specifications

The base model is lacking in the features department, but if you get the second to the highest Limited trim, you’ll be treated to a heated steering wheel and power-adjustable heated seats. Subarus, in general, have some of the best safety features on the market and driver assistance features.

8

2020 Chevrolet Traverse

Fair Price: $20,196

The 2020 Chevrolet Traverse is the pre-refreshed version of this generation of Traverses. The 2020 model comes in six different trim levels with a steep jump in price, getting up into the High Country. The High Country has retained some value too, with it currently averaging $29,787 in price, according to Kelley Blue Book.

Performance Specifications

The Traverse has room for up to eight passengers, with the former number being seven people total. What the Traverse has best going for it is size and cargo capacity. Behind the third row, you’re looking at 23 cubic feet of storage, but with both rows folded, you unlock a whopping 98 cubic feet of total storage. That’s reaching full-size territory.

7

2020 Ford Explorer

Fair Price: $18,892

The 2020 Ford Explorer is the first year of the current generation of Explorers. They received a refresh for the 2025 model year, but have looked virtually the same over the years. There are three powertrains to choose from, with the four-cylinder being the base engine.

Performance Specifications

The 2020 introduced the V-6 hybrid variant that didn’t last long in the grand scheme of things and is no longer available. There’s also the sleeper car version with a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 that boosts horsepower to 400.

6

2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Fair Price: $18,966

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is excellent at either being a bargain mid-size SUV that has high capability or a luxury SUV. There are an innumerable amount of trims to choose from, with the Summit being the (at the time) reasonably priced top-of-the-line.

Performance Specifications

This is also the generation that still sells the V-8s. The Grand Cherokee either comes in rear-wheel or four-by-four drivetrains. The luxurious, and even capability, comes into play in the higher trims featuring an optional air suspension. Higher trims also have a Harman Kardon sound system.

5

2020 Nissan Murano

Fair Price: $18,660

Stylistically, the Murano was refreshed for the 2019 model year. This same generation, however, has been on sale for quite a while. Nissan recently announced the newest version will be coming in 2025. The Murano is a mid-size SUV without a third row, giving its occupants a lot of room for comfort.

Performance Specifications

This model comes in four trim levels and at reasonable prices. All models come with the V-6 engine that surprisingly pulls a minimal amount of weight. It does offer decent gas mileage for a mid-size SUV, however, with 20 miles per gallon in the city and 28 miles per gallon on the highway.

4

2020 Nissan Pathfinder

Fair Price: $17,743

The Nissan Pathfinder has a lot going for it. It has a hefty towing capacity, and a pretty powerful V-6, and comes in an optional off-road edition. It comes in either front or all-wheel drive and has a five-star overall safety rating from NHTSA, including 4 out of 5 for rollover test.

Performance Specifications

Features and technology-wise, every Pathfinder is equipped with an 8.0-inch infotainment screen but, unfortunately, no Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. You can find it with luxury adjacent features like heated seats and a heated steering wheel as well.

3

2020 Kia Sorento

Fair Price: $17,674

The 2020 Kia Sorento comes in five trim levels and was originally one of the more reasonably priced three-row SUVs. It offers a two-row SUV size in its wheelbase and length, but offers three-rows. This model year, Sorento comes with either a four-cylinder or a V-6, offering itself to Kia’s sportier image.

Performance Specifications

Recently, modern, Kias offer quite a bit of bang for your buck when it comes to features and driver assistance. The upper models get a Harman Kardon sound system, a 360-degree camera, and a navigation system. It also comes with all-wheel drive if you don’t want a front-wheel.

2

2020 Hyundai Santa Fe

Fair Price: $17,078

While the newest generation Hyundai Santa Fe looks absolutely nothing like the previous generation, the previous generation has a lot to offer. Like the Sorento, the Santa Fe is a two-row mid-sized vehicle with three rows.

Performance Specifications

Unlike the Sorento, however, the Santa Fe only comes with two four-cylinder options. Either the one listed above or a slightly more powerful turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder. The Santa Fe comes with useful features like a wireless phone charging pad and an infotainment system housing

Apple CarPlay
.

1

2020 Ford Edge

Fair Price: $15,669

The Ford Edge is in its second generation and had a refresh for the 2019 model year. It comes in four different trim levels for the 2020 model year and is priced well for a mid-size SUV. It comes with two powertrains, including an almighty twin-turbo V-6.

Performance Specifications

No matter which trim you choose, you will be delighted to know that all models come with standard emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring. The Edge comes in either front or all-wheel drive and features options like heated and ventilated power-adjustable front seats.