Rebranding SUVs and Four-Wheel Beauties
There are probably more stereotypes about women and cars than there are women or cars. Next to numerous negative assumptions about women’s parking skills, we also hear comments all too often about how this cute, little, precious car is just right for a lady. Meanwhile, we should leave the real cars to the real men. Since women are on the march towards equality, we should also claim typical male cars for ourselves especially since they offer so much more. Therefore, we have put together our top choices in 2021 for your consideration.
Why Four-Wheel Drive is Beneficial for Everyone
A common misconception about SUVs is that you only need four-wheel drive if you are literally going off road. But four-wheel drive offers plenty of benefits that are often overlooked yet equally as important.
There are, for example, the driving dynamics of the engine which are significantly higher when distributed over four wheels. In other words, when more power reaches the road, the vehicle will be more dynamic overall.
Another one is the increased safety aspect in the handling of the car. Especially around corners the traction will be higher, and therefore the chances of sliding of the road or colliding are significantly lower.
And, of course, there are also the winters when it is naturally better to drive a four-wheel drive vehicle. Snow and ice are hard on front-wheel drive but especially on a rear-wheel drive and reduce the so-called coefficient of friction of the tyres. The result is spinning wheels, which you won’t have with four-wheel drive cars. The same applies to hill starts a clear case for an all-wheel drive model, especially in adverse weather conditions.
1. Jeep Renegade 80th
The Jeep Renegade with its five seats is a classic Compact SUV. With the latest model, the interior has been redesigned especially on the doors and around the centre console but the space remains the same and continues to exceed expectations. This also applies to the infotainment and the excellent safety equipment. The Renegade combines a safe and good-natured chassis with modern three- and four-cylinder engines with up to 180 HP, which are available alongside the tried and tested diesel engines in front- or four-wheel drive.
Even the handling is a delight with well-placed switches and very easy-to-read instruments. The 56′-high Jeep offers more than enough headroom and plenty of space in the front seats. There are also practical aspects like the forward-folding passenger seat or the removable and height-adjustable intermediate floor for the luggage compartment, which allows for a good degree of flexibility; it easily adjusts to your personal needs.
2. Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
The Range Rover Evoque is a Compact SUV with five seats as well.
Without a doubt, with the Evoque, function sometimes clearly follows form, and not the other way around. Nevertheless, the result is convincing even though there is no room for the versatility of a sliding rear seat or a foldable passenger seat. But still, all kinds of luggage fit into the surprisingly spacious back, and even more when the rear seat has been folded down.
The 12.3-inch digital cockpit including a navigation map and 10-inch touch screen in combination with new sustainable materials such as eucalyptus textiles and plastics made from recycled materials, create a more contemporary and upmarket impression than the previous model.
Attractive new extras are available, too: At the touch of a button, an interior mirror displays the image of a roof-mounted camera aimed at the rear parking space; and an ingenious camera appears to be filming through the bonnet by bringing up an image of the area directly in front of the vehicle on the centre screen.
The Evoque will undoubtedly meet if not exceed your expectations, and it inspires with a range of possible functions and extras.
3. Ford Kuga Hybrid 2021
Nowadays, sport utility vehicles embody what many people desire in an everyday car: raised seating positions offer for excellent overview and a pleasantly high entrance, as well as a sporty look, and interior space that promises plenty of comfort for passengers and lots of room for luggage on journeys. Even though, the Ford Kuga also has five seats, compared to the Evoque or the Renegade, the Ford Kuga is considered a full SUV thanks to its more generous proportions.
Ford presents a modern concept with the Kuga, and thus, enters the segment of Plug-in Hybrid SUVs. The spacious design provides a good basis for the electric motor. Moreover, it is precisely SUVs’ eco-balance that is repeatedly criticised. Things appear much better with plug-in hybrids. They offer the best of both worlds: almost unlimited range and easy refuelling of classic engines as well as emission-free and affordable electric driving.
As such, the Kuga is a genuine all-rounder and, with its electrified drive, also suitable for purely electric driving in the city or as a short-haul vehicle. The decent amount of space also makes it popular as a long-distance vehicle or family car.
4. Jeep Grand Cherokee WL75
Jeep is launching the next generation of Grand Cherokee this summer. It will be available as a long-wheelbase version with three rows of seats. And the pricing is tempting. The Grand Cherokee WL75 is especially interesting, as the seven seats allow for a high level of flexibility and adaptability, and you won’t struggle to fit everyone and everything in.
Despite the increased scale of the Jeep Grand Cherokee WL 75, which comes with dimensions from the pickup truck sector, the strengths lie in driving comfort, safety, and dynamics on the road.
Also, thanks to the new U Connect 5 technology, five different users can save their individual settings (e.g., apps or configurations for seats and climate control). This little extra makes it the perfect car for expanding families who don’t want to miss out on luxury while enjoying the practical side of their four-wheel drive SUV.
Conclusion
This is our collection of the most interesting and versatile as well as great-looking newbies that you can get excited about in 2021. Don’t hesitate or think twice about getting the car that you want and don’t let yourself be limited by gender stereotypes. All in all, cars don’t always have to be associated with masculinity. There are thousands of classy, fabulous cars out there. So, consider buying or importing one if you still don’t have a four-wheel beauty. And keep in mind there is no such thing as a car for women and a car for men, any car driven by a woman is a woman’s car.
I’m a 20-something stay-at-home mother and wife. I have an amazing husband, a beautiful daughter, two loving dogs, and a lazy cat. I wouldn’t change my life for anything! I love to read, listen to music, cook and blog!
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