Nowadays, it’s impossible to keep up with work and a social life without a personal vehicle. Two of the most popular vehicle types on the roads today are SUVs and sedans, but which is right for you? We here at 56 Auto Sales want to make your purchase process as simple as possible, so we’ve put together a brief guide to compare the benefits of SUVs and sedans below. To learn more, or to see the SUVs and sedans we have for sale, contact our store in London, Ohio, today!

Size

The biggest and most important difference between an SUV and a sedan is the size. SUVs are much larger vehicles with all the benefits that that provides. If you’re taking a large group or your family on a trip, or you just need to store a few more items, an SUV is going to do well for you every time. Even if you’re only driving with a handful of people, everyone will have much more legroom, making for a more comfortable trip. 

However, because of their size, a sedan is much easier to handle, maneuver, and park. The shorter distance between the front and rear wheels means a tighter turn radius, and you’ll have a much easier time fitting into tight parking spaces.

SUV Benefits

SUVs have a few advantages over sedans that they can’t really match, however.

Power

If you need a vehicle that packs a punch, an SUV wins every time. More and more often, all-wheel drive and four-wheel drive are a standard feature in modern SUV lineups, allowing for much more stability and control on the road and off it. Those same features also make driving in and through snow, water, and other environmental obstacles much easier and safer.

Visibility

When driving an SUV, there’s better visibility all around. First, because you’re higher up, you have a much broader field of view thanks to your higher driving position. Large windows are a standard feature of most SUVs, further adding to this advantage. Not to mention the fact that no one could possibly fail to see you and your large vehicle!

Sedan Benefits

That said, sedans are still better for some people thanks to their own strengths.

Budget and Fuel Economy

Sedans tend to be more affordable than SUVs when it comes to sticker price, largely because there’s just less material used in their construction. They also keep the savings coming thanks to the relatively efficient fuel economy they have.

Safety

Sedans are also safer in normal road conditions for a couple of reasons. One, most models have a closed trunk that’s separate from the passenger space, which prevents stored cargo from bounding into anyone. Two, they’re easier to drive thanks to a lower center of gravity.

Ready to get shopping? For more information, or to see the SUVs and sedans we have available, contact us at 56 Auto Sales. We proudly serve Springfield, Dayton, and Columbus, Ohio—let us serve you today!