Best in class (crossover SUV), without sacrificing performance.
5-star crash ratings front+rear; brakes are very smooth with low effort.
Excellent design and execution, pleasing aesthetics relative to the competition; makes the others look cheap (perhaps they are).
Longer wheelbase than RAV4/CR-V/SantaFe keeps it from riding like a bucking bronco (jerking front-to-back). Ride is near car-like, yet taught and well-controlled. Handling is very good; confidence instilling.
