Is Your Style SUV or Sedan?

SUVs and sedans are two types of vehicles that occupy most of our roads. While sedans are renowned for their maneuverability and often their fuel economy, SUVs give you space for the family and are generally more robust than cars.

Depending on your needs, you may decide to buy one or the other. Here, we take a look at the two types of vehicles, using the Honda catalog as a starting point.

How to Recognize an SUV?

The sport utility vehicle, known by its acronym SUV, is available in several market categories:

• Sub-compact SUV
• Compact SUV
• Mid-size SUV
• Three-row mid-size SUV
• Full-size SUV

Today's SUVs are more than merely rugged, they're also luxurious and versatile. With their higher ground clearance than a sedan, they can accommodate more occupants, and the cargo volume of an SUV is greater than that of a car.

If you're looking for a sub-compact SUV, the Honda HR-V will meet your needs. Agile in urban environments, it's fuel-efficient at the pump and has a reputation for being a reliable and durable Honda SUV.

For more versatility and space, the popular Honda CR-V and the Honda hybrid of the same model can meet your needs. The CR-V is versatile, practical around town and on the road, and an extremely reliable Honda compact SUV.

The Honda Passport is one of the mid-size Honda SUV models with an efficient V6 engine, ergonomic interior and legendary reliability.

As the family grows, the three-row Honda Pilot mid-size SUV is rugged, reliable and gives you the space you need. With its exemplary handling and spacious interior, it's a reliable, powerful and efficient SUV.

In short, SUVs are more robust than sedans, provide useful cargo space and allow all occupants to bring their luggage with them.

How to Recognize a Sedan?

The quintessential touring vehicle, sedans have been on our roads longer than SUVs - in fact, for over 120 years!

Because they are three-box vehicles, their ground clearance is lower than that of an SUV, which contributes to better roadholding. As the body height is lower, the cars corner more easily and are consequently more comfortable than SUVs.

With such ground clearance and responsive, agile handling, the sedans are easy to drive.

Sedan seats are also often more ergonomic and better cushioned than in SUVs.

What's more, sedans are generally more fuel-efficient than SUVs. Their lighter weight than that of SUVs helps save fuel at the gas station.

Finally, the maintenance costs of a sedan are often lower than those of an SUV, due in part to its smaller components.

Sedans come in two main categories:

• Compact sedan
• Mid-size sedan

The Honda Civic compact sedan is one of the Japanese automaker's icons, as it has been so popular for 50 years! Even today, the quality of its assembly, its driving pleasure and its successful styling make this car stand out from the crowd.

If you're looking for more space, buy a new Honda! The Honda Accord, a mid-size sedan, will meet all your needs. On our roads for over 45 years, the Honda Accord stands out for its comfortable ride, fuel-efficient engine, spacious interior and excellent resale value. The mid-size sedan par excellence, according to many experts.

As Michel Deslauriers points out in Le Guide de l'auto 2024:

"As you'd expect from a Honda product, the ergonomics of the controls are flawless..."

Are You an SUV or a Sedan?

In the end, if you were asked the question, are you an SUV or a sedan? The answer depends on a number of factors. One thing is certain: Honda cars are popular and have been on our roads for decades.

As for Honda SUVs for sale or used Hondas for sale, they're a dime a dozen on our roads. They're as reliable as they come, with plenty of space, a good load volume and sturdy construction.

Come and discover our full range of vehicles at your Honda dealership, Lallier Honda 40/640, in Lachenaie, near Repentigny. Take advantage of our advantageous Honda financing and personalized advice from the pros.