Top 10 SUVs with the highest ground clearance 2017
High-chassis cars not only provide good driving visibility but also make it easy to climb and overcome terrain.
10. Nissan Armada
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The 2017 Nissan Armada has a ground clearance of 231 mm. |
In 2017, Nissan Armada returned with a new design, 8-seat interior design, with a 5.6-liter V8 engine combined with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Armada is positioned in the family SUV segment and Nissan also does not say much about the off-road capability of this model. Armada has a ground clearance of 231 mm, the ground clearance of this Nissan is not difficult to conquer bumpy roads, serving camping or picnics.
9. Infiniti QX80
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The ground clearance of the Infiniti QX80 is 233 mm. |
The QX80 is a luxury SUV, essentially a more upscale version of the Nissan Armada. The interior also seats 8, the steering system is smoother, while the ground clearance is 233 mm. The Infiniti QX80 also won the 2017 Large Family SUV award.
8. Toyota 4Runner
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Toyota's 4Runner has a ground clearance of 228-243 mm, depending on the drive system equipment. |
The 4Runner is known as an off-road vehicle, belonging to the mid-size SUV segment with 3 rows of seats. The vehicle is equipped with a 4-liter V6 engine combined with a 5-speed automatic transmission. Optional 2-wheel drive with 243 mm ground clearance and rear-wheel drive with a lower ground clearance of 228 mm. In addition, Toyota also offers 3 optional TRD off-road packages.
7. Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
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The off-road expert Jeep Wrangler Rubicon has a ground clearance of 208-254 mm, depending on the version. |
Jeep Wranglers are known as off-road experts, with compact designs, removable roofs and doors. Jeep SUVs come in a variety of ground clearance options from 208 mm to 254 mm.
6. Toyota Sequoia
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Sequoia's ground clearance is 243-254 mm. |
This full-size SUV is a popular choice in the US, equipped with a 5.7-liter V8 engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission. Optional one-wheel or two-wheel drive, optional wheel size, ground clearance from 243 mm to 254 mm. The 2017 Toyota Sequoia also received the award for best SUV of the year in the US.
5. Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk
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The Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk version has a ground clearance of 274 mm. |
Jeep's Grand Cherokee Trailhawk can raise the chassis to a maximum of 274 mm, and the car is sold with 5 equipment packages and different 4-wheel drive options.
4. Land Rover Discovery
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Ground clearance of Land Rover Discovery is from 221-281.9 mm. |
The British luxury SUV has a 7-seat interior design. Discovery is equipped with an optional air suspension system, with a ground clearance of up to 281.9 mm. While with the standard suspension system, the Discovery's ground clearance is only 221 mm.
3. Land Rover Range Rover Sport
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Range Rover Sport has ground clearance from 213-287 mm. |
The Range Rover Sport is an option for those who like off-roading, but not for the majority. As a luxury SUV, the Rover Range Rover Sport has a high starting price and only seats 5 people. However, the engine is quite powerful and equipped with many high-end features. The Rover Range Rover Sport has 287 mm of ground clearance with air suspension, while the standard suspension is only 213 mm.
2. Land Rover Range Rover
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Ground clearance of Land Rover Range Rover from 220-295 mm. |
Land Rover Range Rover, a large luxury SUV with only 5 seats. Standard ground clearance is 220 mm, but the suspension can be raised to 295 mm.
1. Mercedes G550 4X4 Squared
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Mercedes' high-riding off-road specialist with 438 mm ground clearance. |
The off-road specialist Mercedes G500 has a standard ground clearance of 205 mm. In 2017, the German luxury car company introduced a new version called G550 4x4 Squared, with off-road improvements, a more rigid chassis, a wider body and especially a ground clearance increased to 438 mm.
According to VNE
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