This is especially true when the driver is trying to avoid an obstacle or potential accident. They are three times more likely to roll over than a car or van. SUVs also have dismally low performance when testing their braking ability. The stopping distance of these vehicles is much longer than your average passenger vehicle because of their weight. These vehicles are also not environmentally designed.
Gasoline is a major expense for large SUVs.
Even worse some get only 12-16 m.p.g. In addition to higher fuel costs, SUVs have higher repair and maintenance costs. In addition to higher gas and maintenance costs, many insurance companies are raising liability rates on SUVs. The same companies are offering other car owners discounts. Rates for SUV theft insurance can also be quite high.