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The Toyota RAV4 was the bestselling car in 2021, selling 1,132,000 units.[1]

Compact crossover SUV is a car classification/automobile segment for the second smallest crossover SUV, which are types of sport utility vehicles, below the larger mid-size crossover segment, and above the subcompact crossover SUV segment. Some models may be based on a compact car (D-segment), and others may be based on mid-size cars (E-segment). In mid-2000s, compact crossovers started to get popular, mainly in the U.S. In between 2005-2010, the U.S market share of compact crossovers increased from 6% to 11%.[2] By the late 2010s, the segment emerged, being the most popular segment in several regions. Compact crossovers are most popular in the U.S, with almost 1 in every 4 cars sold (24.2%) is a compact crossover. [3] Most compact crossovers use 2-row seating while upper-class crossovers use 3-row seating.

In 2021, the Toyota RAV4 became the world’s best selling car, beating the Corolla by almost 30,000 units, as of the end of 2021. [4]

Terminology

The term ‘compact crossover SUV’ comes from, and is mainly used in North America, where compact and crossover SUV also came from, and where most popular car classifications originate from. [5]

Outside of North America, but mainly in Australia and Europe, this segment can also be called ‘C-segment SUV’,[6]C-SUV[7] or ‘Compact CUV’.[8] Based on market, naming of segment may change. For example, in some markets, they may be called ‘medium SUVs’,[9] or mid-size crossovers/mid-size crossover SUVs, not to be confused with the North American definition of a mid-size crossover SUV, which is a larger D/E-segment crossover SUV. [10] Car classification of a specific model may differ between car markets, due to competition, pricing and differences in regional definitions.

Characteristics

Compact crossovers are usually based, related and are on the same platform as the similar-sized compact (D) sedans and hatchbacks, or the mid-size (E) sedans (example, Genesis G70 and GV70[11]). Cars in this segment typically come in front-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive trims, with mainly higher end compact crossovers coming in all RWD, FWD and AWD. Around North America, or depending on manufacturer, compact crossovers in length are typically 4,550–4,750 mm (179.1–187.0 in).[12]

Compact crossovers are meant to comfortably accommodate and are smaller than mid-size and full-size SUVs, making it easier to park. According MotorBiscuit[13], small SUVs are planned to balance comfort and practicality.[14] According to motor1,[15] compact crossovers provide larger passenger space than passenger cars, especially more headroom, with larger cargo volume that a tall and largely horizontal roofline usually affords. Compact crossovers have taller ground clearance, giving the driver a better view of the road. SUVs have a boxier shape along with luxuriously comfortable ride height, making getting in and out easier for many drivers, over passenger cars.[16]

History

The 1979-1987 AMC Eagle was considered the forerunner of compact crossovers.[17]

The AMC Eagle station wagon was the first ever compact crossover SUV, or known as the first ever crossover made. [17][18][19]Introduced in 1979, it was known as the forerunner of compact crossovers. It came in many other classifications, such as hatchback, sedan, coupé, and many more. It had full-time four-wheel-drive, which was never heard of at the time. After a 7 year hiatus of crossover production, the 1994 Toyota RAV4 was introduced, known as the first modern compact crossover. [20] Later models included the 1994 Toyota RAV4, the 1995 Honda CR-V, 1997 Subaru Forester, 2000 Nissan X-Trail, 2000 Mazda Tribute, and the 2001 Ford Escape.

Usually, due to popularity and the market share of crossovers, it is usual of car brands decide to make more than just one model of that segment. For example, Volkswagen has the Volkswagen Tiguan and the Tayron.

Markets

United States

As full-size SUVs are usually preferred in the U.S, smaller SUVs are often used for people who live in cities, or urban areas. Small SUVs allow people to park easier and navigate through busy streets. Small SUVs are usually made for customers that want a smaller, timesaving and more efficient vehicle. [21] For the last couple of years, the RAV4 has reigned as the best selling SUV in the U.S and globally.

Compact crossovers have been the most popular in the U.S for the past couple of years. From 2005-2010, the U.S market share of compact crossovers increased from 6% to 11%.[22] In 2014, compact crossovers outpaced mid-size sedans in sales for the first time. [23] Compact crossovers are most popular in the U.S, with almost 1 in every 4 cars sold (24.2%) is a compact crossover. [24]

In 2018, the Volvo XC60 was the first compact crossover to win the North American Car of the Year award. [25] In 2019, the electric Jaguar I-Pace won the 2019 North American car of the year award, followed by the Ford Mustang Mach-E in 2021,[26] followed by the Hyundai Ioniq 5 in 2022.


Europe

In 2019, the compact crossover segment in Europe is up 8% in 2019 to 872,500 sales, or 5.6% of the total European car market. In 2018, the two bestselling models were the luxury vehicles, the Mercedes-Benz GLC and the Volvo XC60, but in 2019, the Mercedes-Benz GLC went down to third place and Volvo XC60 to fifth place. Thanks to the new generation of the Toyota RAV4, sales went up by 33%, crowning it to be the bestselling compact crossover (in 2019).[28] In Europe, compact crossovers can be referred to as mid-size crossovers, although in North America mid-size crossovers are one class above.[29]

Audi’s first compact crossover was the Q5. In 2020, it was the third bestselling Audi SUV in Europe.[30] In 2021, the battery-electric Audi Q4 e-tron came. In 2007, it’s parent company, Volkswagen had made it’s first compact crossover, the Volkswagen Tiguan. In 2021, it was the third best selling compact crossover in Europe, selling 133,558 units. [31]

BMW’s first compact crossover was the BMW X3. Introduced in 2003, it was considered to be the first compact luxury crossover SUV. 11 years later in 2014, BMW introduced the BMW X4, the coupé SUV version of the X3. In 2020, BMW introduced the battery electric version of the X3, the iX3.

Mercedes-Benz’ first compact crossover was the Mercedes-Benz GLK. It was introduced in 2008, with production closing in 2015. In 2016, the GLC came along as the successor of the GLK. [32] In June 2019, the compact Mercedes-Benz GLB came along. As of January 2023, it is Mercedes-Benz’ newest model in the GL SUV segment.

Multiple manufacturers have replaced their mini MPVs with crossovers (for example; Peugeot 3008 was originally an MPV),[33] mainly because crossovers are one of the most popular car segments.

China

From 2014-present,[35] the Haval H6 has been the best-selling SUV/Crossover (known as a CUV in China), selling 370,440 units in 2021.[36]

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