Consumer preference for American-made cars
is now at 40%, according to a recent survey by Cars.com. American-made vehicles are known for their great value, exciting performance, and stacked standard features. Jerry
, the car ownership super app
, checks out the top American-made vehicles that were born in the USA.American-made vehicles: Luxury SUVs
The beautiful 2022 Lincoln Navigator is the luxurious version of the Ford Expedition. Able to accommodate up to eight people, the fancy SUV offers plenty of much-needed legroom for third-row occupants. With a 3.5-liter V6 engine and 440 hp, the Navigator is available for $76,710.
New to the model is Active Glide, Lincoln’s proprietary semi-autonomous driving mode. Drivers will enjoy a hands-free driving experience similar to Cadillac’s Super Cruise.
The 2022 Jeep Wagoneer is a three-row SUV that can seat up to eight people. If you opt for its all-wheel drive, you’ll get more off-roading capability than other vehicles in its class. Available in six trim levels, the most popular choice is the Series II 4WD.
If you can swing the $73,995 starting price tag, you’ll get a 5.7-liter V8 engine backed by a four-wheel drive. Fuel economy is on the lower end, with 15 mpg in the city and 20 mpg on the highway.
The 2022 Tesla Model Y comes in two trim levels and can seat up to five people. “An exciting evolution of the luxury SUV, the Tesla Model Y is a leader in the EV revolution with sleek design, class-leading electric driving range, and impressive performance,” TrueCar
tells us. The Long Range AWD is the most popular trim and starts with a $67,190 price tag. With its electric engine and all-wheel drive, the Model Y boasts 127 MPGe in the city and 117 MPGe on the highway. Its driving range is also one of the best in the industry and much more trunk space is available to drivers than the Model 3
. American-made vehicles: Minivans
The 2022 Chrysler Pacifica is a smooth ride, with lots of space and function. The seven-seater offers all-wheel drive and comes in seven trim levels. It’s also the only minivan with an available plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Starting at $42,720, most drivers opt for the Touring L FWD. The Pacifica sports front-wheel drive and a 3.6-liter V6 engine. Families can expect more cargo space than they’d ever need and an EPA of 19 mpg in town and 28 mpg on the highway.
If you’re on a budget, the 2021 Chrysler Voyager has pleasant driving dynamics (the 2022 model is fleet-only and not offered to the general public). However, it does have a smaller range of standard and optional features.
Available in two trim levels, buyers prefer the L FWD for the seven-seater vehicle. The trim starts at just $29,655 and offers a 3.6-liter V6 engine with front-wheel drive. It also delivers the same fuel economy as the Pacifica, so you’re not missing out on anything there.
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American-made vehicles: Iconic SUVs
If you’d rather have impressive fuel economy over ample cargo space, the 2022 Ford Escape is worth consideration. The five-seater comes in 10 different trim levels and is an appealing choice for families. The compact crossover offers various engine choices which also include hybrid options.
The SE FWD model is a best seller, starting at $29,855. The trim features an all-wheel drive and a 1.5-liter I3 Turbo engine. The Escape’s EPA is estimated to be 28 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway. Not bad for an SUV.
The 2022 Ford Explorer received top marks for safety and has plenty of room for cargo. The midsize SUV can seat up to seven people and is available in eight trim levels. Explorer fans love the XLT RWD, which is powered by a 2.3-liter I4 Turbo engine with rear-wheel drive.
The Explorer starts at $39,815 and delivers 21 mpg in town and 28 mpg on the highway. Not the best fuel economy we've seen, but at least you’ll get a boatload of standard safety tech.
We love the 2022 Ford Bronco Sport. The little brother to the Ford Bronco, the Sport is ready to tackle any terrain. The small SUV comes in four trim levels and has just as much convenience as your typical crossover SUV.
The five-seater’s most popular style is the $31,875 Big Bend. The trim features a 1.5-liter I3 Turbo engine along with four-wheel drive. Adventurers can expect 25 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway.
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