The leaves have fallen, I can see my breath in the morning and my bald head is colder than an angry wife after a long night of poker with the guys.
That only means one thing in New York…the month and a half of Autumn is over and the snow is ready to come crashing in. Perfect time for a Top 9 list of the best vehicles to drive in the snow. (Top 10 lists are so yesterday)
A couple of things to keep in mind when shopping for a 4×4 winter sled. Make sure it comes with snow tires, has decent ground clearance for your driving habits, and appropriate tire width.
Used SUV’s may have low grade all-season treads that can under-perform in thicker ice and snow conditions. Do you make short commutes in minimal snow cover? If so, you may only need a smaller all-wheel drive/crossover vehicle rather than a taller, full-size SUV. Plus, those fat tires on the big boy SUV’s probably won’t grip as well as a standard set.
- Ford Edge | A 256hp crossover that’s safe & roomy.
- Toyota Highlander | One of the original crossovers – reliable, light-weight & handles great in the snow.
- Subaru Forester | Top rated AWD with great handling, safety & sensibility.
- Subaru Tribeca | Modern, stylish & high safety rating.
- Volkswagen Toureg | Classy, lots of fun & powerful – up to 310hp available.
- Lincoln MKX | Dress up your Ford Edge in it’s Sunday best and this is what you’ll get – pleasantly refined.
- Mercedes Benz M-Class | Smooth riding, very safe & strong in the snow.
- Volvo XC90 | This 7 passenger snow tank is perfect for a winter family trek; lots of room & power.
- Subaru Outback | Perfect for light duty winter driving – AWD, high quality and loaded with features.
My Favorite? Â The VW Snow Sled at the top. Germans make awesome sleds.
