With rising gas prices gluing full-size trucks to dealer lots, folks who still need a pickup's utility should find that the midsize and more fuel-efficient 2009 Toyota Tacoma is an ideal alternative. Engines offer good balance of power and fuel efficiency, excellent off-road ability, impressive build quality, well-appointed interior. --According to edmunds.com

The 2010 Lexus GS 350 delivers competitive performance and superb engineering at a moderate price.  Impressive power, refined ride and handling balance, quiet and well-appointed cabin, outstanding fit and finish.  --According to edmunds.com

The 2010 Toyota Tacoma is a top choice in the midsize pickup segment thanks to a highly capable nature and wide array of configurations. Engines offer good balance of power and fuel efficiency, excellent off-road ability, impressive build quality, well-appointed interior. --According to edmunds.com

The 2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class is a capable, versatile SUV that offers the typical Mercedes attributes of high quality, prestige and safety.   Comfortable for five, high-quality interior materials and construction, many updated entertainment and communications features.  --According to edmunds.com

The 2011 Ford Expedition is a lot more civilized than its truck-based roots might imply, making it a fine choice for those who need a vehicle with large passenger, cargo and towing capacities.  Rides and handles better than you'd expect; high towing capacity; roomy third-row seat; flexible interior with easy-to-fold rear seats.  --According to edmunds.com

The 2007 Honda CR-V is the most refined and practical small SUV Honda has ever built. If you're shopping in this class, it should be high on your list.  Thoughtfully designed cabin with numerous family-friendly touches, high-quality interior materials, comfortable and quiet ride, agile handling.  --According to edmunds.com

Spacious, comfortable and easy to drive, the 2011 Toyota RAV4 is a top pick for a small-to-midsize crossover SUV.  Huge cargo space with flat load floor and low load height; comfortable ride; responsive handling.  --According to edmunds.com

Equipped with the V6, the 2011 Toyota Sienna offers truly spirited performance, just as we've come to expect from this jewel of a power plant. The Sienna's ride quality is plush, and handling is competent in all versions. The 2011 Toyota Sienna minivan is an excellent choice for larger families. --According to edmunds.com  

The 2011 Toyota Corolla's softly sprung ride is perfect for commuting, and wind and road noise are nicely quelled, even at highway speeds. Like most Toyotas, the Corolla's seats are soft and comfy, and will likely bring words like "recliner" and "La-Z-Boy" to mind. The front seats offer a decent amount of space even for taller drivers, while the backseat also boasts decent room and a cushy bottom. Comfortable ride; simple controls; good fuel economy. --According to edmunds.comquiet cabin. --According to edmunds.com

The 2011 Toyota Corolla's softly sprung ride is perfect for commuting, and wind and road noise are nicely quelled, even at highway speeds. Like most Toyotas, the Corolla's seats are soft and comfy, and will likely bring words like "recliner" and "La-Z-Boy" to mind. The front seats  offer a decent amount of space even for taller drivers, while the backseat also boasts decent room and a cushy bottom. Comfortable ride; simple controls; good fuel economy.  --According to edmunds.com

The 2011 Toyota Corolla's softly sprung ride is perfect for commuting, and wind and road noise are nicely quelled, even at highway speeds. Like most Toyotas, the Corolla's seats are soft and comfy, and will likely bring words like "recliner" and "La-Z-Boy" to mind. The front seats offer a decent amount of space even for taller drivers, while the backseat also boasts decent room and a cushy bottom. Comfortable ride; simple controls; good fuel economy. --According to edmunds.comquiet cabin. --According to edmunds.com

It's a well-rounded package, the 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor.  Spacious seating front and back, solid build quality.  --According to edmunds.com

As you would expect of a Hummer, the 2010 H3T offers impressive off-road ability, a decent on-road demeanor and look-at-me styling.  Serious off-road ability, smooth ride on pavement, rugged styling, simple cabin controls, comfortable seats.  --According to edmunds.com

With more room, more power and more conveniences than its predecessor, the redesigned 2008 Toyota Highlander is truly optimized for family use. If you're shopping for a midsize crossover SUV this year, make sure you try this Toyota. Powerful and fuel-efficient V6, easy to maneuver, user-friendly cabin design with reconfigurable second-row seats and a fully usable third row. --According to edmunds.com

The 2010 Toyota Tacoma is a top choice in the midsize pickup segment thanks to a highly capable nature and wide array of configurations. Engines offer good balance of power and fuel efficiency, excellent off-road ability, impressive build quality, well-appointed interior. --According to edmunds.com

The 2011 Toyota Camry is a plush-riding champ on the highway. No wonder that the Camry remains one of the top family sedans on the market. Roomy cabin, quiet and cushy ride, and excellent crash test scores. --According to edmunds.com 

Straddling the midsize wagon and crossover SUV segments, the 2009 Subaru Outback offers more off-road chops than other wagons and better handling than crossover SUVs.

The 2011 Toyota Corolla's softly sprung ride is perfect for commuting, and wind and road noise are nicely quelled, even at highway speeds. Like most Toyotas, the Corolla's seats are soft and comfy, and will likely bring words like "recliner" and "La-Z-Boy" to mind. The front seats offer a decent amount of space even for taller drivers, while the backseat also boasts decent room and a cushy bottom. Comfortable ride; simple controls; good fuel economy. --According to edmunds.comquiet cabin. --According to edmunds.com

The new 200 a car that delivers on the style it promises, both in  the quality of its interior and in the way it goes down the road.  The 200 shows us that refinement is  still possible in this market segment.  The 2011 Chrysler 200 comes with a long list of standard  safety features.  --According to edmunds.com

The Ford Fusion is a great way to get down the road. Great safety features and fuel economy makes this car a must have. Stop Kendall Toyota today and drive this one home.

For the drivers who require an all-conquering, all-terrain SUV, the 2011 Toyota 4Runner is a top choice. Outstanding off-road capability; pleasant on-road demeanor; strong V6 engine; ample cargo capacity.  --According to edmunds.com

The 2011 Toyota Corolla's softly sprung ride is perfect for commuting, and wind and road noise are nicely quelled, even at highway speeds. Like most Toyotas, the Corolla's seats are soft and comfy, and will likely bring words like "recliner" and "La-Z-Boy" to mind. The front seats offer a decent amount of space even for taller drivers, while the backseat also boasts decent room and a cushy bottom. Comfortable ride; simple controls; good fuel economy. --According to edmunds.comquiet cabin. --According to edmunds.com

The 2011 Dodge Journey is significantly better than the model it replaces, and so now merits consideration by anyone in the market for a small-to-midsize crossover.  Family-friendly size; wide-opening rear doors; sophisticated interior with many useful features.  --According to edmunds.com

Standard all-wheel drive, roomy seating front and rear, punchy turbocharged engines.  --According to edmunds.com

The 2011 Kia Sorento crossover SUV hits almost all the right notes, and it does so with the affordability you'd expect.  Plentiful standard features; decent-sized third-row seat; sporty handling; punchy optional V6; long warranty.  --According to edmunds.com

The 2007 Dodge Ram is still the king of big-truck attitude and can handle the diverse duties of comfortable daily driver and capable workhorse with equal ease.  Strong output from 5.7-liter V8, sharp steering, compliant ride.  --According to edmunds.com

The 2012 Chevy Equinox is a stylish and comfortable entry in the highly competitive small-crossover segment www.edmunds.com

The 2011 Mazda 3 provides more driving enjoyment and greater refinement than its affordable price tag would suggest. If you're shopping for a small, inexpensive sedan or hatchback, it should be at the top of your list.  Benchmark handling; stylish, well-equipped interior; impressive list of luxury options.  --According to edmunds.com

Superior off-road capability, surprisingly fun to drive around town, rough-and-tumble image.  --According to edmunds.com

Highly capable whether on the pavement or in the dirt, the 4Runner is a well-rounded midsize SUV, and one of our favorites.  Powerful engine lineup, well mannered on pavement, above average off-road capability, comfortable, well-trimmed cabin, long list of standard equipment.  --According to edmunds.com