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You can find a number of great used SUVs for under $50,000. The best used SUVs under $50,000 below come from BMW, Acura, and Toyota and offer a good balance of comfort, features, and reliability. Ultimately, the best sport utility vehicle for you will depend on your specific needs and preferences, but any of these models can be a great choice.

The best used SUVs under $50,000 include the BMW X5

When Consumer Reports ranked some of the best used SUVs, the 2018 BMW X5 had a lot to offer buyers. It is comfortable, luxurious, and has plenty of technology to keep everyone happy. Previous generations of the X5 might have provided a rougher ride, but BMW fixed that for the 2018 version. It still handles well but offers an easier ride. BMW also offered the 2018 X5 with a third row of seats, but it isn’t the biggest area for adults. It might be better suited for children or cargo.

2018 was a bit early for some of the standard safety systems of today, but the X5 does have daytime running lights, a rearview camera, and electronic stability control. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the 2018 BMW X5 an overall crash test rating of five stars.

Acura’s MDX is another one of the best used SUVs under $50,000

Sometimes the 2018 Acura MDX gets overlooked for flashier options, but it is still one of the best used SUVs under $50,000. Acura made the MDX comfortable throughout and used high-end materials on the interior. The cabin is quiet and has plenty of room for passengers. While it comes with some modern safety systems, buyers might have to find a higher trim level to get more.

Acura also equipped the 2018 MDX with more safety features than the competition. Forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and automatic emergency braking are all standard. Lane-keeping assist, daytime running lights, and a rearview camera also come on the MDX. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave this SUV a five-star safety rating, and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety made it a Top Safety Pick winner.

You can’t beat the reliable Toyota Highlander

This Toyota Highlander is one of the best used SUVs under $50,000
A 2018 Toyota Highlander | Toyota

The 2018 Toyota Highlander is part of the long history of reliability this SUV is known for. It is functional and gets good fuel economy while having a relatively roomy interior. On top of that, the Highlander has good resale value. Buyers tend to hold onto Toyota SUVs like the Highlander for longer than usual because there is a lot to like about it.

Some of the standard equipment on the 2018 Toyota Highlander includes forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and automatic emergency braking. Lane-keeping assist also comes standard. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the Highlander a five-star safety rating, and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave it the Top Safety Pick award.

Ultimately, the best used SUV for you will depend on your specific needs and preferences, but any of these models can be a great choice for those looking for a reliable and affordable SUV.

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Amanda Cline is an avid fan of Formula 1 and joined MotorBiscuit in 2021. A Southwest Floridian, she easily and often finds automotive events to attend in the Tampa, Orlando, and Miami areas.
Amanda is a graduate of the University of Central Florida, where she earned a Bachelor’s in English Literature and a Master’s in Technical Communication. Combining her editorial and digital media expertise, Amanda served as a content creator for FanSided and now provides our readers with a variety of automotive subject matter like pickup trucks and SUVs, including valuable consumer advice.

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