Is 150 Horsepower Too Small for an SUV?

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McPaislee
07/24/25 8:46am
150 horsepower for an SUV is slightly low but does not affect normal driving. Here is an introduction to SUVs: 1. Introduction: An SUV refers to a Sport Utility Vehicle, which is a suburban utility vehicle that combines the space functionality of a station wagon with the off-road capability of a pickup truck. 2. Features: SUVs are characterized by strong power, off-road capability, spacious comfort, and excellent cargo and passenger-carrying functions. Some also say that an SUV combines the comfort and refinement of a luxury sedan with the nature of an off-road vehicle. 3. Models: The world's top SUVs are represented by the American Jeep Grand Cherokee, the British Land Rover Range Rover, and the German Mercedes-Benz G-Class, which have become one of the symbols of the wealthy class.
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StKinsley
08/11/25 4:19am
I've driven a 150-horsepower SUV for 10 years and found it perfectly adequate for daily commuting. During morning rush hour traffic, high horsepower is unnecessary; on the contrary, smaller displacement cars are more fuel-efficient and agile. On weekends, taking the whole family for outings, cruising at 120 km/h on the highway is effortless, and switching to S mode for mountain climbs isn't a problem either. Of course, when fully loaded, acceleration isn't as swift as in larger displacement cars, requiring an extra half-second for overtaking, but it's completely sufficient for an average family. The key is fuel efficiency—I can drive 80 kilometers more on a full tank compared to my friend's 2.0T.
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