AUTO MODIFIED 2011

Jeep's Uconnect system has four different avenues in which a driver can specialize to their vehicle, depending upon their needs. Uconnect offers a multimedia Sirius Satellite radio, navigation system, phone, or vocally operated, system, and a web option. Jeep won a Good Housekeeping VIP, or Very Innovative Products, Award in 2009 for this feature. It is features like these that keep Jeep vehicles so diverse and so customized to their consumers.

If you’re looking at a fully-loaded Wrangler Unlimited, put the Toyota 4Runner on your list. It costs a lot more than the base Wrangler, but is comparable to the upper trims. The 4Runner is also a credible off-road vehicle, but unlike the Wrangler, reviewers say it’s comfortable on-road as well, and can even do family car duty.