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Top 20: Best Family Vehicles in 2020, According to Parents Magazine

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Two-Row SUVs – Best Quiet Ride: Buick Envision

Buick Envision
Buick Envision | Photo: V.Aubé

Buick vehicles have long been associated with quiet rides and silent cabins. The Envision, assembled in China, is no exception to this rule thanks to the noise reduction system.

Parents magazine mentions the excellence of the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission, but take note that this unit is reserved for the more upscale versions. In the other trim levels, the driver has to make do with a naturally-aspirated 2.5L 4-cylinder engine and a 6-speed transmission.

Our Review of the 2019 Buick Envision

Two-Row SUVs – Best Steering System: Chevrolet Equinox

Chevrolet Equinox
Chevrolet Equinox | Photo: D.Rufiange
Chevrolet Equinox, steering wheel
Chevrolet Equinox, steering wheel |

It's true that the Chevrolet Equinox comes with a reputation for mediocre quality of construction, and is less durable than the average. But since its redesign for the 2018 model-year, the compact SUV does much better in terms of the driving experience delivered, and even of overall quality. Parents magazine found the Chevrolet's steering to be particularly precise, while its powertrain is as powerful as you'd expect.

Our Review of the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox

Vincent Aubé
Vincent Aubé
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