Is a Pickup Truck Considered an SUV?

Pickup trucks have been around since the early 1900s and have become a mainstay of American roads. While they may look similar to SUVs, they are in fact quite different.

The primary distinction between a pickup truck and an SUV is the bed of the vehicle. Pickup trucks have an open bed that can be used for hauling cargo, whereas SUVs generally do not.

Pickup trucks are also generally larger and more powerful than SUVs. They typically use large displacement V6 or V8 engines for increased torque and towing capacity.

This makes them ideal for carrying heavy loads or towing trailers or boats. Many pickup trucks also come equipped with four-wheel drive, which makes them well-suited for off-road driving.

Because of their size and power, pickup trucks tend to get worse fuel economy than smaller vehicles like SUVs or cars. This is due to the added weight of the engine, as well as the open bed that increases aerodynamic drag.

Additionally, some pickup truck models can be more expensive than their SUV counterparts.

Overall, pickup trucks are different from SUVs in many ways. They are larger, more powerful, and less fuel efficient than most SUVs on the market today. They also have an open bed which allows them to carry larger loads or tow heavier items than an SUV could typically handle. For these reasons, a pickup truck cannot be considered an SUV.

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Karen Watkins