Lighter vehicles handle better, brake shorter, and use less fuel. Here are the 15 lightest SUVs from 2019.
Powered by a 1.6L inline-4 producing 125 horsepower and 115 lb-ft of torque. It takes the top spot with the lightest curb weight of 2,639 lbs — well under the segment average of 4,242 lbs. That's better than 99% of SUVs.
Powered by a 1.6L inline-4 producing 130 horsepower and 118 lb-ft of torque. Curb weight: 2,844 lbs — 205 lbs heavier than the #1 spot. That's better than 99% of SUVs.
Powered by a 2.0L inline-4 skyactiv-g producing 148 horsepower and 146 lb-ft of torque. Curb weight: 2,851 lbs — 7 lbs heavier than the #2 spot. That's better than 99% of SUVs.
Powered by a 1.8L inline-4 producing 141 horsepower and 127 lb-ft of torque. Curb weight: 2,945 lbs — 94 lbs heavier than the #3 spot. That's better than 99% of SUVs.
Powered by a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 producing 189 horsepower and 207 lb-ft of torque. Curb weight: 2,950 lbs — 5 lbs heavier than the #4 spot. That's better than 98% of SUVs.
Powered by a 1.0L turbo inline-3 producing 123 horsepower and 125 lb-ft of torque. Curb weight: 3,021 lbs — 71 lbs heavier than the #5 spot. That's better than 98% of SUVs.
Powered by a 2.0L inline-4 producing 148 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque. Curb weight: 3,120 lbs — 99 lbs heavier than the #6 spot. That's better than 98% of SUVs.
Powered by a 2.0L h4 producing 152 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque. Curb weight: 3,128 lbs — 8 lbs heavier than the #7 spot. That's better than 97% of SUVs.
Powered by a 1.6L inline-4 producing 139 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. Curb weight: 3,161 lbs — 33 lbs heavier than the #8 spot. That's better than 97% of SUVs.
Powered by a 2.4L tigershark inline-4 producing 180 horsepower and 175 lb-ft of torque. Curb weight: 3,184 lbs — 23 lbs heavier than the #9 spot. That's better than 97% of SUVs.
Powered by a 2.4L inline-4 producing 180 horsepower and 175 lb-ft of torque. Curb weight: 3,192 lbs — 8 lbs heavier than the #10 spot. That's better than 96% of SUVs.
Powered by a 1.4L turbo inline-4 producing 138 horsepower and 148 lb-ft of torque. Curb weight: 3,237 lbs — 45 lbs heavier than the #11 spot. That's better than 96% of SUVs.
Powered by an electric powertrain producing 109 horsepower and 210 lb-ft of torque, with 111 miles of range. Curb weight: 3,289 lbs — 52 lbs heavier than the #12 spot. That's better than 96% of SUVs.
Powered by a 1.5L turbocharged inline-3 producing 134 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. Curb weight: 3,300 lbs — 11 lbs heavier than the #13 spot. That's better than 95% of SUVs.
Powered by a 2.0L inline-4 producing 144 horsepower and 139 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 3,300 lbs curb weight. That's better than 95% of SUVs.
Full Comparison: Lightest SUVs by Curb Weight in 2019
| # | SUV | Curb Weight | Price | HP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2019 Nissan Kicks | 2,639 lbs | $18,640 | 125 hp |
| 2 | 2019 Kia Soul | 2,844 lbs | $16,200 | 130 hp |
| 3 | 2019 Mazda CX-3 | 2,851 lbs | $20,390 | 148 hp |
| 4 | 2019 Honda HR-V | 2,945 lbs | $20,520 | 141 hp |
| 5 | 2019 Mini Clubman | 2,950 lbs | $26,800 | 189 hp |
| 6 | 2019 Ford EcoSport | 3,021 lbs | $20,390 | 123 hp |
| 7 | 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | 3,120 lbs | $21,995 | 148 hp |
| 8 | 2019 Subaru Crosstrek | 3,128 lbs | $21,895 | 152 hp |
| 9 | 2019 Kia Niro | 3,161 lbs | $23,590 | 139 hp |
| 10 | 2019 Jeep Compass | 3,184 lbs | $22,780 | 180 hp |
| 11 | 2019 Jeep Renegade | 3,192 lbs | $23,090 | 180 hp |
| 12 | 2019 Buick Encore | 3,237 lbs | $24,798 | 138 hp |
| 13 | 2019 Kia Soul EV | 3,289 lbs | $33,900 | 109 hp |
| 14 | 2019 Mini Countryman | 3,300 lbs | $27,400 | 134 hp |
| 15 | 2019 Toyota C-HR | 3,300 lbs | $21,145 | 144 hp |
The Bottom Line
The 2019 Nissan Kicks takes the top spot with 2,639 lbs. The 2019 Kia Soul is a close second. All 15 SUVs listed here beat the 2019 segment average of 4,242 lbs.