A Sports Utility Vehicle is available in a variety of different models — those which place a particular emphasis on the ‘sports’ aspect, such as the Porsche Cayenne, and those which focus on the ‘utility’ aspect like the VW Amarok, respectively. These vehicles successfully combine off-road driving capabilities, including higher traction and flexible suspension, with comfort and style.
Originally, the SUV was a military vehicle. The US army tasked manufacturers with inventing a prototype vehicle that was a four-wheel drive and had the ability to carry its soldiers over rough terrain while also being tough and durable. Willy’s Overland created the Jeep in preparation for World War Two.
Britain then created their adaptation of the vehicle when Maurice and Spencer Wilks produced the Land Rover. While this model had similar specifications to the American Jeep, it was to be used more as a vehicle for farmers and was introduced in 1948.