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Car shopping means sorting through endless choices, reviews, and specs. But not all best-sellers earn their popularity — something Consumer Reports discovered in their latest testing.

Many popular small SUVs aren't worth purchasing, even if you like the way they look, its testers said.

Before you head to the dealership, here’s which small SUVs Consumer Reports says to skip – and what to consider instead.

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