Although designs vary, SUVs have historically been mid-size passenger vehicles with a body-on-frame chassis similar to that found on light trucks.

Early SUVs were mostly two door models, and were available with removable tops.

Most SUVs are designed with an engine compartment, a combined passenger and cargo compartment, and no dedicated trunk.

Bodies of SUVs have recently become more aerodynamic, but the sheer size and weight keeps their fuel economy poor.

SUVs became popular in the United States, Canada, and Australia in the 1990s and early 2000s.

Luxury SUVs typically offer the most expected safety features including side airbags, ABS and traction control, and many of them also come with electronic stability control, crash resistant door pillars, dynamic head restraints and back-up sensing systems.

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2011 Porsche Cayenne Turbo

The first name that pops up in our mind when talking about expensive SUVs is 2011 Porsche Cayenne Turbo.

It comes with 5-seat arrangement and is absolutely convenient and compact.

The black colored carbon fiber body further adds to the charm of SUV.

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The other important features of 2011 Porsche Cayenne Turbo include drilled aluminum pedals and illuminated door stills.

The price of Porsche Cayenne Turbo lands approximately near Rs 11,378,250.

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Knight XV Hummer

Knight XV Hummer is a special SUV as it comes with ample of safety features.

This posh SUV features bullet proof glasses and the body of the car is made from the finest steel.

Knight XV Hummer has another major high spot, which is ASC Run Flat System that allows the car to zoom away with a speed of 50 km per hour.

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The interiors of Knight XV Hummer comprise lush and plush seats, cameras, sunroof and exotic lightings.

The SUV comes with a 400 HP engine and runs with E85 fuel.

However, this SUV comes with a hefty price tag of Rs 15,093,900 and is even costlier than Porsche Cayenne Turbo.

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2011 Mercedes-Benz G-Class G55 AMG

It is one of the most lavish SUVs in the world. This SUV comes with a 5-passenger arrangement.

The 2011 Mercedes-Benz G-Class is basically available to the consumers on two levels, one is G55 and the other one is G550.

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class G55 AMG comes with 19 inch alloy wheels accompanied with chrome brush guards and chrome running boards.

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The SUV boasts a massive 500 HP of power along with 516 lb-ft of torque.

Furthermore, the 2011 Mercedes-Benz G-Class G55 AMG has a four wheel drive system, which adds more charm to it.

The SUV comes with a price tag of Rs 11,000,000.

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Volkswagen Touareg R50

This midsized wallet-shattering crossover SUV comes with a huge diesel engine, bi-turbo V10 accompanied with 258kW and about 850 Nm of torque.

This SUV can easily cover a distance of 250 kilometers in merely an hour.

The SUV is loaded with some stirring features capable of blowing one's mind.

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Some of the major highlights of Volkswagen Touareg R50 are power sunroof, satellite navigation, power tailgate, blind spot detection, Bluetooth and adaptive cruise control.

In 2008, Volkswagen Touareg R50 was given a slight facelift, with enhancement of some of the technological features.

The price of Volkswagen Touareg R50 in India is Rs 6,656,356.

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2011 Land Rover Range Rover

The car has a 5-passenger seating arrangement and features 20 inches of alloy wheels, which is absolutely impressive.

It churns out maximum horse power of 510 along with 461 lb-ft of torque with 5.0 litre of V8 engine.

Other features of this luxurious SUV include ventilated front seats, strong air condition system and stylish looks.