Just like the vehicles featured here, this comparison is a bit more mid-sized than our previous mega-shootouts. That wJust like the vehicles featured here, this comparison is a bit more mid-sized than our previous mega-shootouts.That wasn't the original plan. While the larger two-row SUV scene was relatively small—or outdated—at the turn of the decade, a steady stream of fresh talent has entered the arena over the last few years. In fact, the segment has essentially split into two schools of thought: the road-biased, premium cruisers and the rugged, off-road adventurers.For this challenge, we wanted to focus on the former—a subset arguably pioneered by the Nissan Murano nearly a quarter-century ago.Trimming the FieldWe had planned on including the current Murano, but accidents happen. The same went for another key rival, and a third contender we had our eyes on was simply unavailable.That left us with a highly focused quartet:The Mazda CX-70: The sleek new kid on the block.The Toyota Crown Signia: A high-riding, hybrid luxury experiment.The Hyundai Santa Fe: A recently reborn, boxy family hauler.The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport: The segment's venerable veteran.Both Mike and I spent a full week living with and driving these vehicles to see which mainstream contender delivers the ultimate premium, family-friendly experience—and which one will earn the right to face off against the Murano down the road.