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In order to counter the incessant threat of rising gas prices, several manufacturers have turned to a new market segment: premium compact SUVs. Pioneered by the Land Rover Freelander in 2001, this type of vehicle remained exclusive to the English brand until BMW introduced the X3 and grabbed the lead. Then, in 2007, Acura jumped to the forefront with the RDX. X3 sales have been freefalling ever since, especially with the growing number of quality alternatives. Full story...