Cars/trucks/SUVs are tools.
You should have the right one for your needs.
That means that yes, some people NEED SUVs, trucks, and mini vans and they should choose the most reliable/practical/economical ones to do the job.
I do think it is hilarious to see women in my community driving the "Luxury SUVs". I mean, it's an OXYMORON! Would you actually go of road in one of those babies? I have a neighbor with a Mercedes SUV and she drives it to the grocery store, the mall, etc. It is kept spotless and clean. It is a status symbol and nothing more. She could be driving something more useful and practical but that is not her style. Me, I have a really nice mini van... my other choice would have been a nice Volvo station wagon. I like quality, but I also like things to be practical. I don't live in the country or on rough terrain... I don't need an SUV. If I ever need an SUV I will get one... but it will be used as a Sports/Utility vehicle and not just a jumbo luxury car. In otherwords, If I drive a SUV it will be because I am hauling stuff around and getting it dirty! If I scrape it up a bit, no big deal.
Anyway, that's just my opinion... everyone is free to think whatever they want!