
The best and brightest on the road may be compact crossovers and Mercedes-Benz and BMW offer two of the best.
We like the GLC’s broad spectrum of powertrains and the X3’s execution of style of space.
The F-Pace is the most stylish but lacks some refinement from its engines.
The XC60 offers a beautifully rendered interior and available plug-in powertrain—for a price.
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is the most fun to drive among the bunch but it can be tiring.
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Quick Specs | |||||
It’s easy to see why buyers increasingly pick luxury compact crossovers like the 2019 Audi Q5; it’s comfortable and quick with plenty of room. |
The 2019 BMW X3 is a versatile compact crossover that delivers on rising expectations. |
The 2019 Jaguar F-Pace is a balanced, desirable crossover SUV. |
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class uses a plush ride and a lush cabin to captivate crossover crowds—and trumps it all with the AMG card. |
The 2019 Volvo XC60 is the full picture: advanced powertrains, gorgeous interior, subtle exterior. |
The 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio is everything expected from the Italian brand: excellent to drive, loaded with charm and style, but a quality question mark. |
MSRP From | |||||
$42,950 | $41,000 | $44,800 | $40,700 | $39,800 | $40,545 |
Gas Mileage | |||||
19 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy |
Engine | |||||
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
EPA Class | |||||
Small Sport Utility Vehicles 4WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Small SUV 4WD | Small SUV 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Small SUV 2WD |
Style Name | |||||
Premium 45 TFSI quattro | sDrive30i Sports Activity Vehicle | 25t AWD | GLC 300 SUV | T5 FWD Momentum | RWD |
Drivetrain | |||||
All Wheel | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | |||||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Passenger Doors | |||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | |||||
quattro Sport Utility | Sports Activity Vehicle | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
Transmission | |||||
Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | |||||
2019 Audi Q5 vs. 2019 BMW X3 | 2019 Audi Q5 vs. 2019 Jaguar F-Pace | 2019 Audi Q5 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class | 2019 Audi Q5 vs. 2019 Volvo XC60 | 2019 Audi Q5 vs. 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio |