The E-Pace will likely compete against the baby Benz crossover and baby Bimmer crossover, but the Jag is bigger than both.
We like the X1 for its solid turbo-4 and modest looks, but it’s not as compelling to drive as the E-Pace.
The GLA isn’t as big inside, and its material quality is questionable in lower trims, but it’s the only one to offer a performance version (for now).
The Audi Q3 is outclassed in every way so far and is due for a replacement soon.
The Lincoln MKC is surprisingly fast when optionally equipped with a 2.3-liter turbo-4 and can be fun to drive, although it can be extraordinarily expensive.
Want to roll the dice on a brand with a sketchy rep that’s not called “Jaguar”? Take a look at the Stelvio.
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Coming soon to a Pepperdine parking lot near you: the 2018 Jaguar E-Pace. |
The 2018 Audi Q3 offers a fun-to-drive alternative to the entry compact luxury car, but with more utility. Versus its rivals, it delivers more ride comfort and interior refinement, but less fuel efficiency. |
The 2018 BMW X1 is a compelling crossover pick for a budget BMW buyer who can’t do without a roundel. |
The 2018 Lincoln MKC is a luxury compact crossover that’s a relative value compared to others. It’s an SUV with all the amenities, but without the cachet. |
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class blends hatchback with crossover, with better than mixed results. |
Remarkably fun to drive and beautiful too, the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio is great at driving, less facile at crossover-SUVing. |
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| $38,600 | $32,900 | $33,900 | $33,355 | $33,400 | $41,995 |
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| 21 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy |
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| 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 |
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| Small Sport Utility Vehicles 4WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Large Cars | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Small Station Wagon | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 4WD |
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| P250 AWD | 2.0 TFSI Premium FWD | sDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle | Premiere FWD | GLA 250 SUV | AWD |
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| All Wheel | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
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| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sports Activity Vehicle | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
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| Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2018 Jaguar E-Pace vs. 2018 Audi Q3 | 2018 Jaguar E-Pace vs. 2018 BMW X1 | 2018 Jaguar E-Pace vs. 2018 Lincoln MKC | 2018 Jaguar E-Pace vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class | 2018 Jaguar E-Pace vs. 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio | |
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