
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar may align more closely with the Porsche Macan in terms of price, although the Velar is slightly bigger.
The Macan offers better on-road performance—especially in Macan Turbo models—for now, but the Velar wins in sheet metal.
The GLC-Class can be far more affordable, although GLC Coupes start at nearly the same price.
The Audi Q5 is a conservative pick among the group, but its understated class could have its appeal.
The Jaguar F-Pace is related to the Velar and is better to drive, but falls down on tech and exterior looks.
The X5 makes its case in usable space, although it lacks the appeal of all of the above.
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Quick Specs | |||||
The 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar takes chances in its exterior and interior and wins spectacularly. It’s a new benchmark for the luxury SUV company. |
The Audi Q5 is certainly the segment's most modern offering, delivering a high degree of technology, comfort, and conservative style. |
The 2018 BMW X5 remains a thoughtful crossover SUV for families, although enthusiasts may be left wanting unless the right options are selected. |
The 2018 Jaguar F-Pace is a statement of style over sedans. It looks like it belongs, which we suppose is the point. |
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class captivates crossover types with its lush cabin and its plush ride; there’s AMG power on tap if you must. |
The 2018 Porsche Macan is the performance pick among compact crossovers because of course it is. Purists may scoff, but we don’t much care. |
MSRP From | |||||
$49,900 | $41,500 | $57,200 | $42,065 | $40,050 | $47,800 |
Gas Mileage | |||||
18 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 25 MPG Hwy |
Engine | |||||
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-6 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
EPA Class | |||||
N/A | Small SUV 4WD | Standard SUV 2WD | Small SUV 4WD | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 4WD |
Style Name | |||||
P250 | 2.0 TFSI Premium | sDrive35i Sports Activity Vehicle | 25t AWD | GLC 300 SUV | AWD |
Drivetrain | |||||
Four Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | All 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 | |||||
Sport Utility | quattro Sport Utility | Sports Activity Vehicle | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
Transmission | |||||
Automatic w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | |||||
2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar vs. 2018 Audi Q5 | 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar vs. 2018 BMW X5 | 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar vs. 2018 Jaguar F-Pace | 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class | 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar vs. 2018 Porsche Macan |