The Lexus UX is one of a slew of compact crossovers that anchor the lineups of some big luxury nameplates.
The BMW X1 and Volvo XC40 are the freshest faces in the segment and each has its own appealing set of virtues.
The Volvo is particularly design-forward and is a strong value, too.
The BMW feels more thrifty and less nimble than its showroom siblings, but it’s relatively spacious.
Mercedes-Benz builds the GLA-Class and shares the architecture with the Infiniti QX30; they're both full of compromises, particularly in ride quality, but are solid to drive.
Audi's Q3 is new for the 2019 model year, and its shape doesn’t change much, though its tech offerings are much richer.
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The 2019 Lexus UX gives its maker a kicky new entry point for crossover shoppers. |
The 2019 Audi Q3 whispers “GTI” in the ears of brand-conscious drivers—but it’s, like, discreet about it. |
The 2019 BMW X1 crossover is the right shape and the right price for entry luxury buyers willing to overlook some flaws. |
The 2019 Infiniti QX30 stands out with style and sprightliness but makes compromises in interior space. |
The Mercedes-Benz GLA merges hatchback size with crossover functionality and luxury appointments, with better-than-average results. |
The 2019 Volvo XC40 upends tradition—and traditional style—in mostly acceptable ways, and kicks off the car-subscription era with a stylish bang. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $32,150 | $34,700 | $34,950 | $30,250 | $33,950 | $33,700 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 29 MPG City / 41 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 23 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy |
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| Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 |
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| Midsize Cars | Compact Cars | Large Cars | Compact Cars | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD |
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| UX 200 FWD | 2.0 TFSI Premium Plus quattro | sDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle | PURE FWD | GLA 250 SUV | T4 FWD Momentum |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front 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 |
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| Automatic/CVT w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2019 Lexus UX vs. 2019 Audi Q3 | 2019 Lexus UX vs. 2019 BMW X1 | 2019 Lexus UX vs. 2019 INFINITI QX30 | 2019 Lexus UX vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class | 2019 Lexus UX vs. 2019 Volvo XC40 | |
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