
The Volvo XC40 competes in the crowded class of luxury compact crossovers.
The Audi Q3 is aged and due for a replacement—it’s struggles to keep up.
The BMW X1 (and related Mini Countryman) are engaging to drive, but lack the interior tech to keep pace.
The GLA Class is mid-pack, with a good engine and raucous performance version, but its interior lacks some of the polish of its rivals.
The Lexus NX boasts a comfortable interior, and an available hybrid powertrain.
The QX30 is handsome, but somewhat cramped in the back (like the GLA Class).
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Quick Specs | ||||
The 2019 Volvo XC40 upends tradition—and traditional style—in mostly acceptable ways, and kicks off the car-subscription era with a stylish bang. |
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 Lexus NX remains a boldly styled, comfortable compact luxury crossover with solid standard features. |
The Mercedes-Benz GLA merges hatchback size with crossover functionality and luxury appointments, with better-than-average results. |
MSRP From | ||||
$33,700 | $34,700 | $34,950 | $36,485 | $33,950 |
Gas Mileage | ||||
23 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy |
Engine | ||||
Intercooled Turbo Regular 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 |
EPA Class | ||||
Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Compact Cars | Large Cars | Small SUV 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD |
Style Name | ||||
T4 FWD Momentum | 2.0 TFSI Premium Plus quattro | sDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle | NX 300 FWD | GLA 250 SUV |
Drivetrain | ||||
Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | ||||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Passenger Doors | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | ||||
Sport Utility | quattro Sport Utility | Sports Activity Vehicle | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
Transmission | ||||
Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | ||||
2019 Volvo XC40 vs. 2019 Audi Q3 | 2019 Volvo XC40 vs. 2019 BMW X1 | 2019 Volvo XC40 vs. 2019 Lexus NX | 2019 Volvo XC40 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class |