The throng of luxury compact crossovers currently in the market makes this a tough playing field, but the Volvo XC40 holds its own.
We prefer it over the Audi Q3 which has a taut feel and lots of grip, but heft that cuts into performance.
The BMW X1 (and related Mini Countryman) are engaging to drive, but the interiors will leave luxury-minded buyers wanting.
The GLA Class is new this year, and better packaging promises more satisfaction.
The Lexus NX boasts a comfortable interior, and an available hybrid powertrain, but a frustrating infotainment setup.
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The 2020 Volvo XC40 honed in on the Netflix and Stitch Fix crowd, with smart dynamics and style and an all-in subscription plan. |
The 2020 Audi Q3 blends practicality, quality, and fun in a chunky but city-friendly package. |
The dramatic lines on the Lexus NX keep it a compelling rival to pint-size luxury SUVs from BMW and Mercedes, but it could be more spacious. |
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 is a solid crossover entry point into the luxury German brand. | |
| MSRP From | ||||
| $33,700 | $34,700 | $35,200 | $36,870 | $34,250 |
| Gas Mileage | ||||
| 22 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 23 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 23 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy |
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| 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 |
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| Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 4WD | Large Cars | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Small Station Wagon |
| Style Name | ||||
| T4 FWD Momentum | Premium 45 TFSI quattro | sDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle | NX 300 FWD | GLA 250 SUV |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | ||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| 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 |
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| 2020 Volvo XC40 vs. 2020 Audi Q3 | 2020 Volvo XC40 vs. 2020 BMW X1 | 2020 Volvo XC40 vs. 2020 Lexus NX | 2020 Volvo XC40 vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class | |
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