The 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia ranked #1 in Luxury Small Cars. Currently the Alfa Romeo Giulia has a score of 9.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 18 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Authoritative engines Class-leading athletic handling
Cons Restricted rear-seat legroom Limited cargo space
A short stint behind the wheel is all it takes to fall in love and forgive its flaws.
Pros Hot-blooded styling, designer interior, fun-loving driving dynamics.
Cons Stingy storage cubbies, inadequate backup camera, untested long-term reliability.
The 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia presents plenty of compelling reasons to jump ship from the “default” sports sedan brands.
Pros So good to drive Quadrifoglio is almost a Ferrari sedan Gorgeous styling Reasonable value Many permutations available
Cons Tight rear seat Infotainment way behind Rivals are more efficient Some cheap bits inside Reliability a big question mark
The 2018 Subaru Crosstrek is all-new for 2018. It rides on a new chassis, gets an upgraded version of the previous engine, and features a more refined cabin design with additional features.
Pros Precisely tuned suspension delivers sharp handling and a comfortable ride quality Spacious interior for a hatchback of its size Offers optional safety features not typically found in the class High ground clearance for enhanced off-road capability
CONS Lower EPA mileage numbers compared to other cars in its class Slow acceleration on the highway
The 2018 Subaru Crosstrek ranked #8 in Subcompact SUVs. Currently the Subaru Crosstrek has a score of 7.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 27 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Exceptional rear-seat space for the class Generous cargo room Quiet and fuel-efficient CVT Athletic handling
Cons Slow to accelerate Terrible gas mileage with manual transmission
The Crosstrek’s standard all-wheel drive and 8.7 inches of ground clearance set the stage for adventure. Acceleration is unhurried from a 152-hp 2.0-liter flat-four paired with either a six-speed manual or a continuously variable automatic.
Pros Adventurous aesthetic, solid road manners, genuine off-pavement potential.
Cons Slow and unrefined powertrain, uninspired interior, questionable value.
