The latest BMW X3 is well worth considering if you’re looking for a family SUV with a spacious and plush interior that’s relaxing to drive.
Pros Spacious cabin Practical boot Quiet and comfortable to drive
Cons Desirable options cost extra Looks like the old car Cabin doesn’t look very exciting
The X3 also becomes a more full-fledged member of the BMW family with its upgraded interior. And at a time when some of the brand’s passenger-car offerings have strayed from BMW’s historically strong dynamics, the new X3 makes an encouraging showing there as well.
Pros Chassis tuning like BMWs of old, improved interior, plenty of passenger and cargo space.
Cons Imprecise variable-ratio steering, goofy electronic shifter, the entry-level four pales next to the six-cylinder.
The 2018 Lincoln MKX ranked #17 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Lincoln MKX has a score of 8.0 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 24 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Cushioned handling Light on the wallet for the class, heavy on features Top-tier crash test scores
Cons Below-average gas mileage
The 2018 Lincoln MKX has an athletic feel and a classy interior, but we wish that its most advanced safety tech was available at a lower price point.
Pros Robust V-6 engines Comfortable, upmarket interior Good infotainment system Rides and handles well Conservatively handsome looks
Cons Thirsty lineup lacks hybrid option Frustrating push-button shifter Advanced safety tech is costly Is Lincoln a true luxury brand?
The MKX is unchanged for the 2018 model year.Overall, we recommend the MKX's Select trim level. It's just above the base Premiere trim level and adds a few creature comforts. More important, it's the key to getting desirable options packages such as the Climate package and the Select Plus package
PROS Quiet interior with spacious rear seating Comfortable ride quality A lot of features for the money Strong turbocharged V6 engine option
CONS Interior quality isn't as high as that of many European rivals Thick roof pillars and a small rear window impair rear visibility
