The 2018 Buick Envision is a comfortable, roomy five-seat crossover that may not be the best in its class but is still worth a look.
Pros Pleasant styling Very quiet Comfortable ride Good value at bottom end
Cons Price escalates fast Oddball Preferred trim level Safety tech only on top models A little narrow
The 2018 Buick Envision ranked #11 in Luxury Compact SUVs. Currently the Buick Envision has a score of 7.9 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 25 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Peppy optional turbocharged engine Comfortable, roomy seats Lots of tech features
Cons Underwhelming base engine Numb handling Less interior opulence than luxury rivals
Among small luxury crossover SUVs, the 2018 Buick Envision might be worth your attention. Though its exterior styling is generic, it comes with a generous amount of features for the price and has an attractive interior trimmed in high-quality materials. It slots between the compact Encore and larger Enclave in Buick's portfolio. As such, it's pretty easy to maneuver around town but still has a decent amount of interior and cargo space.
Pros The cabin is quiet at highway speeds You get a lot of features for the money
Cons Weak acceleration with base engine Unsettled ride quality at times Cargo capacity is below average for the class
Redesigned for 2019, the Toyota RAV4 receives a variety of updates, including a stylish new look, a new engine, and added safety and technology features. No doubt they will contribute to the RAV4's status as the best-selling small crossover SUV on the market.The RAV4 is completely redesigned for 2019.
Pros Quiet interior and comfortable ride quality Abundant cargo and passenger space Updated tech interface with lots of USB and power ports
Cons Merely average power from base powertrain No other engines available Stiff, uncomfortable front passenger seat Engine sounds strained at full throttle
With a dollop of refinement, the 2019 Toyota RAV4 would be a solid home run.
Pros Looks great Wide range of trim levels Strong performing RAV4 Hybrid Active safety tech standard
Cons Interior space compromises Could use more sound deadening Pricey with options Confusing fuel economy story
The 2019 Toyota RAV4 ranked #5 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Toyota RAV4 has a score of 8.5 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 13 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Great gas mileage Lots of cargo space Many standard driver assistance features Comfortable ride
Cons Loud engine Some rivals are sportier