The 2019 XT4 is the vehicle Cadillac needs, but is it too late?
Pros Will stand out from the crowd 30 mpg highway Excellent rear leg room Reasonable starting price
Cons Active safety system availability limited Where’s Super Cruise? Small cargo hold CUE is still CUE
The 2019 Cadillac XT4 makes for an affordable entry point into the world of compact luxury SUVs, offering a fuel-efficient engine and plenty of rear legroom. Also, you won't mistake its subdued design for anything but a Cadillac.
Pros Affordable starting price Standard support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Plenty of rear legroom
Cons Luxury features you'd expect to be standard are optional
The XT4's edgy styling had us hoping that Cadillac's subcompact crossover—like its ATS, CTS, and CT6 sedans—had been engineered to impress driving enthusiasts. But during the day we spent hustling the XT4 along the picturesque rural roads circumscribing greater Seattle, it became clear that Cadillac has instead aimed for more traditional entry-luxury crossover stuff: quietness, sumptuousness, and user-focused technology.
Pros Smart styling, quiet engine, decent interior
Cons Unhurried shifting quality, uncommunicative chassis.
The 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia ranked #10 in Luxury Small Cars. Currently the Alfa Romeo Giulia has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 14 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Excellent handling Superb engine power Spacious, supportive front seats
Cons Tiny back seats Undersized trunk
The 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia is one of the newest compact luxury sedans in the segment that prioritizes driving performance over everything else.Minor revisions to feature availability.
Pros Strong turbocharged engine lineup Sleek interior cabin styling Quadrifoglio model is the performance leader of the segment Infotainment system has an easy user interface
Cons Rear-seat space is tight for the class Base-model seats are flat and uncomfortable Manual transmission not available for the U.S. market Trunk space is small for the segment
The 2019 Alfa Romeo is the cognoscenti’s sports sedan, and not just because it’s Italian.
Pros Sensuous shape Great handling Strong engines Quadrifoglio thrills Highly customizable
Cons Sharp steering can be tiresome Lackluster infotainment Tight back seat Active safety tech costs extra
