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 2020 Jaguar F-PACE SVR comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.Android Auto and Apple CarPlay now standard.Diesel engine option discontinued.Two limited-edition appearance packages available for 2020.
Pros Available supercharged V6 delivers quick and powerful acceleration Outdoes many rivals on cargo space Handles and brakes like a sport sedan
Cons Interior materials disappoint for a luxury SUV at this price The larger the wheels, the poorer the ride comfort More road and wind noise in the cabin than competitors
A ridiculously loud, yet practical supercharged V8 SUV from Jaguar is the perfect car for the school run.
Pros The exhaust note The fact that it exists Incredible rapid torque delivery Huge emotional appeal Fantastic dynamic ability
Cons Fuel efficiency Interior feels outdated Steering feedback can be better Some features should really be standard
The 2020 Jaguar F-Pace ranked #6 in Luxury Compact SUVs. Currently the Jaguar F-Pace has a score of 8.4 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 23 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Large cargo hold Two rows of roomy and supportive seats Deft handling Robust engine options
Cons Some substandard cabin materials Glitchy infotainment system
