The 2018 Fiat 500X finishes in the bottom third of our subcompact SUV rankings. Despite its bold styling, this Fiat is less exciting and less practical than many crossover rivals.
Pros User-friendly infotainment system Upscale interior styling
Cons Shorter warranty than many competitors Very small cargo area Jittery ride quality Bland engines and clunky automatic transmission
The 2019 Fiat 500X is a stylish crossover SUV that’s outclassed in some ways.
Pros Cheeky looks Promising engine Comfortable ride
Cons No FWD model for sun states Not a great value Active safety tech is optional
New, more powerful 1.3-liter turbocharged engine with new nine-speed automatic.All-wheel drive is now standard.Updated exterior styling and gauge cluster design.
Pros Distinctive and well-made cabin with easy-to-use tech controls More character and style than many competing small crossovers New engine is one of the most powerful in the class Standard all-wheel drive
Cons Limited cargo and passenger space High starting price
The 2019 Dodge Durango ranked #9 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Dodge Durango has a score of 8.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 50 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Powerful engine lineup Class-leading towing capacity Lots of cargo space Intuitive infotainment system
Cons Handling can feel cumbersome Less upscale cabin interior than rivals Few standard safety features
The muscle-SUV 2019 Dodge Durango offers engaging handling and powerful engines, but it's falling behind in terms of safety.
Pros Muscle truck looks Muscle truck performance Upscale interior Surprisingly fun Rubber-burning Durango SRT
Cons Concerning safety scores Ride can be stiff V-8s guzzle fuel Starting to show its age
No major changes for 2019.Newly optional 19-speaker Harman Kardon stereo.With its aging platform, the 2019 Dodge Durango remains the stubborn outlier in the ever more car-based three-row SUV segment, offering not just a healthy V6 engine but two stout V8s, class-leading towing capacity and muscle-car styling cues.
Pros Third-row seats are surprisingly spacious Large touchscreen tech interface is one of the best in class Towing ability is exceptional for the class Has real off-road capabilities with 4WD and low-range gearing
Cons Fuel economy is below average, especially with the V8 Bigger and bulkier to drive than rival crossovers
