The 2018 Ford Edge has an eager feel and crisp design; safety scores and Sport ride quality give pause.The Edge satisfies more than a few needs. It’s sleeker than the truck-infused Expedition, even the Explorer. It’s more spacious than the Escape. It’s also devoid of any off-road pretense, any faux-SUV ruggedness.
Pros Quick steering Cabin’s muted details Wide range of engines Composed ride on small-tire models Edge Sport lives up to name
Cons Seats are a big letdown Real-world fuel economy Stiff Sport ride
The Ford Endura is Ford Australia’s first large soft-road SUV since it stopped producing the Territory. It is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel that’s both powerful and relatively economical. It is good to steer, with polished cornering manners for a large SUV. There are front-drive and all-wheel-drive versions, and auto-braking is standard.
Pros Punchy engine; roadholding, cabin space, standard features.
Cons Dated dashboard, no petrol option.
Many Australians sorely miss the locally built Ford Territory. We’ve had our first local drive of the imported Endura to discover whether that large-SUV product gap has been adequately filled…
Pros Spacious rear seat and big boot Good steering Ride comfort and secure handling on country roads Smooth and quiet turbo diesel Lots of technology/features from entry model upwards
Cons No third-row seating despite vehicle’s size Performance only adequate Urban ride quality still an unknown Cabin presentation a bit underwhelming $4000 charge for AWD
The 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque still bristles with energetic looks and turbo-4 power, but more refinement and more back-seat room are overdue.
Pros Stunning exterior shape Better powertrain Power bump on top trims One of the few SUV convertibles on the road...
Cons for good reason Not all that practical Aged structure Cramped rear seat
The 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque ranked #4 in Luxury Subcompact SUVs. Currently the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque has a score of 7.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 45 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Sophisticated cabin Robust engines Excellent off-road abilities Athletic handling
Cons Unrefined transmission Below-average fuel economy Small cargo area in convertible models Pricier than competitors
Refreshed touchscreen interface.Subcompact luxury crossovers have grown in popularity over the last few years in part due to their relatively low cost. While many vehicles in this class are similarly priced, the 2019 Land Rover Range Rover bucks convention and costs almost as much as larger compact crossovers. Still, the Evoque's substantial list of standard features and superior off-road performance could make it worth the financial stretch for the right buyer.
PROS Striking exterior and interior design Available convertible variant is the only one of its kind Fun to drive
CONS Limited visibility, especially for the convertible Not a lot of backseat space Premium pricing compared to subcompact competitors
