The 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric is the kind of electric vehicle shoppers want: a tall-riding crossover that doesn’t attract too much attention.
Pros All-electric powertrain Impressive, 250-mile range Usable cargo space Standard 7.0-inch touchscreen Automatic emergency braking on all trims
Cons Limited availability Is it really a crossover? Just front-wheel drive Small-ish second row
The 2019 Hyundai Kona ranked #1 in Subcompact SUVs. Currently the Hyundai Kona has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 24 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Potent turbocharged engine option Agile handling Upmarket cabin Intuitive infotainment system
Cons Less cargo space than most rivals Some road bumps disrupt ride quality
All-new electric version of the Kona.Hyundai has given the Kona Electric plenty of range and satisfying performance, even improving over the standard Kona in some ways.
Pros Long driving range of 258 miles Quick acceleration and sharp handling make it fun to drive Comfortable and quiet cabin Plenty of standard tech features
Cons Tight rear legroom Availability limited to just a few states
The 2018 Tesla Model X ranked #8 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Tesla Model X has a score of 8.5 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 19 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Absurd acceleration Long range Lots of cargo space Large, crisp touch screen
Cons Inconsistent build quality Second row has less legroom than rivals No Apple CarPlay or Android Auto
The 2018 Tesla Model X is the only all-electric SUV you can buy this year. It’s swift, pleasant to travel in, and relatively practical, save for its somewhat silly doors.
Pros Only all-electric crossover you can buy Amazing performance That 17-inch touchscreen Comfortable, quiet ride
Cons Overinflated Model S looks Gimmicky rear doors Easily hits six figures Not as spacious as you’d think
Tesla updates its vehicles on an ongoing basis rather than at discrete model-year intervals. As such, there's no clear-cut "new for 2018" information. Features and trim levels are tweaked sporadically. Notable recent changes compared to 2017 Model Xs include new fold-flat second-row seating and streamlining of the Model X's optionsavailability. The 90D trim level has also been discontinued.
PROS Instant, giddying acceleration Good range for an electric vehicle Three-row seating is available Very quiet
CONS Vast windshield lets far too much sun and heat into the cabin Finicky upward-swinging rear doors impede functionality
