The 2019 Infiniti QX50 is a beautiful package of technological innovations—in places visible and not visible.
Pros Beautiful, inside and out Good standard safety tech Remarkably advanced engine Good value in top trims Whisper-quiet interior
Cons Dual-screen infotainment system Option packages are walled off in some trim levels Getting top safety packages requires top trims Finicky throttle in early, pre-production models
The 2019 Infiniti QX50 ranked #9 in Luxury Compact SUVs. Currently the Infiniti QX50 has a score of 8.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 13 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Lots of cargo space Great gas mileage Spacious, supportive seats
Cons Uninspiring handling Disappointing infotainment system
Infiniti’s slinky QX50 is more than just a pretty face—its creased sheetmetal is hiding a revolutionary new powertrain. A quest for increased fuel efficiency led Infiniti to develop a first-of-its-kind variable-compression-ratio turbocharged engine, good for 268 hp and, by Infiniti's estimate, 30 to 31 mpg on the highway.
Pros Invisible and novel tech; spacious, refined, quiet, and comfortable.
Cons We anticipated better fuel economy; the usual CVT complaints.
The 2020 Lincoln Aviator is a three-row SUV that fits in the Lincoln lineup just beneath the Navigator. It's rear-drive-based and shares its underpinnings with the new rear-drive Ford Explorer. Part of the second Aviator generation introduced for the 2020 model year
Pros Upscale design inside and out Powerful standard engine Lots of advanced features Available plug-in hybrid powertrain
Cons Third row is not really suitable for adults Perfect Position seats add lots of complexity for minor gains in comfort Price can rise quickly with options
The 2020 Lincoln Aviator gives wing to Ford’s luxury-SUV ambitions, with sensational style and Lincoln’s first plug-in hybrid drivetrain.
Pros A baby Navigator, in the best ways Wide-screen infotainment and displays Plug-in hybrid power Versatile three-row seating A stunning interior
Cons Puts the $$$ in $$$$ Small third-row seat V-6 engine moan Grand Touring shift quality and weight
The 2020 Lincoln Aviator's #6 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Lincoln Aviator has a score of 8.0 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 17 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Incredibly user-friendly infotainment system Stylish cabin with plenty of cargo space Cushioned ride Powerful engine
Cons Some rivals are more opulent Less agile than some competitors Narrow front seats detract from comfort
