Unless the NX 300 F Sport's adjustable suspension and tighter seat bolstering are must-haves, we recommend sticking with the more comfortable NX 300. Add the Comfort package for its heated and ventilated front seats and blind-spot detection, and you'll have a well-equipped, quiet and refined luxury compact SUV.
PROS Generous backseat room Available power-folding rear seat Cabin is very quiet at highway speeds
CONS Remote Touch Interface can be distracting to use Limited rear cargo volume
The 2018 Lexus NX ranked #11 in Luxury Compact SUVs. Currently the Lexus NX has a score of 7.9 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 34 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Lengthy list of standard tech and safety features Ample legroom in both rows of seats
Cons Frustrating infotainment controls Small, restricted cargo space
Pros Striking looks, improved spaciousness, commendable ride quality, excellent build and finish
Cons Poor ergonomics, difficult-to-use infotainment system
The 2019 Jaguar I-Pace tackles the Tesla question with a direct challenge: It's a better-looking Model X rival with a more traditional kind of prestige attached.
Pros All-electric powertrain No interior gimmicks 240-mile range All the elements for good handling Spacious interior
Cons Unconventional shape Just one battery size Reliability is always a concern Will Tesla shoppers make the jump? Expensive first try
The 2019 Jaguar I-Pace ranked #1 in Luxury Compact SUVs. Currently the Jaguar I-Pace has a score of 9.2 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 12 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Bracing, near-silent acceleration Exhilarating driving dynamics Impressive all-electric range Spacious, elegant cabin
Cons Infotainment-related technology can be wonky and slow to respond
If you’re still anticipating that the arrival of any new electric vehicle will undo a 15-year-old car company, it’s time to let go of that fantasy. The Tesla killer is a myth. A phantom. A four-wheeled Chupacabra. That’s true even as the 2019 Jaguar I-Pace—a $70,495 five-seat crossover with an estimated 240 miles of range—establishes itself as the most complete electric vehicle yet. A Tesla competitor? Absolutely. Will it suck the life out of Tesla sales? Not a chance.
Pros Equal parts speed and serenity, luxe fit and finish.
Cons Slow-acting touchscreens, incomplete public charging network.
