The Cupra Ateca SUV is a brilliant family car that’s fast and great to drive, but you’ll have to accept its gloomy interior and boy racer exterior complete with tuner-esque branding.
PROS Surprisingly nimble Fizzing performance Still practical
CONS Boy racer looks Dark, gloomy interior A VW Golf R costs less
The Cupra Ateca gives you huge performance and impressive practicality for a reasonable price, but the Ford Puma ST will deliver even bigger thrills for significantly less money. And, if you’re after a sports SUV with an upmarket interior and a cosseting ride, then we’d take a Cupra Formentor.
PROS Cheap by all-wheel drive performance SUV standards Just as practical as a regular Seat Ateca Very well equipped
CONS Expensive compared with many conventional hot hatches So-so interior quality Engine could sound fruitier
PROS Hot hatch performance with SUV styling and practicality
CONS Infotainment isn’t easiest to use, Formentor is more stylish
Elevation Edition debuts with black wheels and exterior trim.Wireless functionality for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.Minor changes to trim option packages.
Pros Refined ride quality Quick acceleration from optional V6 engine Simple, easy-to-use cabin layout Modern onboard technology keeps you connected
Cons Cabin isn't particularly luxurious, even in the priciest trim level Some rival SUVs offer more cargo and third-row space Lackluster base engine
GMC has made a few packaging changes to the Acadia for 2021. The Pro Safety Plus package, which includes several driver-assistance features, is now standard on SLT, AT4, and Denali. An Elevation Edition package is now available on the SLE and SLT and includes 20-inch wheels and black exterior accents. A heated steering wheel joins the Premium package for SLT and AT4 trims. .
Pros Square-jawed styling, intuitive infotainment interface, cargo-friendly interior.
Cons Costs more than interior materials suggest, tight third-row passenger space, mediocre fuel economy.
The 2020 GMC Acadia’s expanded lineup and new styling look worth the wait.
Pros Good looks Infotainment upgrades worthwhile Intriguing new turbo-4
Cons Active safety tech should be standard A little narrow inside Push-button shifters not our favorite
