The official line is that the Mokka is a traditional SUV, with butch looks and the option of four-wheel drive, whereas the Crossland X is intended to be a more family-friendly choice. To that end, all versions are front-wheel drive, which means there isn’t a driveshaft to the rear that robs the interior of usable space. The Crossland X also has deeper side windows than the Mokka to help create an airier feel inside, and it has smaller wheels, which have the potential to improve space, ride comfort and fuel efficiency.
The Vauxhall Crossland X is practical and comfortable, but it’s let down by an underwhelming driving experience.
Pros Spacious and comfortable Eager 1.2-litre petrol engine Plenty of standard safety kit
Cons Is it a genuine SUV? Steering too sensitive Wind noise at speed
Crossland X is not at all, an off-roader and is aimed, quite simply, at two markets: one is the young family and the other is the older couple whose children have left home and who might want to downsize to a sensible, smaller, yet still practical vehicle.
Pros Sensible and practical family car A range of customisation options Large choice of engines
Cons Tough competition, but will come out fighting
The 2020 Nissan Kicks is a quirky and cute crossover that’s inexpensive, but some of the details just feel cheap..
Pros Low price Spacious cargo area Good 7.0-inch touchscreen Standard active safety features Funky looks
Cons Cheap interior Cramped backseat Ergonomic quirks Anemic engine
Nissan doesn't make any significant changes to the 2020 Kicks lineup.
Pros Perky in-town power, adult-sized back-seat space, unexpectedly large cargo capacity.
Cons Lacks highway passing power, noisy under heavy throttle, no underfloor storage in cargo area.
The 2020 Nissan Kicks comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: continuously variable-speed automatic.Driver assistance features added to the base model.
Pros Strong estimated and real-world fuel economy numbers Larger cargo capacity than many subcompact SUVs Inexpensive compared to rivals
Cons Accelerates leisurely No optional all-wheel drive Lacks some desirable features
