The Atlas Cross Sport is a stylish mid-size two-row SUV, but it's too similar to its three-row namesake to stand out from the crowd.
Pros Spunky styling, tons of available features, roomy interior.
Cons Ho-hum driving dynamics, truncated cargo space, shorter powertrain warranty than main rivals.
The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.All-new two-row midsize SUV based on the popular three-row Atlas.Introduces the first generation of the Atlas Cross Sport.
Pros Spacious interior with straightforward cabin design Good combination of athletic handling and everyday comfort Stylish exterior design
Cons Not very quick to accelerate, even with the optional V6 Lower fuel economy than some competitors
The 2021 VW Atlas is a competent family hauler that assimilates into the daily routine without fuss.
Pros Plenty of space Good warranty Good tech Relative value among competitors Solid powertrains
Cons A little boring Base touchscreen is on the small side Not fuel-efficient Cross Sport gets lost
The 2018 Jaguar F-Pace ranked #4 in Luxury Compact SUVs. Currently the Jaguar F-Pace has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 21 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Sports-car-like handling Comfortably seats five adults Extra-large cargo hold Fuel-efficient optional turbodiesel engine
Cons Minor irritations with the infotainment system Optional turbodiesel engine is sluggish off the line
Jaguar adds a third engine option for the 2018 F-Pace. A 247-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine is the new engine for the base model. A more powerful 296-hp version is also new and arrives midway through the model year. It replaces the 340-hp version of the supercharged V6.
PROS Available supercharged V6 delivers quick and powerful acceleration Bigger cargo space than many rivals Handles and brakes like a sport sedan Fuel-efficient diesel option gets 29 mpg combined
CONS More road and wind noise in the cabin than competitors The larger the wheels, the poorer the ride comfort Mediocre infotainment system with clunky smartphone integration Interior materials feel cheap for a luxury SUV at this price
The 2018 Jaguar F-Pace is a statement of style over sedans. It looks like it belongs, which we suppose is the point.
Pros Great road manners and sporty feel Variety of engine and trim choices Attractive styling Widescreen infotainment unit
Cons Safety features and rearview camera are added-cost options Interior too dark and plain in some colors Ride can be harsh in larger wheel size configurations
