The 2018 Volvo S60 ranked #13 in Luxury Small Cars. Currently the Volvo S60 has a score of 8.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 66 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Extremely comfortable front seats Excellent fuel economy
Cons Complicated, distracting infotainment system Cramped rear legroom in base trim
The S60 Cross Country is unchanged for 2018.
PROS There's nothing else like it on the road More ground clearance than other sedans Standard all-wheel drive Very comfortable front seats
CONS Only one color choice Handling doesn't inspire much confidence around turns Surprisingly firm ride quality Not much legroom in back
As German luxury automakers slice and dice traditional market segments, it's fair to say the 2019 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is in a class of one. The 4 Series is essentially a coupe/convertible version of the ubiquitous 3 Series sedan, and the Gran Coupe further complicates the naming scheme by being a four-door variant of the 4 Series.
Pros Hatchback body style makes it easy to load cargo Stout performance with either engine Upscale interior with easy-to-use controls Well-balanced ride and handling
Cons Available only with an automatic transmission Less cargo space than closest hatchback competitors Heavier and costlier than similar sedan competitors Less backseat headroom than in the 3 Series sedan
The 2019 BMW 4-Series ranked #7 in Luxury Small Cars. Currently the BMW 4-Series has a score of 8.7 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 34 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Thrilling, responsive handling Muscular optional engine Above-average cargo space
Cons Tight rear headroom
The 2019 BMW 4-Series distills our favorite parts from the related 3-Series and packages them in a better shape.
Pros Impressive powertrains, all of them Good looks from all body styles Standard automatic emergency braking Bigger infotainment screen this year Gran Coupe is especially attractive
Cons More for Apple CarPlay after first year Small-ish rear seat Interior can be a little dull Leather isn’t standard
