The 2020 Volvo XC40 comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.Leather upholstery replaced by a cloth and faux-leather combo on base trim.More standard features for the R-Design and Inscription trims.
PROS Pleasing interior with premium materials Clever small-item storage and cargo solutions Plenty of standard and available safety features
CONS Steep learning curve for touchscreen interface Cargo area is small for the class
As with other 2020 Volvo models, all XC40s come standard with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. Cloth seats replace the previously standard leather on the base Momentum model, though it remains available as an option; leather remains standard on the R-Design and Inscription models. The Momentum now features power child locks for the rear doors, an automatically dimming rearview mirror, and heated windshield wiper blades. A panoramic roof is standard on the R-Design. The ability to power fold the rear seats has evaporated from the XC40 lineup.
Pros Fun and funky styling, refined interior, technologically advanced features.
Cons Coarse engine sound, unexceptional fuel economy, slow-to-respond infotainment system.
The 2020 Volvo XC40 ranked #3 in Luxury Subcompact SUVs. Currently the Volvo XC40 has a score of 7.9 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 14 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Solid engine options Nice interior Roomy seating Long list of standard features
Cons Subpar cargo capacity Some tricky infotainment functions
The 2020 Hyundai Tucson comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed shiftable automatic.No significant changes for the 2020 Tucson.
Pros A wealth of features for the money Easy-to-use infotainment system Comfortable ride on rough roads Interior materials are a little bit nicer than what's used in rivals
Cons Slow acceleration with the base engine Less cargo space than top rivals Fuel economy falls behind class leaders
What the 2020 Hyundai Tucson lacks in distinctiveness, it makes up for in value, safety, and features.
Pros Great value Smooth ride Quiet interior Excellent warranty No-frills styling
Cons Spartan base model Smaller size than rivals Top tech reserved for Limited model
The 2020 Hyundai Tucson ranked #9 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Hyundai Tucson has a score of 7.7 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 27 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Relaxed ride Good predicted reliability rating Solid list of standard technology Long warranty
Cons Uninspiring engine options Lower fuel economy estimates than rivals Below-average cargo space
The 2019 received a wide range of updates, so the 2020 Tucson's changes are modest. Hyundai revamped the available colors for the exterior; a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob are standard on Sport trim levels and above.
Pros Handsome exterior, straightforward dashboard design, agreeable driving demeanor.
Cons Less cargo space than key rivals, mediocre fuel economy, powertrain warranty doesn't transfer to second owner.
