Heated wiper blades and seats (AWD only), power child locks, and a rear 12-volt outlet added to base trim.R-Design and Inscription add 14-speaker stereo, blind-spot monitoring, keyless entry and drive, power-folding rear outer head restraints, and a parking assistance system.Convenience, Vision, and Climate packages replaced with similar Premium, Multimedia and Advanced packagesThe 2019 Volvo XC60 is one of the strongest contenders in the luxury SUV segment.
Pros Modern interior looks beautiful Plenty of available amenities and luxury options Abundant power from plug-in hybrid powertrain Seat comfort is unparalleled
Cons Not as fun to drive as most competitors Smaller cargo area behind rear seats than before Not as quiet as other cabins in the segment Even with air suspension, the ride is fairly busy
The 2019 Volvo XC60 ranked #9 in Luxury Compact SUVs. Currently the Volvo XC60 has a score of 8.0 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 20 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Superb amount of standard and available safety features Elegant, spacious, and comfortable interior Smooth ride and handling Excellent towing rating
Cons Current generation has below-average predicted reliability
The 2019 Volvo XC60 is the full picture: advanced powertrains, gorgeous interior, subtle exterior.
Pros New, affordable front-wheel drive offering Gorgeous interior Competent powertrains Standard advanced safety features Logical and sharp touchscreen
Cons Can get pricey quickly Not especially fuel efficient without a plug Requires premium fuel It’s not in our driveway now
The 2020 Jeep Cherokee comes with four wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic.No significant changes for 2020.
Pros Available V6 and turbocharged engines provide smooth and assertive power Absorbent suspension smooths out rough surfaces Capable and user-friendly 8.4-inch touchscreen on many models Trailhawk offers unique off-road capability for a small crossover
Cons Sluggish acceleration with the base 2.4-liter engine Less cargo capacity than other small crossovers
The 2020 Jeep Cherokee cashes in on off-road prowess and luxury features but comes up short elsewhere.
Pros High-quality cabin Sliding second-row seat Trailhawk off-road capability Sharp infotainment system Wide range of powertrains
Cons Lack of standard active safety tech Bland styling So-so fuel economy Inconsistent 9-speed transmission Smaller interior than competitors
The Cherokee underwent a significant mechanical and cosmetic update for the 2019 model year, so changes to the 2020 version are minimal. Newly available, though, is an Advanced Safety Group package that includes lane-departure warning, forward-collision warning, and rain-sensing windshield wipers. Jeep also is offering two new paint colors for the new year: Sangria and Spitfire Orange.
Pros Legitimate off-road capability, good ride and handling for the class, Jeep badge adds cred.
Cons Poor fuel economy, limited cargo space, not a great value.
