The 2021 Cadillac XT6 is a sharp spin on three-row family crossovers, but misses on a few details.
Pros Comfortable interior Good V-6 power Sharp face Good active safety features Available all-wheel drive
Cons Rivals cost less... …and some have better interiors Rear is a dud No Super Cruise
The 2021 Cadillac XT6 comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic.Luxury trim level debuts below Premium Luxury and Sport.New base 237-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine.Wireless compatibility for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Pros Quiet interior Third row is roomy enough for most adults Easy-to-use infotainment system
Cons Minimal cargo space behind third row Many advanced driver safety aids don't come standard Jumpy throttle makes it hard to accelerate smoothly Low towing limits
A turbocharged four-cylinder joins the XT6 lineup for 2021 as part of the new entry-level Luxury trim level. The turbo four is shared with the smaller XT5 SUV, makes 237 horsepower, and comes paired to a nine-speed automatic transmission and either front- or all-wheel drive. The 310-hp V-6 is still standard on the Premium Luxury and Sport models.
PROS Sharply styled façade, three roomy rows of seats, high-tech features list.
CONS Less-than-luxe cabin trimmings, lackluster V-6 fuel efficiency, borrows too much from other GM SUVs.
The 2019 Lexus UX 250h is an all-new model.The 2019 Lexus UX 250h comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: continuously variable-speed automatic.
Pros Fuel-efficient hybrid powertrain Improved performance over standard non-hybrid model Lots of standard and optional safety tech Maneuverable around town thanks to small dimensions
Cons Infotainment interface can be difficult to use Limited rear-seat legroom Small rear cargo space with high liftover height
The 2019 Lexus UX gives its maker a kicky new entry point for crossover shoppers.
Pros Attractive styling... ... inside and out Hybrid's excellent predicted fuel economy Fills a much-needed gap in Lexus' lineup Intriguing subscription model
Cons On paper, not much power CVTs aren't our favorite transmissions AWD only with hybrid Only a value compared to rivals
The 2019 Lexus UX Hybrid ranked #5 in Luxury Subcompact SUVs. Currently the Lexus UX Hybrid has a score of 7.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 8 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Supple ride quality Great fuel economy Attractive interior
Cons Below-average cargo capacity Frustrating infotainment system Lackluster powertrain