The 2018 Jeep Renegade mounts a spirited defense of its brand bona fides, but delivers a less convincing impression of a great economy car.
Pros Looks like a real Jeep User-friendly interior Real off-road capability Clever design Easter eggs Tuck-away glass-panel roof
Cons Not a five-seater Too-snug rear seat Gas mileage is meh Upgraded 4-cylinder is noisy
The 2018 Jeep Renegade ranked #8 in Subcompact SUVs. Currently the Jeep Renegade has a score of 7.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 35 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Exceptional off-road capabilities Upmarket interior Smooth and nimble handling
Cons Rivals have more standard features Subpar gas mileage
The Jeep Renegade receives a handful of infotainment updates for 2018. A rearview camera, a 5-inch touchscreen and a six-speaker audio system are all now standard. New, upgraded 7- and 8.4-inch touchscreens now include Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility. All touchscreens are loaded with the newest version of Jeep's Uconnect infotainment system.
PROS Trailhawk model's best-in-class off-road capability Agile handling when going around turns Plenty of easy-to-use technology features Lots of character with a classic Jeep look
CONS Rear-seat legroom is tight for adults Boxy shape makes for lots of wind noise on the highway Fuel economy is middling for the segment Nine-speed transmission is clunky and easily confused
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.
