The Lexus LX 570 marries an old-school SUV portfolio with all the leather, all the wood, and almost all the space.
Pros Big V-8 power Plush cabin Great for towing Big, and big inside
Cons Kludgy, tiny, fixed third-row seat Horrible gas mileage Elephantine handling Bracing front-end style
The 2018 Lexus LX ranked #5 in Luxury Large SUVs. Currently the Lexus LX has a score of 8.2 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 63 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Cushioned ride Great for off-roading Upscale cabin History of high predicted reliability ratings
Cons Less cargo space than rivals Subpar fuel economy Distracting infotainment system controller
The 2018 Lexus LX 570 is essentially unchanged.The LX 570 comes in only one trim level and offers just a few options. Get the sensational Mark Levinson sound system. If you have kids, you might also be tempted by the rear-seat entertainment system.
PROS High off-road capability for a luxury SUV Beautifully crafted cabin
CONS Poor fuel economy, even for a luxury SUV Tech interface is distracting to use Second and third rows lack space and versatility
The new Equinox is based on an all-new architecture that weighs about 400 pounds less than its predecessor. Chevrolet credits the weight saving to high-strength steel and other grams-add-up type measures, but the reality is that there's quite a bit less Equinox this time around. The 2018 Equinox shrinks, losing its "tweener" status, and is now much closer to the Honda CR-V in all four main dimensions. To Chevy's credit the interior dimensions are pretty much the same, with the small hit in cargo space mitigated by the large hidden storage area under the cargo floor. The pricing disparity against its competition is a shame, because the Equinox is a compelling compact crossover SUV in virtually every other way. It looks great inside and out, offers good high-tech features, drives exceptionally well, will offer a diesel engine, and the promise of a high-horsepower version sounds fun. We just wish Chevy would take the cue from its competitors and broaden the availability of its advanced safety tech and add in active cruise as well.
The 2018 Chevrolet Equinox is a needed step forward for the brand and a solid compact crossover.
Pros Solid base engine Denim-like fabric is surprisingly comfortable Lighter, brighter, and smarter A fuel-efficient turbodiesel coming
Cons Still hard plastics abound Not as fuel-efficient as some Safety features reserved for top trims Smaller rear cargo area
The 2018 Chevrolet Equinox is fully redesigned for 2018. It's slightly smaller overall compared to its predecessor, but the reduced weight combined with more efficient engines pay off at the pump.
Pros Three engines to choose from, including a fuel-efficient diesel Smooth ride over most road surfaces Expansive list of optional safety features MyLink user interface is intuitive and easy to use
Cons Smaller cargo area compared to most of its competitors Base L trim is special order only The 1.5-liter engine and its slow-shifting transmission don't feel very lively
