The 2020 Kia Sorento comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic, 6-speed shiftable automatic.Lightly refreshed bumpers and exterior lighting.EX Sport and SX Limited trims dropped.
PROS Convenient size should fit many families Ample feature content for the money Stylish and quiet interior Extra-long warranty coverage
CONS Less cargo space than other three-row models Third-row seat is strictly for kids Lackluster acceleration even from the V6 engine
The 2020 Kia Sorento skimps on third-row seating, but in all other respects it’s a more than respectable crossover SUV.
Pros Upmarket feel inside and out Terrific ride quality Responsive, natural steering Strong value and warranty Solid, quiet feel
Cons Second row sits too low Don’t bother with the base engine Mediocre fuel economy
Changes are minimal on the 2020 Kia Sorento. There are modest styling updates front and rear, and Kia has consolidated the trim levels and packaging on V-6 models. The ritzy SX Limited and its lofty price are gone, but the one-step-down SX provides most of the important content. The standard navigation system on SX models now includes an integrated modem that allows you to control certain vehicle functions remotely and can notify you if you inadvertently leave a kid in the back seat.
Pros Simple interior layout, agreeable driving experience, seating for seven in a mid-size body.
Cons Difficult-to-access third row, numb steering, some safety features limited to upper trims.
The 2019 BMW X2 is the stylish and sporty sibling to the X1. It sacrifices some utility for its looks and drivability.
Pros Fun to drive Good base powertrain Higher-power M35i version this year Rear head room isn’t completely compromised
Cons Expensive in top trims Apple CarPlay requires a spend-up subscription Dour interior Past success on X4 and X6 didn’t trickle down
The 2019 BMW X2 SUV comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.
Pros Unique styling differentiates the X2 from the more traditional X1 Materials quality and build quality are top-notch
Cons Costs more than the nearly identical X1 crossover Less rear headroom and cargo space than the X1
The 2019 BMW X2 ranked #4 in Luxury Subcompact SUVs. Currently the BMW X2 has a score of 7.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 19 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Composed handling Comfortable ride
Cons Tight second row Hesitant acceleration from a stop Above-average price for class
