The 2016 Envision is an all - new
luxury compact crossover with segment - challenging driving dynamics, advanced technology,... read more
The 2016 Envision is an all - new
luxury compact crossover with segment - challenging driving dynamics, advanced technology, connectivity and Buick's trademark interior acoustics.
What is it:
A luxury compact crossover with an efficient (and fun) diesel engine combined with the already nimble F - Pace chassis
The 2018 Mercedes - Benz GLC and the Alfa Romeo Stelvio are two excellent
luxury compact crossovers with very different personalities.
Not exact matches
With the rise of the
crossover SUV, the market for
compact luxury sedans isn't what it once was.
It stands out as a stylish, fun - to - drive
compact crossover with the
luxury trappings buyers expect.
The BMW X3
compact luxury crossover is available
with a choice of turbocharged engines and comes standard
with all - wheel drive.
Mercedes - Benz made waves earlier this year
with its low - cost CLA - Class, but the new 2015 Mercedes - Benz GLA - Class
crossover may actually be more important given the state of the hot
compact luxury crossover segment right now.
The 2018 Mercedes - Benz GLC is a superb premium
compact crossover with a high - quality cabin, plenty of standard equipment and tempting options, along
with a ride quality and driving experience that's wholly fitting for a
luxury marque.
A true longitudinally mounted turbocharged inline four - cylinder is the hallmark of the modern
compact luxury sedan, and the IS finally boasts one to compete
with the Germans, courtesy of the NX 200t
crossover.
Many
luxury brands have introduced
crossover options in the last few years — but only BMW has been able to effortless pair performance
with capability,
with new Sports Activity Vehicles like the subcompact BMW X1, the
compact BMW X3, and the sleek BMW X6 sports coupe.
The upcoming
compact luxury crossover is expected to be the brand's best - seller,
with Infiniti clearing the decks above it in anticipation.
The automaker's first
compact luxury crossover, it's the smallest model in the Lexus SUV line - up, slotting in beneath the NX
with a surprisingly small footprint.
Bringing unadulterated Porsche performance in a
compact utility package, the Macan is more than just a
luxury crossover — it's a sports car
with utility function.
With that in mind, this week we decided to take a look at two new
luxury compact crossovers on the market from Lexus and Mercedes - Benz.
As we mentioned in our last week's Face - off Friday, the
compact crossover segment keeps heating up
with new additions every year and
luxury automakers seem to be taking advantage in hopes to grab a piece of the pie.
With the RX, Lexus essentially invented the
luxury crossover segment, and when it came time to enter
compact area of the segment, Lexus again wanted to set the bar.
The Vision Mercedes - Maybach Ultimate
Luxury concept is also an electric
crossover with four
compact permanent - magnet synchronous motors and fully variable all - wheel drive.
There's a hatchback - size 20.3 cubic feet of space behind the rear seatbacks (19.4 cubes for the two - door), and the maximum volume of 51 cubic feet (47.6 for the two - door)
with the rear seats folded is at the bottom of the
compact luxury crossover SUV class.
Infiniti's sporty
compact crossover SUV is both stylish and capable,
with added
luxury that makes for a comfortable cabin.
The appeal of the
luxury compact crossover is multifaceted, mixing a «go anywhere, do anything» attitude
with comfort and inherent driveability.
The combination of performance,
luxury and utility have proven to be a winning recipe, especially in recent years
with the rapid growth of the
compact luxury crossover class.
The 2015 Lincoln MKC is a new
compact luxury crossover SUV
with seating for 5 passengers and 25.2 cu.
Critical Knowledge: 2010 MDX: Acura's midsize
luxury SUV gets a mid-life makeover
with minor styling modifications, a new transmission, revised suspension, and a bunch of new technology.2010 RDX: This turbocharged
compact crossover SUV has revised styling, added standard equipment, upgraded technology features, and a new front - wheel - drive model
with a lower price tag and better fuel economy.2010 RL: Other than a color shuffle, the Acura RL carries over without change after a significant freshening in 2009.
It hits right in the bullseye of the
compact luxury crossover market and does so
with a compelling performance argument and a fantastic looking interior.
What is it: The 2018 Audi SQ5 is a
compact luxury crossover with a 354 hp turbo V6 that means business.
The handsome
compact luxury crossover hybrid uses a 2.5 - liter four - cylinder engine combined
with a pair of electric motors for a system output of 194 horsepower.
Following recent launches of its stunning new LC flagship coupe, LS flagship sedan and three - row RX
luxury utility vehicle, Lexus is opening a new gateway into the brand
with the UX, its first - ever
compact luxury crossover.
GENEVA, March 6, 2018 — Following recent launches of its stunning new LC flagship coupe, LS flagship sedan and three - row RX
luxury utility vehicle, Lexus is opening a new gateway into the brand
with the UX, its first - ever
compact luxury crossover.
Source: Lexus Press Release is on Page 2 All - New Lexus UX
Crossover Makes Its World Debut in Geneva The first - ever Lexus compact luxury crossover Bold «Urban Explorer» design First Lexus built on the new GA — C global platform UX 200 features all - new 2.0 - liter engine coupled with Direct Shift Continuously Variable Transmission UX 250h combines new gas engine with 4th generation hybrid system GENEVA, March 6, 2018 — Following recent launches of its stunning new LC flagship coupe, LS flagship sedan and three - row RX luxury utility vehicle, Lexus is opening a new gateway into the brand with the UX, its first - ever compact luxury c
Crossover Makes Its World Debut in Geneva The first - ever Lexus
compact luxury crossover Bold «Urban Explorer» design First Lexus built on the new GA — C global platform UX 200 features all - new 2.0 - liter engine coupled with Direct Shift Continuously Variable Transmission UX 250h combines new gas engine with 4th generation hybrid system GENEVA, March 6, 2018 — Following recent launches of its stunning new LC flagship coupe, LS flagship sedan and three - row RX luxury utility vehicle, Lexus is opening a new gateway into the brand with the UX, its first - ever compact luxury c
crossover Bold «Urban Explorer» design First Lexus built on the new GA — C global platform UX 200 features all - new 2.0 - liter engine coupled
with Direct Shift Continuously Variable Transmission UX 250h combines new gas engine
with 4th generation hybrid system GENEVA, March 6, 2018 — Following recent launches of its stunning new LC flagship coupe, LS flagship sedan and three - row RX
luxury utility vehicle, Lexus is opening a new gateway into the brand
with the UX, its first - ever
compact luxury crossovercrossover.
2018 Volvo XC60: The 2018 Volvo XC60 is a
luxury crossover SUV that competes
with compact crossovers like the Audi Q5, BMW X3, and Mercedes - Benz GLC.
This «
compact»
crossover is a roomy, comfortable family vehicle that can be outfitted
with many
luxury features.
The Acura RDX
compact luxury crossover comes fitted
with a 279 hp, 252 lb - ft 3.5 - liter V6 engine, all - wheel drive is optional and a 6 - speed automatic transmission is standard.
The way the side character line extends to the front fenders and appears to be folded over the fender panel; the laser - like headlamps; re-imagined double - arch grille; Forged Bronze paint
with three times the amount of metal flake as most paints seen on cars — it all combines to create a purposeful yet elegant shape the likes of which isn't really seen elsewhere in the
compact luxury crossover segment.
Among the first to market
with a
compact luxury crossover SUV when it introduced the X3 for the 2004 model year, BMW has always emphasized paved - road performance
with its smaller «sports activity vehicle.»
With the 2016 GLA, MB has produced a sub - $ 35,000 compact - luxury crossover SUV that obliterates the field with its stunning good looks, powerful engine options and surprisingly roomy inter
With the 2016 GLA, MB has produced a sub - $ 35,000
compact -
luxury crossover SUV that obliterates the field
with its stunning good looks, powerful engine options and surprisingly roomy inter
with its stunning good looks, powerful engine options and surprisingly roomy interior.
With compact -
luxury crossover SUVs like the BMW X1 and Lexus NX roaming freely, it was only a matter of time before Mercedes - Benz jumped into the fray.
Meet the 2017 Buick Encore, a
luxury sub
compact crossover that comes packed
with an extensive list of standard features, a quality - built
luxury interior, and an extremely comfortable ride quality.
A fully loaded Escape Titanium
with all the trimmings will exceed $ 38,000; that's
luxury territory, and several thousand more than a Honda CR - V, but we have to admit the Escape is a very nicely equipped
compact crossover SUV.
Automotive News Europe has learned from a source that Lexus is planning to build a
compact luxury hybrid
crossover to compete
with the likes of the Audi Q3 and BMW X1.
With that in mind, we'll compare the 2015 Mercedes - Benz GLA vs. 2015 Audi Q3 to help you find the choice that best fits your needs in the
luxury compact crossover segment.
Whether you're looking to zip around to your favorite restaurants and night spots or take a weekend trip
with to the beach,
compact luxury crossover will allow you to do all that and more.
Changes to the 2017 Lincoln MKC
compact -
luxury -
crossover SUV's standard equipment list include the addition of a power liftgate, Auto Stop / Start on front - wheel - drive (FWD) models (available
with all - wheel drive / AWD) and Auto Hold braking.
Marked by excellent quality and features
with unmistakable refined leather interior that added value and class to the Lincoln MKC More information about the 2016 Lincoln MKC: The
luxury compact crossover segment has grown quickly and is populated by brands from Europe, Japan and America.
Audi first began production of the
compact Q5
luxury crossover in 2008,
with the latest second - generation model dropping in 2016 at the Paris Motor Show.
With great style, plenty of
luxury and a smart new way to buy in, Volvo's XC40 is a star among
compact luxury crossovers.
Once you've compared the competition and then laid eyes on the 2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport, it's hard to imagine going
with anything else in the
compact luxury crossover SUV segment.
While small SUVs have classically been somewhat Spartan, this new segment of
compact luxury crossovers comes
with all the bells and whistles a buyer could want.