![]() ![]() ![]() Sharing architecture with the Jaguar F-Pace, it’s the right size for weekend flings and daily commutes. Unveiled at The Design Museum in London, this is the meticulously-dressed, perfectly-coiffed sibling of the Land Rover family. If the Stelvio is any indication, Alfa Romeo may finally have what it takes to compete against Europe’s best models. Torque-vectoring AWD sharpens cornering, adjustable chassis settings adjust for sport and comfort and Italian craftsmanship only enhances the drive. Either engine is enough to put a dance into the Stelvio’s step. Built in Italy, Stelvio is based on the all-new rear-drive Giulia sedan and is offered with a 2.0-liter turbo-four that reaches 144 mph or, in Quadrifoglio trim, a 505-horsepower engine that romps 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds. Named for Italy’s challenging Stelvio pass, Alfa Romeo’s first-ever crossover is sufficiently roomy and imminently sexy. Leave it to the Swedes to create a fuel-efficient crossover that protects as beautifully as it looks.īase price: $33,200 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Ti Lusso A 250-horsepower, turbocharged four-cylinder engine will be standard at first with hybrids and EVs to follow. Not surprising in a Volvo, safety is fortified by standard pedestrian, cyclist, vehicle and large animal detection with autobrake. The crossover is distinguished by an optional color-contrasting roof, LED mood lighting, vertical swipe-screen, panoramic sunroof and large wheels. There’s a new Volvo XC60 coming, but check out this slightly smaller and more youthful expression of Volvo. If Swedish style and luxury are your preferences, you’ll have a great choice early next year. Slip into the left lane and have at it! Like all Volkswagens, the new Tiguan drives like it was engineered to swallow miles of fast Autobahn. Getting you there is a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that delivers 184 horsepower and 22/27 mpg - a bit less with 4Motion all-wheel-drive. A larger interior translates into more expansive streamlined bodywork that channels Audi, looking great at the valet stand or parked at the outdoor mall. Stretched with available third-row seats, it’s roomier for all you haul and do. I’m still not sure what the heck a Tiguan is, but it’s back for a second sexier generation. Tight handling is more Juke than Rogue - especially with available all-wheel-drive. ![]() Step out with a 141-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers 24/30 mpg. Load it with heated leather seats/steering wheel, automatic climate control, moonroof and navigation. Rear seat space is a bit tighter but still adequate for club hops with friends or taking young offspring to the park. Compared to its bigger sibling, Rogue Sport’s styling is more aggressive with a lower stance. ![]() Right in that mix are crossovers that are fun to drive, efficient to operate and are as suave as any sleek sedan.Ī solid example of smaller being better, Nissan offers a more compact version of its mega-popular Rogue. Some are boring while others get your heartbeat racing. Some are big boxes for carrying big families while others are barely large enough for a couple and their weekend luggage. As may be obvious when you look at the roads, crossovers now out-sell sedans. ![]()
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