Uploaded July 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
2024 BMW X2.
This BMW brings more power than most of its rivals, and surprisingly, its fuel economy is also near the top of its class.
2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale.
The Tonale crossover's closest competitors include the Lexus NX, Lincoln Corsair, and Audi Q5. The NX is available as a gas, hybrid, or plug-in hybrid SUV, but the plug-in model is only available in the highest trim levels, so it costs almost $10K more than the entry-level Tonale.
2024 BMW X1.
The 2024 BMW X1 is a class favorite because it combines a compelling driving experience and strong performance with sharp styling and a surprisingly spacious interior.
2024 Volvo C40 Recharge.
The Jaguar i-Pace comes in just one loaded model, but it costs more.
2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.
But potential buyers should know that the Evoque does have its drawbacks. While the driving experience is designed for luxury, it can be inconsistent.
2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge.
The all-electric Volvo XC40 Recharge enters its fourth year largely unchanged except for a new powertrain offering. It retains all the features that have made it a successful competitor in the small two-row premium crossover category, and adds a rear-wheel-drive option, the first for Volvo in 25 years. The XC40 EV’s sportier sibling, the separately reviewed C40 Recharge, gets the same addition.The single-motor rear-wheel-drive XC40 Recharge variants are rated at 248 horsepower while the dual-motor, all-wheel-drive models deliver 402 hp.In the past, the dual-motor system delivered sub-par range, but a 14% bump — thanks to new motors and some power management and aerodynamic improvements — makes the 2024 XC40 Recharge AWD models much more competitive. The Tesla Model Y still beats it handily, and other direct competitors, including the Audi Q4 e-tron, and all-wheel-drive Kia EV6 can go a little farther than the all-wheel-drive Volvo. But the differences are no longer substantial. The all-wheel-drive XC40 Recharge’s range should be enough to accommodate most drivers for work commutes and other everyday errands.The single-motor, rear-wheel-drive XC40 Recharge gets a new and more energy-dense battery that, combined with the weight savings from losing the second motor, gives it almost 300 miles of range, besting the single-motor Q4 e-tron 40, and making it competitive with the single-motor EV6 and dual-motor Model Y.Overall, the 2024 XC40 Recharge remains a great choice in a growing category, with many features, and a lot of technology, included in every trim level. The all-electric Volvo XC40 Recharge enters its fourth year largely unchanged except for a new powertrain offering. It retains all the features that have made it a successful competitor in the small two-row premium crossover category, and adds a rear-wheel-drive option, the first for Volvo in 25 years. The XC40 EV’s sportier sibling, the separately reviewed C40 Recharge, gets the same addition.
2025 Volvo XC40.
There’s just something about the Volvo XC40. Small crossovers can sometimes blur together, but the XC40 has a fun and interesting look that immediately sets it apart. That handsome styling is practical, too: The upright stance proudly embraces boxiness while also providing good interior space for the class. The XC40 has tough competitors, starting with the usual trio of Germans: the Audi Q3, BMW X1, and Mercedes-Benz GLA. But you could also look closely at the reasonably priced Lexus UX or the sharp-looking Jaguar E-Pace and Mini Countryman. There’s just something about the Volvo XC40. Small crossovers can sometimes blur together, but the XC40 has a fun and interesting look that immediately sets it apart. That handsome styling is practical, too: The upright stance proudly embraces boxiness while also providing good interior space for the class.The XC40 has been around since 2019, but steady updates have kept it from getting stale. We expect the 2025 XC40 to carry over some of the best aspects of past models, like a mild-hybrid B5 engine with a nice zip to it, and a built-in Google infotainment system. There isn’t much cargo space, but the XC40's shape easily accommodates passengers with accessibility concerns.The interior of the XC40 can’t be mistaken for any other vehicle in its class. There is a distinctive Scandinavian look and feel that fuses premium materials with usable space.
2024 BMW X2.
This BMW brings more power than most of its rivals, and surprisingly, its fuel economy is also near the top of its class.
2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale.
The Tonale crossover's closest competitors include the Lexus NX, Lincoln Corsair, and Audi Q5. The NX is available as a gas, hybrid, or plug-in hybrid SUV, but the plug-in model is only available in the highest trim levels, so it costs almost $10K more than the entry-level Tonale.
2024 BMW X1.
The 2024 BMW X1 is a class favorite because it combines a compelling driving experience and strong performance with sharp styling and a surprisingly spacious interior.
2024 Volvo C40 Recharge.
The Jaguar i-Pace comes in just one loaded model, but it costs more.
2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.
But potential buyers should know that the Evoque does have its drawbacks. While the driving experience is designed for luxury, it can be inconsistent.
2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge.
The all-electric Volvo XC40 Recharge enters its fourth year largely unchanged except for a new powertrain offering. It retains all the features that have made it a successful competitor in the small two-row premium crossover category, and adds a rear-wheel-drive option, the first for Volvo in 25 years. The XC40 EV’s sportier sibling, the separately reviewed C40 Recharge, gets the same addition.The single-motor rear-wheel-drive XC40 Recharge variants are rated at 248 horsepower while the dual-motor, all-wheel-drive models deliver 402 hp.In the past, the dual-motor system delivered sub-par range, but a 14% bump — thanks to new motors and some power management and aerodynamic improvements — makes the 2024 XC40 Recharge AWD models much more competitive. The Tesla Model Y still beats it handily, and other direct competitors, including the Audi Q4 e-tron, and all-wheel-drive Kia EV6 can go a little farther than the all-wheel-drive Volvo. But the differences are no longer substantial. The all-wheel-drive XC40 Recharge’s range should be enough to accommodate most drivers for work commutes and other everyday errands.The single-motor, rear-wheel-drive XC40 Recharge gets a new and more energy-dense battery that, combined with the weight savings from losing the second motor, gives it almost 300 miles of range, besting the single-motor Q4 e-tron 40, and making it competitive with the single-motor EV6 and dual-motor Model Y.Overall, the 2024 XC40 Recharge remains a great choice in a growing category, with many features, and a lot of technology, included in every trim level. The all-electric Volvo XC40 Recharge enters its fourth year largely unchanged except for a new powertrain offering. It retains all the features that have made it a successful competitor in the small two-row premium crossover category, and adds a rear-wheel-drive option, the first for Volvo in 25 years. The XC40 EV’s sportier sibling, the separately reviewed C40 Recharge, gets the same addition.
2025 Volvo XC40.
There’s just something about the Volvo XC40. Small crossovers can sometimes blur together, but the XC40 has a fun and interesting look that immediately sets it apart. That handsome styling is practical, too: The upright stance proudly embraces boxiness while also providing good interior space for the class. The XC40 has tough competitors, starting with the usual trio of Germans: the Audi Q3, BMW X1, and Mercedes-Benz GLA. But you could also look closely at the reasonably priced Lexus UX or the sharp-looking Jaguar E-Pace and Mini Countryman. There’s just something about the Volvo XC40. Small crossovers can sometimes blur together, but the XC40 has a fun and interesting look that immediately sets it apart. That handsome styling is practical, too: The upright stance proudly embraces boxiness while also providing good interior space for the class.The XC40 has been around since 2019, but steady updates have kept it from getting stale. We expect the 2025 XC40 to carry over some of the best aspects of past models, like a mild-hybrid B5 engine with a nice zip to it, and a built-in Google infotainment system. There isn’t much cargo space, but the XC40's shape easily accommodates passengers with accessibility concerns.The interior of the XC40 can’t be mistaken for any other vehicle in its class. There is a distinctive Scandinavian look and feel that fuses premium materials with usable space.
