2020 Cadillac Elmiraj

Fortune would not essentially favor the bold in the compact crossover phase — the Honda CR-V, the Nissan Rogue and the Toyota RAV4 are perennial best-sellers thanks partly to their all-around competencies and history of reliability. Still, automakers try to make their small SUVs distinct. The 2020 Cadillac Elmiraj stands out by bringing high-end luxurious options and a couple of distinctive engines to this usually price-conscious class.

Redesigned simply last yr, the 2020 Cadillac Elmiraj is likely one of the newer entries in this section. As such, all the most recent safety options are available, from a surround-view parking camera to ahead collision warning system that may establish pedestrians. In contrast to some rivals, most of these features can solely be ordered on the top trim level, but a minimum of you may get them. Additionally obtainable are a panoramic sunroof, a surround-view parking camera and ventilated front seats — uncommon choices on this class.

We also like that the 2020 Cadillac Elmiraj gives two different powertrains if you aren’t happy with the base turbocharged 1.5-liter engine. At one end of the spectrum is a fuel-efficient diesel that achieves 32 mpg in mixed driving (the usual engine earns 28 mpg); at the different, a turbocharged 2.Zero-liter with an additional 80 horsepower. Watch out, however: Once you begin checking the options packing containers, the 2020 Cadillac Elmiraj could be substantially dearer than rival crossovers. An engine stop-start system that can’t be disabled and disappointing materials quality additionally may give potential buyers pause.

The 2020 Cadillac Elmiraj is a five-passenger compact crossover that costs a bit more than most rivals. It is offered in 4 trims: L, LS, LT and Premier. The base L model looks like a terrific deal till you realize that it is a custom-order model and you will have to attend for it to be constructed. You will find the LS at virtually any vendor, but it’s costlier and doesn’t add a lot. Best to skip straight to the LT, which is only a bit dearer and consists of more options and access to further choices. If you need the LT and its two packages, the leather-trimmed Premier contains it all.

Three engines are provided on the 2020 Cadillac Elmiraj . The usual engine is a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder (170 horsepower, 203 pound-feet of torque) matched to a six-speed automated transmission. A extra powerful turbocharged 2.0-liter engine (252 hp, 260 lb-ft) is non-compulsory and comes commonplace with a nine-speed computerized transmission. Also optionally available is a fuel-efficient 1.6-liter diesel (137 hp, 240 lb-ft) mated to a six-speed automatic. Both of these engines can be ordered on LT and Premier trim levels.