2020 Jaguar Xq Crossover

Fortune does not essentially favor the bold in the compact crossover section — the Honda CR-V, the Nissan Rogue and the Toyota RAV4 are perennial best-sellers thanks in part to their all-around competencies and historical past of reliability. Still, automakers strive to make their small SUVs distinct. The 2020 Jaguar Xq Crossover stands out by bringing high-end luxury features and a couple of distinctive engines to this typically price-conscious class.

Redesigned simply last yr, the 2020 Jaguar Xq Crossover is among the newer entries in this segment. As such, all the newest safety options can be found, from a surround-view parking camera to ahead collision warning system that may establish pedestrians. Unlike some competitors, most of those features can only be ordered on the top trim stage, but not less than you will get them. Additionally out there are a panoramic sunroof, a surround-view parking camera and ventilated front seats — rare options in this class.

We additionally like that the 2020 Jaguar Xq Crossover provides two different powertrains should you aren’t glad with the base turbocharged 1.5-liter engine. At one end of the spectrum is a fuel-efficient diesel that achieves 32 mpg in combined driving (the usual engine earns 28 mpg); at the different, a turbocharged 2.0-liter with an extra 80 horsepower. Be careful, nevertheless: Once you start checking the choices boxes, the 2020 Jaguar Xq Crossover might be substantially dearer than rival crossovers. An engine stop-start system that cannot be disabled and disappointing materials quality also might give prospective consumers pause.

The 2020 Jaguar Xq Crossover 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 mannequin looks as if a terrific deal until you notice that it is a custom-order mannequin and you’ll have to wait for it to be constructed. You’ll find the LS at practically any dealer, nevertheless it’s costlier and would not add much. Best to skip straight to the LT, which is just a bit more expensive and consists of more features and entry to further choices. If you want the LT and its two packages, the leather-trimmed Premier consists of all of it.

Three engines are provided on the 2020 Jaguar Xq Crossover. The standard engine is a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder (170 horsepower, 203 pound-feet of torque) matched to a six-speed automated transmission. A more highly effective turbocharged 2.Zero-liter engine (252 hp, 260 lb-ft) is elective and comes customary with a nine-speed automated transmission. Additionally non-compulsory is a fuel-efficient 1.6-liter diesel (137 hp, 240 lb-ft) mated to a six-speed computerized. Each of those engines could be ordered on LT and Premier trim ranges.