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2019 BMW X3 xDrive30i

1. BMW X3

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$14,599—$61,998
Estimated combined MPG
27 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
3 out of 5

Pros

  • Fun to drive

  • Thrifty mild hybrid powertrain

  • Advanced infotainment systems

Cons

  • Fussy touch screen controls

  • Average reliability according to RepairPal® ratings

  • Above-average maintenance costs

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class GLC 300

2. Mercedes-Benz GLC300

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$16,998—$48,998
Estimated combined MPG
26 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4 out of 5
2021 Audi Q5 Premium 45 TFSI

3. Audi Q5

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$15,998—$44,998
Estimated combined MPG
25 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
3 out of 5

Pros

  • Choice of powertrains, including a hybrid option

  • Comfortable and upmarket interior

  • Many desirable features included as standard

Cons

  • Transmission is sometimes sluggish

  • Touchscreen placement is awkward and hard to access

  • Bland styling might not stand out enough

2021 Acura RDX A-Spec Package

4. Acura RDX

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$14,599—$50,998
Estimated combined MPG
23 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4 out of 5

Pros

  • Spacious and premium-feeling cabin

  • Dynamic and stable handling

  • Good cargo space

Cons

  • Only one choice of powertrain

  • Engine is a little thirsty

  • Touchpad controller is unintuitive and frustrating to use

2020 Lexus NX 300h

5. Lexus NX 300h

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$22,998—$39,998
Estimated combined MPG
31 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
(data not available)

Pros

  • Great hybrid powertrain

  • Spacious cabin

  • Peaceful, even at highway speeds

Cons

  • Infotainment touchpad is far from effortless

  • Limited cargo cubes

2020 Volvo XC60 T6 Inscription

6. Volvo XC60

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$16,998—$45,998
Estimated combined MPG
26 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
3.5 out of 5
2019 Cadillac XT5 Luxury

7. Cadillac XT5

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$16,998—$50,998
Estimated combined MPG
21 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5
2023 infiniti qx50 side

8. Infiniti QX50

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$13,998—$33,998
Estimated combined MPG
25 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4 out of 5

Pros

  • Lots of space

  • Comfortable

  • Quiet ride

Cons

  • Outdated tech

  • Lack of responsiveness

  • Inconsistent power

2023 lincoln nautilus side

9. Lincoln Nautilus

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$19,998—$66,998
Estimated combined MPG
24 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
(data not available)

Pros

  • Modern, elegant design throughout

  • Upscale ride feel and comfortable seating

  • Impressive list of standard and available technology

Cons

  • Base engine performance lacks excitement

  • The Excite drive mode roughens the ride

  • Some tech features feel like gimmicks

2020 Jaguar F-Pace 25t Prestige

10. Jaguar F-Pace

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$18,998—$59,998
Estimated combined MPG
17 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
3.5 out of 5

Pros

  • Impressive cargo space for its class

  • Sporty handling

  • Powerful drivetrains

Cons

  • Highway noise can be obtrusive

  • Complex controls

  • Decreased ride comfort on sportier S and SVR trims

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