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2020 Lexus NX 300h

1. 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

2019 Honda HR-V LX

2. Honda HR-V

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$13,998—$34,998
Estimated combined MPG
27 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5

Pros

  • Roomy seating

  • Easy to get in and out of

  • Standard wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration

Cons

  • Slow acceleration

  • Uncomfortable front seats

  • No 360-degree camera

2021 Buick Envision Essence

3. Buick Envision

CarMax owner rating

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

Pros

  • Quiet interior

  • Smooth ride

  • Good value

Cons

  • Small cargo area

  • Less plush than competitors

  • Limited steering feedback

2017 Lexus NX NX 200t

4. Lexus NX 200t

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$16,998—$30,998
Estimated combined MPG
24 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5

Pros

  • Smooth powertrain delivery

  • Generous passenger dimensions

  • Great tech

  • Premium interior feel

Cons

  • Smaller than expected cargo area

  • Touchpad control function is distracting

2019 Honda Passport Sport

5. Honda Passport

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$17,998—$51,998
Estimated combined MPG
21 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5

Pros

  • Strong V6 engine

  • Spacious interior

  • Capable, standard all-wheel drive

Cons

  • Jarring ride off-road

  • Adaptive cruise only above 20 mph

  • No wireless Android Auto™/Apple CarPlay®

2022 Chevrolet TrailBlazer RS

6. Chevrolet TrailBlazer

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$14,998—$33,998
Estimated combined MPG
27 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5

Pros

  • Modern technology

  • Roomy, comfortable seats

  • Ample cargo space

Cons

  • Fuel economy trails rivals

  • Base engine lacks power

  • Transmission is sometimes slow to downshift

2020 Kia Telluride LX

7. Kia Telluride

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$17,998—$50,998
Estimated combined MPG
21 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5

Pros

  • Standout exterior styling

  • Great ride and interior comfort

  • Tons of standard tech features

Cons

  • Could have better interior storage for small items

  • Only one engine available

  • Handles like a larger SUV

2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid SE

8. Toyota RAV4

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$14,998—$48,998
Estimated combined MPG
28 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5

Pros

  • Quiet and comfortable ride

  • Capacious cabin for passengers and cargo

  • Excellent off-road capabilities

Cons

  • Mediocre acceleration

  • Steering on road feels vague

  • Rugged styling might not be for everyone

2018 Mazda CX-3 Grand Touring

9. Mazda CX-3

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$13,998—$24,998
Estimated combined MPG
29 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5

Pros

  • Comfortable

  • Stylish design inside and out

  • Fun to drive

Cons

  • Small rear seat

  • Firm ride

  • Limited cargo space

2020 Hyundai Palisade Limited

10. Hyundai Palisade

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$19,998—$53,998
Estimated combined MPG
21 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5

Pros

  • Tons of passenger space

  • Impressive ride comfort

  • Strong engine across all trim levels

Cons

  • Only one engine option

  • Some tech items are optional

  • Not particularly agile handling

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How we ranked this list

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