Now is a great time to buy a new crossover or SUV. The 2020 auto lineup is out and numerous high-end models have entered this market segment. Small and midsize crossovers and SUVs are the most popular choices for their versatility and lower prices, and luxury brands such as Audi and Cadillac stand along side Hyundai, Mazda, and others as the top options at dealerships now. After searching through the options, we've compiled a list of the best new SUVs and crossovers to buy for cheaper right now. Read on to learn more about the best sport utilities and CUVs on showroom floors.
Want an affordable and fuel-efficient crossover SUV? Then check out the 2020 Nissan Rogue, which gets 33 mpg on the highway and 26 mpg in the city with a base MSRP of just $25,300. This model gives a great balance of fuel efficiency with style and performance, with the Rogue being notable for its ride quality, cabin quality, and high-tech safety features.
Now let's look at the 2020 Mazda CX-30, an all-new Mazda crossover with a base MSRP of just $21,900. This small SUV features amazing handling, a smooth ride, and a high-end interior for this price point. It comes available in four trims -- the base, Select, Premium and Preferred -- and gets a great standard equipment list including LED lighting, alloy wheels, and an infotainment system. The CX-30's base four-cylinder engine produces 186 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque.
One of the best year-after-year luxury crossovers is the Audi Q7, which returns for the 2020 model year with updated styling and several new features. With a base MSRP of $54,800, this crossover SUV features a new V6 engine, a dual-screen infotainment system, and numerous state-of-the-art safety features. The base Premium model gets LED headlights, a panoramic sunroom, tri-zone automatic climate control, and more. Buyers can choose from a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine or a 3.0-liter V6 engine, the latter of which produces an impressive 335 horsepower.
The 2020 Cadillac XT4 is one of the market's most impressive compact crossovers. With a base MSRP of just $35,695, the XT4 is a newer model available in three trims. The base Luxury trim gets heated seats, alloy wheels, a wi-fi hotspot, an infotainment system, and more. The top-shelf Sport trim gets model-specific styling, a hands-free liftgate, and new interior features. The XT4 also gets solid performance from a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that pumps out 237 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque.
The 2020 Hyundai Kona is another great choice for budget-minded buyers, with the base MSRP as low as $20,300. With agile handling and an optional turbocharged engine, the Kona's standard equipment list includes alloy wheels, air conditioning, an infotainment touchscreen, a rearview camera, and more. Upper trim levels get more luxurious and high-tech features such as a sunroof, a premium Infinity audio system, leather upholstery, and more.
We also can't get enough of the new Volkswagen Atlas, which has a base MSRP of just $31,545 and still gets up to 24 mpg on the highway, which isn't bad for a midsize SUV. The Atlas is spacious and powerful, and the base four-cylinder engine pumping out 235 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. If that isn't enough, there's an optional 3.6-liter V6 engine upgrade that's good for 276 horsepower and 266 pound-feet of torque. This SUV really shines in its mid-level trims, such as the SE which gets leather upholstery, an 8-inch touchscreen, tri-zone automatic climate control, and more.