The 2020 Jaguar E-Pace is unranked in Luxury Subcompact SUVs due to missing safety data. Currently, the Jaguar E-Pace's overall score is not available, though its Critics' Rating, Performance score, and Interior score are based on our evaluation of 18 pieces of research and data.
Pros Lots of cargo room Comfortable ride
Cons Cramped rear seats Poor fuel economy
For 2020, Jaguar updates the E-Pace lineup by adding newly standard features and a limited-edition model. Every E-Pace now has Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability, which were previously optional with the Smartphone Pack. The new Checkered Flag Limited Edition is only available with the less powerful four-cylinder engine, but it brings unique exterior addenda as well as distinct cabin appointments. This setup also includes better standard equipment and all-wheel drive.
Pros Unmistakable styling, surprisingly fun to drive, mostly tranquil ride.
Cons Inconsistent interior quality, cramped back seat, costs more than it should.
The 2020 Jaguar E-Pace is a small luxury SUV offered in five trims: base, SE, S R-Dynamic, SE R-Dynamic and HSE R-Dynamic.Apple CarPlay and Android Auto now standard.Revised feature and trim level availability.New Checkered Flag limited edition.
PROS Ample power from turbocharged four-cylinder engines Relatively spacious accommodations Appealing mix of standard and optional luxury features Striking design from the inside out
CONS Ride quality can be harsh in some configurations with bigger wheels
The 2019 Mazda CX-9 is more than just a pretty face. Along with its attractive style comes plenty of utility and a quick and sporty driving character that enhances the typical three-row family shuttle.Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are newly available.Retuned suspension for a smoother ride.New surround-view parking camera system.
PROS Premium interior, especially the top-level Signature trim Sporty handling Comfortable and quiet on the highway
CONS Cargo capacity isn't as generous as in competitors Third-row seats aren't especially accommodating
The 2019 Mazda CX-9 delivers heavily on style, but it’s just adequate in other respects.
Pros Gorgeous sheetmetal Near-luxury interior Widely available safety tech Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, finally
Cons No touchscreen functionality Not as much space as competitors Limited options No hybrid alternative
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto finally join the spec sheet for 2019 and are standard on Touring, Grand Touring, and Signature trims. Mazda has included a list of other optional features for 2019 as well, which includes ventilated front seats, a 360-degree-view exterior camera system, SiriusXM Travel Link (live traffic and weather updates, among other things), a digital gauge display, power-folding exterior mirrors, and a frameless rearview mirror. The luxurious Signature trim now comes with a new wood trim inside and exclusive exterior badging.
Pros Sweetest-driving three-row, fuel-efficient powertrain, near-luxury interior.
Cons Compromised cargo room, tight third row, no second-row captain's chairs.