Kia makes a better BMW and charges less for it.
Pros Gutsy optional V-6 engine, flashy exterior styling, big-time bang for the buck.
Cons Nervous handling at the edge of its envelope, won't satisfy badge snobs, less than posh interior.
The 2020 Kia Stinger ranks near the top of the luxury small car class. It offers a roomy and posh interior, intuitive tech features, composed handling, muscular engine performance, and good safety and predicted reliability ratings.
Pros Punchy turbocharged engines Balanced ride and handling Large cargo area Easy-to-use touch screen
Cons Below-average fuel economy
Pros Sporty and stylish appearance stands out Entertaining levels of performance Refined interior with hatchback utility Generous warranty coverage
Cons Limited space for rear passengers Ride quality can get a little jittery at times Sloping roofline hampers rear visibility
Handsome and athletic, the 2019 Infiniti Q50 is a sharp luxury sedan alternative to higher priced Germans.
Pros Attractive design Good powertrain options Potent turbocharged V-6 Room for four adults Standard automatic emergency braking
Cons Finicky dual-screen infotainment system Loses value in top trims No electrified powertrain available Losing ground to crossovers
For 2019, Infiniti has simplified the Q50's trim levels, offering just one version of the 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder (available with either rear- or all-wheel drive).Streamlined model lineup.Forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking are now standard.
Pros Turbocharged V6 engines pack plenty of power and excitement Many high-tech entertainment and safety features come standard For a small luxury sedan, it offers a pretty roomy trunk
Cons Infotainment system isn't as user-friendly as many others Interior design looks dated and plain Allows significant road noise into the cabin Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are unavailable
The 2019 Infiniti Q50 ranked #15 in Luxury Small Cars. Currently the Infiniti Q50 has a score of 8.0 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 43 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Potent optional V6 engines Agile handling Comfortable seats
Cons Not as athletic as some competitors Below-average fuel economy Dual-screen infotainment interface has a learning curve