Pros Strong off-road capabilities Wealth of customization options High-tech safety and off-road features Smooth ride for an off-road-oriented SUV
Cons Options can get pricey Cargo door is heavy and opens toward the curb
Pros Modern design looks cool Awesome off-road capabilities Lots of personalisation options
Cons A Discovery is better at seating seven Top models are Range Rover money Land Rover's poor reliability record
Land Rover is introducing a V-8 engine into the Defender lineup for 2022: the 518-hp Supercharged 5.0-liter V-8 that's found in the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport models. The V-8 will be available on both the two-door 90 and four-door 110 models; a high-end Carpathian Edition model will also sport the V-8 engine.
Pros Ultra-capable off-road, surprisingly refined on-road, well-equipped interior.
Cons Disappointing fuel economy, desirable features carry high price tags, six-cylinder isn't as quick as we'd hoped.
Updated styling for 2020.New infotainment system with two screens.New V6 engine with more power than last year.
Pros Exceptional interior materials and build quality Excellent ride quality regardless of road surface Plenty of safety and infotainment technology features Surprisingly agile handling
Cons Offers less cargo space than most competitors Cramped third-row seat New infotainment system is distracting to use
The Q7 receives an extensive facelift for 2020, including updated exterior styling, more technology features on the inside, and a new turbocharged V-6 engine is now optional and is identified by the "55" badge; a turbo four-cylinder remains the base engine, and Q7s powered by this powertrain wear "45" badges. The 2020 Q7 also adopts the two-row Q8 SUV's touchscreen-heavy interior, featuring a large infotainment display stacked on top of another secondary display that handles vehicle settings and climate control.
Pros Back-road athleticism, beautiful and high-tech cabin, three-row versatility.
Cons Pricey with extras, snug third row, subtle styling gets lost in parking lots.
The 2020 Audi Q7 is brimming with tech and comfort, a surefire way to stay comfortable in any school parking lot.
Pros Luxurious interior Quick SQ7 on the way Improved touchscreens Standard 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
Cons Touchscreens can be distracting Spendy in top trims Third row is best for children Competitors have caught up
