The 2020 Maserati Levante ranked #11 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Maserati Levante has a score of 7.5 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 18 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Potent engine lineup Sharp handling
Cons Small cargo space for class Some uninspiring interior materials Poor fuel economy
The 2020 Maserati Levante comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.Minor revisions to feature availability.
PROS Design differentiates it from the sea of look-alike crossovers Turbocharged V6 and V8 engines provide quick acceleration Suspension enhances ride comfort and handling around turns Highly customizable interior
CONS Some downmarket buttons and switches Short on cargo space
It's the new entry-level Maserati Levante and it's almost $15,000 less than the next rung up the ladder. It's still got a twin-turbo V6 and it still has loads of kit. So, what's not to like?
Pros It's still got a big presence It goes well and sounds even better Ride comfort is excellent with air suspension Sporty handling with solid composure Very comfortable cockpit and all the latest features including Apple CarPlay General refinement ZF eight-speed gearbox is a big plus
Cons Not as sharp as the Porsche Cayenne Generic rear styling Still 10 grand more than the Porsche
The 2019 Cadillac XT5 ranked #20 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Cadillac XT5 has a score of 7.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 31 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Low base price Classic, elegant cabin Smooth ride
Cons Uninspired handling
The XT5's wireless smartphone charging pad gets an upgrade for 2019 and now offers 15 watts of juice (versus last year's 5 watts) to speed charging times. Other changes are limited to four new colors—Shadow Metallic, Red Horizon Tintcoat, Dark Mocha Metallic, and Manhattan Noir Metallic—and a new Kona Brown leather interior with Sapele wood trim.
Pros Quiet interior, distinctive exterior styling, spacious cargo bay.
Cons Somewhat gruff V-6 powertrain, muddled driving dynamics, busy interior design.
The 2019 Cadillac XT5 is a solid, if forgettable, crossover. Consider the Caddy’s myriad rivals, too.
Pros Comfortable ride Strong V-6 power Luxurious interior with right options Low base price...
Cons … that can climb quickly Light on personality Front-wheel drive model a bore Infotainment can frustrate
