Small and practical: The best compact crossovers of 2023 were selected (photo)

British experts have chosen the best compact crossovers of 2023. These models are superior to their competitors in many aspects. The rating was published on the Autocar website.

Compact crossovers are more practical than hatchbacks and sedans, but their size allows you to drive comfortably in the city. These models are also generally more affordable than larger cars.

The rating includes 10 new compact crossovers. Experts highlighted the main pros and cons of each model.

The 10 best compact crossovers of 2023:

10.DS 7

The DS 7 is a more luxurious alternative to the Citroën C5 Aircross. This crossover has pleasant handling and a nice interior.

Pros:

• luxury interior;
• pleasant use;
• It’s rarer than most crossovers on the market.

Cons:

• stiff suspension;
• low power engines.

9. BMW X1

The BMW X1 is the brand’s most compact crossover. The new generation model has a more spacious interior and also has a stylish design.

Pros:

• high build quality;
• the hybrid version has a wide electric range;
• spacious interior.

Cons:

• unpleasant use;
• Inappropriate infotainment system.

8. Audi Q3

Audi Q3 has a stylish design and a spacious interior. This crossover is also pleasant to drive.

Pros:

• hybrid versions have low fuel consumption;
• comfortable suspension.

Cons:

• low level of reliability;
• not the best quality interior.

7.Mercedes-Benz GLA

The Mercedes-Benz GLA is available with a variety of powertrains to choose from. This model has pleasant handling and a beautiful interior.

Pros:

• the hybrid version has a wide electric range;
• pleasant use;
• useful infotainment system.

Cons:

• some options are very expensive;
• poor sound insulation.

6.Nissan Qashqai

Nissan Qashqai has a spacious interior and a high level of practicality. This is a universal crossover that copes with many tasks.

Pros:

• appropriate controls;
• practical interior;
• useful infotainment system.

Cons:

• Manual transmission is unstable;
• The variator is too slow.

5. Citroën C5 Aircross

The Citroën C5 Aircross is offered with a variety of powertrains to choose from. In addition, the crossover is richly equipped and more practical than some competitors.

Pros:

• high level of practicality;
• spacious interior;
• low cost.

Cons:

• inappropriate infotainment system;
• Manual transmission is unstable.

4.Kia Sportage

Kia Sportage has a stylish design and practical interior. The model also has a wide range of engine options and many trim levels.

Pros:

• stylish design;
• practical interior;
• wide engine selection.

Cons:

• gearbox is unstable;
• unpleasant use.

3.Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is similar to the Kia Sportage in many ways but has a more refined interior. This crossover also offers economical engines and striking design.

Pros:

• low fuel consumption;
• stylish design;
• practical interior.

Cons:

• gearbox is slow;
• not the most powerful engines.

2.MazdaCX-5

The Mazda CX-5 remains one of the best-looking crossovers on the market. This model also offers comfortable suspension and pleasant handling.

Pros:

• pleasant use;
• practical interior;
• comfortable suspension.

Cons:

• gearbox is unstable;
• poor sound insulation.

1. Volvo XC40

Volvo XC40 offers a high level of safety and a comfortable suspension. The crossover is also available with multiple engines to choose from.

Pros:

• wide engine selection;
• beautiful interior;
• comfortable suspension.

Cons:

• unpleasant use;
• not the most spacious interior.

Previously Focus He wrote that British experts named the most unreliable used family crossovers