Compact SUVs VEHICLE RATINGS For the latest ratings and information, visit New Cars 1 2 3 4 5 WORSE BETTER (as of April 2021) Overall Road Test Survey Make & Model Highs Lows Score Results Results CR Recommended score Road-test mpg Overall Predicted reliability Owner satisfaction Fuel economy, great visibility, roomy interior, easy Engine noise. ! 2021 Subaru Forester 89 90 28 4 4 controls, standard AEB. Rides comfortably, quiet cabin, responsive So-so visibility to the rear corners, handling, nicer interior than the class norm, infotainment learning curve, fuel economy not ! 2021 Mazda CX-5 83 78 24 5 4 standard forward collision warning and automatic a standout. emergency braking with pedestrian detection. Roomy interior, competitively priced and well- Ride skews firm, fussy infotainment system on 82 equipped, fuel economy, particularly in hybrid ! 2021 Honda CR-V 82 28 4 3 EX and higher trims. version Easy-to-use controls, handy size with a roomy and versatile interior, sportier to drive than most 81 Hampered rear and side visibility. ! 2021 Kia Sportage 78 23 5 2 competitors, automatic emergency braking is standard. L Acceleration, fuel economy, part-time electric Long stopping distance, high pitch warning ! 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime 79 85 72 3 4 driving, ride, controls. signal in reverse. 77 Controls, braking, standard advanced safety Humdrum interior, uncompetitive fuel ! 2021 Hyundai Tucson 75 22 3 3 features. economy with the 2.4-liter engine. Roomy interior, comfortable ride and quiet cabin, 74 intuitive controls, easy-to-use infotainment system, Drab interior, leisurely acceleration with the ! 2021 Chevrolet Equinox 78 25 3 3 standard forward collision warning and automatic 1.5-liter turbo. emergency braking. ! 2021 Toyota RAV4 69 72 27 3 3 Fuel economy, standard advanced safety features. Engine noise, ride, fit and finish. Strong acceleration with optional 2.0-liter turbo, Loud cabin, stiff ride, short on agility, push 66 2021 GMC Terrain 67 22 3 3 impressive braking performance, secure handling, button gear selector is a nuisance, hampered standard automatic emergency braking. visibility, low-rent interior. Roomy interior, user-friendly controls, easy access, 65 good visibility, fuel economy, optional third row Engine gets noisy when revved, acceleration 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan 84 25 2 2 within a modest footprint SUV, standard automat- trails competitors. ic emergency braking. Access, rear seat room, standard forward collision 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Controls, agility, visibility, front-seat comfort, warning and automatic emergency braking with 56 61 24 3 2 acceleration, cargo space. Cross pedestrian detection. Sluggish initial acceleration with turbo engine, 2021 Jeep Cherokee 54 68 23 2 2 Space, controls, braking, standard safety features. uncooperative transmission, ride, agility, engine noise. Engine vibration with the 1.5-liter, overly Agility, stopping distance, fuel economy with sensitive brake pedal (except hybrid), no auto 2021 Ford Escape 46 73 26 1 3 standard 1.5-liter engine and hybrid, controls. up windows in SE. Slow, noisy, rough riding, short on agility, The allure of the Jeep brand, easy-to-use controls. 2021 Jeep Compass 39 56 24 2 1 uncomfortable rear seat. 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV Not Tested NA NA 3 4 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Not Tested NA NA 2 4 2022 Hyundai Tucson In Test NA NA 3 3 2022 Kia EV6 Not Tested NA NA 2 4 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander In Test NA NA 3 3 2022 Nissan Ariya Not Tested NA NA 2 4 2021 Ford Bronco Sport In Test NA NA 2 4 Consumer Reports | CR.org COMPACT SUVS | VEHICLE RATINGS | PAGE 2 New Cars 1 2 3 4 5 WORSE I BETTER (as of April 2021) Overall Road Test Survey Make & Model Highs Lows Score Results Results CR Recommended CR Recommended score Road-test mpg Overall Predicted reliability Owner satisfaction 2021 Mustang Mach-E L In Test NA NA 2 5 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Not Tested NA NA 3 3 2021 Nissan Rogue In Test NA NA 3 3 2021 Volkswagen ID4 L Not Tested NA NA 2 4 HOW TO READ THE from CR’s Annual Auto Surveys, most relevant. We buy and test more Why Some Vehicles Are Not Rated RATINGS completed by CR members. than 50 vehicles each year, driving Certain models have been redesigned them for thousands of miles and or extensively freshened since our Recommended Vehicles, indicated Predicted Reliability is our putting them through multiple tests last test, or are new. All are scheduled with a check mark (!), are the determination of how well a model will and evaluations. The results of these to be included in future road tests. models with the highest Overall hold up, based on the problems that tests make up our road-test score. Scores that meet the threshold in members reported in CR’s Annual Some tests, such as those for What Our Ratings Symbols Mean their category. Auto Surveys, which include data on braking and fuel economy, are 1 2 3 4 5 around 329,000 vehicles. measured with instruments; Make + Model refects the vehicle WORSE I BETTER we tested and its engine Owner Satisfaction is based on the categories such as seat and ride Green Choice L displacement. percentage of surveyed owners who comfort, noise, and ft and fnish are said they would defnitely buy the graded by our experts. The usability This new designation, developed in Overall Score refects a vehicle’s same car again. rating is a combi-nation of our collaboration with the Environmental performance in our road tests; the To determine the reliability and testers’ assessments of the ease of Protection Agency, indicates which latest results from the reliability and owner satisfaction predictions, we performing everyday driving tasks, as cars, SUVs, and minivans are among owner satisfaction sections of CR’s use a model’s latest three years of well as cockpit ergonomics and the top 20 percent cleanest-emitting exclusive Annual Auto Surveys, the data, provided it hasn’t been interface design. The energy cars. Green Choice vehicles are availability of active safety features redesigned or signifcantly updated. consumption of electric vehicles is designated with a green leaf icon. (forward collision warning, In cases where we have insuffcient expressed in a miles-per-gallon automatic emergency braking with survey responses, or when a model equivalent rating (MPGe). Energy pedestrian detection and at highway is all new or redesigned, we use our consumption for plug-in hybrids is Go to CR.org/ speeds, and blind spot warning), and, expert judgment based on brand listed in electric and gas modes. newcarbuyingguide if available, results from government track record and similar models. for advice on whether you and insurance-industry crash tests. Highs and lows give a quick LEARN should buy or lease Road-Test Results includes CR’s summary of a model’s notable your next new car, and Survey Results refects fndings test fndings that we feel are the strengths and weaknesses. other car shopping tips. (#C110966) Reprinted with permission from Consumer Reports ©2021. This reprint does not imply an endorsement or sponsorship of any product, service, company or organization. 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