An elder statesman of the compact luxury SUV segment, the 2026 Volvo XC60 leans heavily on its Scandinavian heritage to present an understated yet dignified option in this crowded and highly competitive segment. All the modern Volvo styling bits play their parts, including the requisite Thor’s Hammer headlamps accompanied by a new-for-2026 front grille that echoes the diagonal motif of the XC90’s fasciae. The Nordic design continues inside with ample and accommodating front seats and a five-passenger cabin crafted with materials that favor quality over ostentation. The turbocharged 2.0-liter engine pairs with an integral starter-generator for a total of 247 horsepower. While it’s not the quickest SUV in the segment, it never feels woefully underpowered, and the reasonably direct steering response and adequate grip make for pleasant motoring. Infotainment upgrades for 2026 bring a claimed faster operating system, adding to the XC60’s balanced appeal as a worthy and unique option in the segment.
2026 Porsche Macan
It can’t be easy to distill over 70 years of sports-car pedigree into a compact luxury SUV, but Porsche managed to do exactly that with the Macan. Just as the 911 is a benchmark sports car, the Macan is a yardstick for other crossovers with sporty pretensions. Both the base 261-hp turbocharged inline-four and punchier…
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class / GLC-Class Coupe
The Mercedes-Benz GLC-class delivers the same unwavering comfort and classy interior environs as the mechanically similar C-class sedan, but with more practical compact SUV proportions and interior space. As to be expected from a vehicle wearing the three-pointed star, the GLC-class cradles its occupants in a well-isolated cabin outfitted with top-notch materials. Lifting the tailgate…
2026 Genesis GV70
The big news is the addition of a 27.0-inch widescreen display that stretches across much of the dashboard and serves as both the digital gauge cluster and the central infotainment screen. The climate controls also use a new touchpad lower on the console. On the outside, those with a keen eye will spot tweaks including…
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