10. 2025 BMW X2 | $43,625
Like its smaller X1 sibling, the 2025 BMW X2 is probably best enjoyed in the base trim. That’s not usually what we say about entry-level luxury vehicles, and it’s entirely because the M35i offers plenty of power but a miserable ride. The 241 horsepower found in the base model is plenty for daily driver duty, especially for BMW’s second most affordable compact crossover. Because of its sloped roof, the X2 offers less interior space and poorer rear visibility than its more conventional X1 counterpart. Still, if the rakish, coupelike roofline outweighs performance and practicality, the X2 is a solid option.
10. 2025 BMW X2 | Pros and Cons
Pros
- Good standard cargo space
- Big fuel tank
- Quicker than before
Cons
- Could use more standard driver assists
- Limited rear visibility
- Not especially athletic
- Price: $43,625
- Engine: 2.0-liter 241-hp/295-lb-ft turbo I-4
- Legroom (front/rear): TBD
- Cargo Space (seats up/down): 25.3/51.7 cubic feet
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 24/33
9. 2025 BMW X1 | $42,125
Better-looking than several BMW sports cars, and substantially cheaper, the 2025 BMW X1 is expensive for a subcompact SUV—but it’s also a great value. As with the X2, the chic base-model xDrive28i is a better buy than the speedy but harsh-riding and expensive M35i. The more streetable xDrive28i still has a smooth engine, and its interior space and comfort are among the best in the class. It’s also fairly fuel-efficient for what it is.
9. 2025 BMW X1 | Pros and Cons
Pros
- Fun to drive
- Quality interior
- Surprisingly efficient
Cons
- Stiff sport suspension
- Rivals have more legroom
- High cost
- Price: $42,125
- Engine: 2.0-liter 241-hp/295-lb-ft turbo I-4
- Legroom (front/rear): 40.4/37.0 inches
- Cargo Space (seats up/down): 25.7/57.2 cubic feet
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 25/34 (xDrive28i)
8. 2025 Cadillac XT4 | $41,990
Recent updates just might make the 2025 Cadillac XT4 a real contender. Though its engine and transmission remain uninspiring, comfort is something every seat in the XT4 delivers, while the Lyriq’s 33-inch 9K-resolution LED screen dramatically improves the infotainment equation. Materials are also somewhat better in the XT4 than in much of its competition. Good looks and a relatively smooth ride round-out the XT4’s positives, making it a solid option. But the XT4 is also a limited-time deal, as GM is killing it off in favor of the upcoming next-generation Bolt, so move quickly if you want one.
8. 2025 Cadillac XT4 | Pros and Cons
Pros
- Large new touchscreen
- Standout exterior styling
- Inoffensive ride quality
Cons
- Coarse engine
- Unrefined transmission
- Price: $41,990
- Engine: 2.0-liter 235-hp/258-lb-ft turbo I-4
- Legroom (front/rear): 40.4/39.5 inches
- Cargo Space (seats up/down): 22.5/48.9 cubic feet
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 24/29
