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The Best Vehicles for 2019, According to Motor Trend

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Derek Boshouwers
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SUV of the Year: Volvo XC40

What they liked:

- eye-catching design setting it apart from other crossovers
- plenty of power from the 2.0L 4-cylinder engine
- excellent 8-speed automatic transmission
- off-road capable, but really smooth on the road
- well-appointed interior, comfortable seating
- thoroughly modern but still resolutely a Volvo

| Photo: Volvo
| Photo: Volvo
| Photo: Volvo
| Photo: Volvo
| Photo: Volvo
Derek Boshouwers
Derek Boshouwers
Automotive expert
  • Over 8 years' experience as an automotive journalist
  • More than 50 test drives in the past year
  • Participation in over 30 new vehicle launches in the presence of the brand's technical specialists