OVERVIEW & SPECS

Overview

Rugged-looking AWD compact crossover

Pros: Impressive safety scores, fun to drive, lots of standard features

Cons: Mediocre cargo space, modest power output Value for money: Good

What I would change: Adaptive cruise control operates in abrupt increments of 5 km/h; 1 km/h would be smoother

The Specs

Type of vehicle: Five-door, AWD compact crossover Engine: 2.0-L, four-cylinder boxer engine Power: 148 h.p. at 6,200 r.p.m., 145 lb-ft at 4,200 r.p.m. Transmission: Continuously variable Brakes: Ventilated front discs, solid rear discs Tires: 225/55R17 Price: $29,395 base/$31,895 as tested Destination charge: $1,675 Natural Resources Canada fuel economy (L/100 km): 9.1 city, 7.0 highway

Standard features: AWD, six airbags, power windows, doors and mirrors, USB iPod connectivity and Bluetooth, rear-view camera, cruise control, air, heated front seats, satellite radio, fog lights

Options: Technology package ($1,200) includes pre-collision braking, pre-collision brake assist, pre-collision throttle management, adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, lane-sway warning, lead vehicle start alert, and more; CVT ($1,300)