Thinking of getting a Vauxhall Crossland X?
Why buy the Vauxhall Crossland X?
The Vauxhall Crossland X is a compact yet roomy SUV that’s ideal if your family includes small children. It looks good and is kind to your wallet, with fuel-efficient engines and lots of standard equipment. Its small size means it’s also really easy to drive.
Vauxhall Crossland X range and updates
The Crossland X was sold new from 2017 to 2020 when it was replaced by the updated Crossland. You can easily tell them apart as they have different front-end styling.
There are two petrol and two diesel engines to choose from in the Crossland. The more powerful petrol engines have a turbocharger that makes them the better option if you make longer journeys. The diesels are extremely efficient, though you might find them a little noisy. Most models have a manual gearbox but you can find automatics if you prefer.
There are five trim levels to choose from, with SE at the bottom of the ladder and Elite Nav at the top. You’ll see ‘Nav’ in the names of several models, indicating that they have sat nav. The special edition Griffin and Ultimate models have unique trims and equipment packages that make them particularly good value.
Vauxhall Crossland X tech and features
The Crossland X has a lot of standard tech, including a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Every model also has air con, DAB radio and Bluetooth. Go for one of the higher spec models and you get sat nav, cruise control, parking sensors and USB charging ports. The top-spec Elite even has heated leather seats and a heated steering wheel to keep you comfy in cold weather.
Vauxhall Crossland X running costs and value
The Crossland X is very cost-effective to run for a well-sized and practical family car. According to official figures, petrol models can give fuel economy of 40-48mpg and diesels can give 61-74mpg, depending on their engine/gearbox combination. Road tax and insurance costs are low, too.
Vauxhall Crossland X vs rivals
Other compact SUVs similar to the Crossland X include the Mazda CX-3, the Renault Captur and the Ford Puma. The Crossland is an extremely practical option and especially good value for money.
