Rdx is a nice if a bit boring vehicle but from gen 1 to 2 it really lost its handling zeal and therefore my consideration.
Somehow the Kia slipped under my radar..bigger and likely more $ than I'd like to spend but..interesting.
Fpace..love it looks wise but cost per hp is an issue along with serious reliability fears..Alfa basically same deal just replace hp with space per $ plus even worse reliability fear.
2019 RDX is to be a major re-design. Hopefully adding (back) in the SH-AWD torque vectoring handling and performance, and my wish the 3 electric motors from the NSX, RDX and MDX Sport Hybrid. There are multiple dealers in the area, and they seem good.
The Kia Sorento isn't too big (length 187.4" to CX-5 179.1"). We've enjoyed the gas 2.0 Turbo AWD (discontinued for 2019, to be replaced with 2.2TD).
I hear you on the F Pace. Only one dealer nearby, with poor reputation. The 2018 seems to have addressed a lot of issues.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio is so much fun to drive. A good review over at alexonautos youtube channel, with fair summary of complaints. Poor dealer/s experience. I expect significant sales incentives to move ballooning inventory.
I may look at the new BMX X3 and X5, and the Volvo XC60 T6. The Ford Edge might be due for an update. We looked at the Sport 2.0T back in 2015 and didn't like the all black interior including headliner. Plus there were significant early problems.
Monterra, google 2019 QX50 and let me know your thoughts.
Edit: Detroit Auto Show 1/15. Maybe diesel news from Mazda?