The 2022 Mercedes-Benz E450 4MATIC All-Terrain is in a very small and upscale niche: the swanky wagon. It’s got the practicality of an SUV with the luxury and handling of the E-Class sedan. Base Price: $68,400 As Tested: $83,270 Horsepower: 362 Mileage: 21 mpg city/28 mpg highway/24 mpg combined The E450 All-Terrain gets a couple…
The new Bolt EUV is basically the crossover version of Chevrolet’s popular EV. In fact, EUV stands for Electric Utility Vehicle. The Bolt EUV has a roomier cabin, more upscale materials, added features and tech. and a decent 247-mile range. The Bolt EUV is about six inches longer than the Bolt EV, including three more…
Kia is known for producing quality vehicles that come well equipped and don’t cost an arm and a leg. The Sorento is the midsize crossover from the South Korean automaker, fitting in the lineup between the smaller Sportage and larger Telluride. The Sorento is one of only a few in the class that comes standard…
The Toyota RAV4 Prime is the plug-in hybrid version of the best-selling SUV in the U.S. This compact SUV can go about 42 miles on all-electric power, plus has a regular gas-powered engine that kicks in for longer trips. The RAV4 Prime has peppy handling, a smooth ride and a comfortable cabin, but the infotainment…
Would you love to drive a BMW, Mercedes-Benz or Audi sedan but don’t want the high price tag? Check out the 2022 Genesis G80. It has the luxury, features and tech you’ll find in the German brands at a lower price, and frankly, it’s almost as good as the big dogs. With the G80 and…
The Tiguan is the compact SUV from Volkswagen and is the best-selling VW in the U.S. It’s one of just a few in the class to offer a third row. It’s roomy, has well-mannered driving dynamics, and is equipped with the latest tech. However, the Tiguan has stiff competition from other small SUVs, and some…
PORTLAND, Ore., –The average yearly cost to own and operate a new vehicle in 2022 is $10,728, or $894 per month, according to new research from AAA. This is up more than $1,000 from 2021, when the average yearly cost was $9,666 or $805.50 per month. Not surprisingly, fuel prices are the most significant factor…
It’s electrifying! Move over, Tesla Model S. The new 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan joins the luxury electric vehicle class as a top contender. It’s swanky and stylish, loaded with tech, has plenty of power and quick acceleration, and has an impressive range of at least 340 miles. All that luxury comes at a price, though,…
Even with a redesign in 2019, the Chevrolet Silverado felt behind the times when compared to other full-size pickups as they received significant updates. But that changes for 2022 as the Silverado gets a midyear refresh, and it’s back as a contender in the class. Base Price: $60,300 As Tested: $72,870 Horsepower: 420 Mileage: 15…
PORTLAND, Ore., – A new survey from AAA shows that drivers are making significant changes to cope with high pump prices. Almost two-thirds (64%) of U.S. adults have changed their driving habits or lifestyle since March, with 23% making “major changes.” Drivers’ top three changes to offset high gas prices are driving less, combining errands,…