Are you looking for a handsome midsize SUV that has ample room for passengers and cargo and can tow more than many rivals? The Dodge Durango is up to the task and also has nimble handling and a smooth ride. The Durango is available in SXT, SXT Plus, GT, Citadel and R/T trims. Starting…
Do you need a three-row crossover but also want zippy driving dynamics? Check out the Mazda CX-9. It has seating for seven passengers, an upscale interior, and surprisingly nimble handling for the class. The CX-9 was introduced in 2006. It got a makeover for the 2016 model year. For 2017, it’s basically the same…
The GLA is the littlest and cheapest crossover in the Mercedes-Benz line-up. It was introduced in 2013 as the first compact SUV for Mercedes-Benz and proved to be a good seller for the German automaker. The GLA gets refreshed for the 2018 model year and should arrive at U.S. dealerships this summer. It’s available…
The Mitsubishi Mirage returns for the 2017 model year after a one year break. It has one of the lowest starting prices in the subcompact category, boasts great fuel efficiency and comes with a heck of a warranty. So it may be worth considering for very budget-minded buyers. It will probably not be the first…
The 2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid is a stylish sedan that offers good performance and darn good gas mileage. It looks a lot like the traditional Fusion on the outside, which may be viewed as a plus for folks who want better fuel efficiency but who don’t necessarily want to announce to the world that they’re…
Are you looking for a sporty hatchback but on a tight budget? Take a look at the 2017 Honda Civic Hatch Sport. It’s all-new and joins the Civic lineup for 2017. There’s a Civic for just about every driver and budget and that’s reflected in sales numbers. The Civic is now Honda’s best-selling model,…
It used to be that if consumers were shopping for a reliable compact car, they could choose between the Toyota Corolla and the Honda Civic. Nowadays there are a bajillion quality choices in the class. So how does the Corolla stack up? The Corolla was first introduced in 1966 in Japan and came to…
Are you looking for a budget-friendly wagon? The 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen delivers. It offers the space and practicality of a small SUV or crossover and has the nimble handling and great fuel efficiency of a small vehicle. And it won’t pack a wallop to your wallet with one of the lowest starting prices among…
The Kia Cadenza is one of the larger mid-size sedans—think Chevrolet Impala or Toyota Avalon. It was introduced for the 2014 model year and gets a makeover for 2017. The Cadenza offers attractive styling inside and out and a ton of features, giving luxury brands a run for the money. But like Hyundai, it’s been…
Don’t use the “H” word to describe the Genesis. Yes, it used to be known as the Hyundai Genesis, but now Genesis is the name of Hyundai’s new luxury brand. The old Hyundai Genesis and Equus models are now the Genesis G80 and G90 luxury sedans. Both are new models for 2017. Would you…