When you first get into the MINI, you may feel as if you’re in a dorm room on wheels. The design is fun and funky and things are laid out a bit differently than in many vehicles. The five-passenger MINI Cooper Countryman gets a makeover for the 2017 model year, with better handling and…
The Honda CR-V is one of the most popular crossovers in the U.S. because it’s comfortable, practical, reliable and gets great fuel economy. It gets a makeover for 2017 and sales for the redesigned CR-V are ahead of last year. The five-passenger CR-V is available with front-wheel or all-wheel-drive. It comes in LX, EX,…
When you think about a midsize sedan, you probably think of a car that will get you and the family safely from point A to point B. Is it possible to also have a sedan that’s performance-oriented and fun to drive? Well, with the Mazda6 you can get a dynamic driving experience as well as…
Shopping for a compact car? Yes, the Kia Soul’s looks definitely make it stand out. But so do its affordable price, comfortable interior, cavernous cargo space and reliability, making this hatchback a top choice in this crowded segment. The five-passenger Kia Soul comes in base, Plus (+) and Exclaim (!) trims. The base Soul…
If you’re shopping for a midsize family sedan, you’ve got a lot of great options. The Toyota Camry has been one of the most popular offerings in this segment for years, for good reason, and, in fact, was the best-selling car in America in 2016. Competitors worth checking out include the Chevy Malibu, Ford…
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…