When you think about small luxury sedans, the Infiniti Q50 is not one that immediately comes to mind. This sports sedan from Nissan’s upscale brand debuted for the 2014 model year but has had a tough time breaking out from under the shadow of its rivals, even when sporty luxury sedans were the in thing. …
2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid SX-Prestige AWD
“Is that a Kia?” I heard that many times during my week-long test drive with the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid. It’s all new for 2023 and its aggressive, stylish looks sure turn heads. Plus the Sportage Hybrid boasts great fuel efficiency, a stylish and roomy cabin, and peppy performance, all at a competitive price. Base …
2022 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Turbo Premium Plus AWD
The Mazda3 is perennially one of the top offerings in the compact car class. It’s fun to drive with its zippy handling and has an attractive and upscale cabin, all at a competitive price. The only negatives are not as much rear seat space and cargo space as some rivals. Base Price: $33,100 As Tested: …
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2022 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Ultimate
The Volvo C40 Recharge is all-new for 2022 and one of a growing number of compact luxury crossover EVs. The C40 Recharge has perky performance and a range of about 225 miles. It’s the second all-electric model from Volvo as the automaker commits to being a fully electric car company by 2030. Base Price: $58,750 …
2022 Volkswagen Jetta Sport
The Jetta has been a mainstay for Volkswagen since it was introduced in 1979. This compact sedan continues to be a top seller in the U.S. for the German automaker, with its affordable price, roomy interior and great gas mileage. It’s also one of a shrinking number of compact cars you can get with a …
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe XRT 2.5L AWD
The Santa Fe is a midsize crossover from Hyundai, fitting in between the compact Tucson and the larger and more opulent Palisade. The Santa Fe provides a lot of bang for your buck, especially if you’re shopping for a good family hauler. The Santa Fe is loaded with features and tech, and has plenty of …
2022 BMW iX xDrive50
The BMW iX is brand new for 2022. This all-electric luxury SUV (or Sports Activity Vehicle, as BMW calls it) checks all the boxes in delivering what you’d expect in a high-end EV. It’s got peppy handling, a beautiful cabin, lots of tech and a range of 324 miles. However, it’s expensive with one of …
2021 Jaguar F-Pace R-Dynamic S
The fall can be a challenging time to test drive new vehicles. The 2022 test vehicles are being sent back to the manufacturers, and the new 2023 models aren’t always available. I was asked if I’d like to drive an “older” vehicle – the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace. Of course, I said yes – who doesn’t …
2022 Lexus LX 600 Ultra Luxury
While the Toyota Land Cruiser is no longer available in the U.S., buyers can get a more lavish version with the 2022 Lexus LX 600. The flagship SUV from Toyota’s upscale brand combines opulence and off-road chops but has a higher price tag than some other large luxury SUVs and doesn’t quite meet the high …
2023 Genesis Electrified G80
Take the handsome G80 sedan from Genesis, make it all-electric and you have the new 2023 Electrified G80. It boasts striking looks, nimble handling, elegant cabin, and a range of 282 miles. It’s one of few EV sedans and is very similar to its gas-powered sibling, which is a good thing since the G80 is …