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Wednesday, September 9, 2026

2026 Nissan Sentra SR: The Brand’s Compact Sedan

  


Highlight: The Sentra offers a text messaging assistant.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $30,295 (Base Mazda3): $23,845

Seating Capacity: 4 or 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; rear view monitoring; stability control; a tire pressure monitoring system; high beam assist; lane departure prevention; auto hold brake feature; lane departure feature; traction control system; and a hillstart assist feature

Sunday, August 23, 2026

2026 Honda Pilot Elite AWD: The Brand’s Flagship Three-Row Crossover

 


Highlight: The Pilot is now outfitted with a 12-inch infotainment touch screen.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $54,900 (Base – FWD): $43,690

Seating Capacity: 8

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a backup camera; a blind spot collision avoidance assist; an automatic dimming rearview mirror; rear cross traffic avoidance; a forward collision braking system; a lane departure warning system; a lane keep assist system a road departure mitigation system; a blind spot information with rear cross traffic monitor; auto dimming side mirrors; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

2027 Kia Telluride X-Pro SX Prestige AWD: The Brand’s Flagship 4-Cylinder, Three-Row SUV

 

Highlight:  A hybrid model is available.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $59,580 (Base SE Trim MSRP): $40,738

Seating Capacity: 7 or 8

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a rearview camera; a surround view monitor with forward ground view; a blind spot collision avoidance assist; rear cross traffic avoidance; a lane keep assist system; a lane following assist system; a high beam assist; a forward collision assist system; a vehicle stability system; a tire pressure monitoring system; a hill start assist; a hill start assist system; dash camera; a temporary spare tire and a tire pressure monitoring system

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

2026 Toyota Sequoia TRD PRO: The Brand’s Fullsize Three-Row Hybrid SUV

 

Highlight: A 6-cylinder hybrid powertrain fuels all of the Sequoias.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $88,486 (Base SR5 MSRP): $67,120

Seating Capacity: 7

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system; a rear cross traffic alert system; and a tire pressure monitoring system; a multi-terrain select and crawl control system monitor; 4WD demand; and a pre-collision system

Standard Equipment (on test vehicle): 18-inch BBS forge aluminum wheels; 10-speed automatic transmission; red push button ignition starter system; a three zone automatic climate control system; driver select mode for towing/hauling; transfer case and electric locking rear differential; TRD off-road suspension with FOX shocks; auto leveling headlights; Toyota grille with LED Light bar; TRD aluminum skid plates; heated/ventilated front seats; leather like seating power folding sliding third-row seats; heated leather steering wheel; adjustable cargo shelf; and power liftgate with flip-up glass

Friday, July 10, 2026

2026 Acura Integra A-Spec Tech Hatchback with a Manual Transmission

 

Highlight: The Integra shares a platform with the Honda Civic.  

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $40,495 (Base – FWD): $34,695

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a backup camera; a blind spot collision avoidance assist; rear cross traffic avoidance; a forward collision braking system; a lane departure warning system; a lane keep assist system a road departure mitigation system; a blind spot information with rear cross traffic monitor; parking sensors (front and rear); tire repair kit; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Sunday, July 5, 2026

2026 Lexus IS 350 F Sport: The Brand’s Sporty Four Door Sedan

 

Highlight: The IS is no longer available with a 4 or 8-cylinder engine. 

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $55,333 (Base MSRP): $41,830

Seating Capacity: 4

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bag; pre-collision system with pedestrian protection; lane departure alert; an automatic high beam system; an electronic blind spot monitor; a left-turn detection braking system; a 36-degree camera; and tire pressure sensors

Friday, June 26, 2026

2026 Mazda CX-5 Premium Plus: The Brand’s AWD Compact Crossover Experience A Growth Spurt

 


Highlight: The CX-5 is only available in an AWD configuration.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $41,080 (Base Mazda3): $ 31,485

Seating Capacity: 4 or 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; rear view monitoring; stability control; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system; a lane keep assist system; front and rear parking sensors; a rear cross traffic alert system; a hill start assist system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Monday, June 15, 2026

2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Platinum Max: The Brand’s Three-Row AWD Turbo Hybrid

 

Highlight: The Hybrid Max powertrain produces a net 362-horsepower.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $60,770 (Base LE MSRP): $46,705

Seating Capacity: 6 to 7

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system; a rear cross traffic alert system; and a tire pressure monitoring system; and a pre-collision system

Sunday, May 31, 2026

2026 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab TRD 4x4: The Segment’s Best-Selling Midsize Truck


Highlight:
Some Tacomas are available with the I-Force Max hybrid powertrain.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $56,609 (Base SR MSRP): $35,700

Seating Capacity: 4 or 5

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system; a rear cross traffic alert system; electronically controlled locking rear differential; multi-terrain select system; a tire pressure monitoring system; crawl control with downhill ascent control; and a pre-collision system

Standard Equipment (on test vehicle): 4WD; an 8-speed automatic transmission;17-inch alloy wheels; off-road tuned suspension with Bilstein shocks; smart key system, cloth seats with driver’s lumbar support; a leather trimmed steering wheel; an 8-inch infotainment screen; and a 5-foot bed

Sunday, May 17, 2026

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 HTRAC AWD XRT: The Brand’s Off-Road Electric Hatchback-Like Crossover

Highlight: This is Hyundai’s answer to creating an off-road electric vehicle.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $48,615

Seating Capacity: 5 (depending upon seating configuration)

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; hillstart assist control; blindspot collision avoid assist parking distance warning features; rear camera; a tire pressure monitoring system; high beam assist; lane keep assist; a 360-degree surround view monitor

Thursday, May 7, 2026

2026 Volvo XC40 Ultra B5 AWD: The Brand’s Entry-Level Mild Hybrid Crossover

 

Highlight: A standard front wheel drive version is now available.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $57,040 (Base): $41,295 (Core Non AWD)

Seating Capacity: 4 or 5

Friday, April 10, 2026

2026 Kia K4 GT-Line Turbo: The Korean Brand Adds A Hatchback


Highlight: The K4 is also available as a sedan.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $32,870 (Base EX Trim MSRP): $26,235

Seating Capacity: 5 passenger seating 

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a backup camera; a blind spot collision avoidance assist; rear cross traffic avoidance; a lane keep assist system; a lane following assist system; a high beam assist; a forward collision assist system; a vehicle stability system; a tire pressure monitoring system; a hill start assist; a hill start assist system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance Calligraphy: The Brand’s Three-Row Electric Crossover

 


Highlight: The Ioniq9 is a sibling to Kia’s EV9.


Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $79,450 (Base SE MSRP): $60,555

Seating Capacity: 6 or 7 (depending upon seating configuration)

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; hillstart assist control; blindspot collision avoid assist; rear camera; a tire pressure monitoring system; high beam assist; lane keep assist; a 360-degree surround view monitor

Standard Equipment Calligraphy Design (on test vehicle): 21-inch wheels; AWD; leather-like seating surfaces; matte exterior paint; a heads up display system; remote start parking assist; second row captain chairs; a panoramic chairs; power folding third-row seats; 12-inch infotainment screen; a navigation system; power folding outside mirrors; flush door handles; a panoramic power sunroof; leather-like seating; heated/ventilated front and second row seats; a heated leather steering wheel; a power operated steering wheel; a push-button starter system; front and second row power seats with a leg feature; wireless charging; navigation system; in-car hot spot; a radar activated cruise control system; and a remote smart parking system

Thursday, April 2, 2026

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV RS AWD w/Hands-free Steering: The Brand’s Stylish Compact Crossover

Highlight: Although the styling is different, the Equinox is available as a gasoline and an all-electric vehicle.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $53,350 (Base LS MSRP): $36,795

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; automatic emergency braking; a forward collision alert system; front pedestrian/cyclist braking; an electronic blind spot system; a radar activated cruise control system; and a tire pressure sensor

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness: A Brawner Design for Off-Road Adventures

 

Highlight: The Outback Wilderness offers 9.5 inches of ground clearance with its raised suspension system.


Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $48,885 (Base Sport MSRP): $36,445

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; AWD; 4WD independent with a raised suspension system; a rear camera; a blind spot warning system; a reverse automatic braking system; a roof rail with an 800-pound load; a fullsize spare tire; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Thursday, March 19, 2026

2026 Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige AWD: The Brand’s Top Selling Compact Crossover

 


Highlight: In order to reduce fingerprints, Kia has developed new accent trims for the instrument panel, center console and door panels.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $42,185 (Base Trim MSRP): $30,285

Seating Capacity: 5 passenger seating

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a backup camera; a blind spot collision avoidance assist; rear cross traffic avoidance; a lane keep assist system; a lane following assist system; a high beam assist; a forward collision assist system; a vehicle stability system; a tire pressure monitoring system; a hill start assist; a hill start assist system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Sunday, March 15, 2026

2026 Subaru Outback Limited XT: New Outdoorsy Exterior Design Also Wears An Appealing Interior

 

Highlight: The Outback offers a power locking fuel door.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $46,210 (Base Sport MSRP): $36,445

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; AWD; 4WD independent with a raised suspension system; a rear camera; a blind spot warning system; a reverse automatic braking system; a roof rail with an 800-pound load; a fullsize spare tire; driving mode with snow and dirt; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Sunday, February 22, 2026

2026 Chevrolet Trax: A Budget Conscious Entry-Level Crossover

 

Highlight: The Chevy Trax shares a platform with the Buick Envista.


Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $29,385 (Base LS MSRP): $23,475

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; stability control system; lane keep assist with lane departure warning; and a tire pressure sensor

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

2026 Mazda CX-50 Turbo Premium Plus AWD: The Brand’s Compact Crossover

 

Highlight: A hybrid CX-50 is also available.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $44,620 (Base Mazda3): $31,395

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; rear view monitoring; stability control; traction control system; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system; a lane keep assist system; a rear cross traffic alert system; a hill start assist system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2026 Subaru Unchartered GT AWD: The Brand’s Compact Electric Vehicle

Highlight: The youthful-looking compact Subaru is also offered in a front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configuration. Test Vehicle’s MSR...