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 MSRP: $45,720 (Base Premium MSRP): $36,470

Seating Capacity: 5 (4 realistically)

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; 360-degree camera; front passenger sensors; a stability control system; traction control; red-painted front and rear brake calipers with Brembo front brakes; automatic emergency braking system; tire inflator/sealant kit; and a tire pressure kit

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

The 2027 GV90: Genesis New Flagship Is All-Electric

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

2026 Mazda Mazda3 Turbo Premium Plus AWD: The Brand’s Only Sedan

Highlight: It's available as a compact car or hatchback.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $39,145 (Base Mazda3): $25,885

Seating Capacity: 4

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

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

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

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

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 VW Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo AWD: The Fastest Compact Crossover In The Segment

 

Highlight: The Tiguan SEL R-Line AWD adds a 268-horsepower.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $44,560 (Base MSRP): $31,670

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system’ hill descent control; a tire pressure monitoring system; and a spare tire

2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy AWD: A Three-Row Crossover Offering A Larger And Bolder Design Language

Highlight: The Hyundai Palisade is available with a built-in dash cam. 

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $58,800 (Base SE Trim MSRP): $40,535

Seating Capacity: 7 or 8

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; Bluelink; dash camera; a temporary spare tire and a tire pressure monitoring system

2025 Lincoln Aviator Black Label AWD: The Brand’s Midsize Luxury SUV w/Hands-Free Highway Steering

Highlight: The rear-wheel-drive crossover shares a platform with the Ford Explorer. 

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $90,070 (Base -Trim): $58,605

Seating Capacity: 6 or 7 passenger seating

Standard Safety Features: air bags; ABS; 360-degree camera; an electronic blind spot system; a lane keeping assist system and road edge detection; post collision braking; auto high beams; a brake hold feature; hill start assist; hill descent control; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2025 Ford Bronco Sport Big Bend AWD: The Brand’s Customizable Compact Boxy Crossover

 

Highlight: The Bronco Sport, which shares underpinnings with the Ford Escape, is only available in an all-wheel drive configuration.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $37,160 (Base MSRP): $32,990

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; front passenger sensors; a rearview camera; traction control; stability control; all-wheel drive; a lane keep assist system; a blind spot electronic monitor system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2026 Buick Envista Avenir: The Brand’s Upscale Affordable Compact Crossover

Highlight: The compact Buick crossover mimics in terms of exterior styling many of the higher end German and Korean crossovers from BMW, Genesis and Mercedes-Benz. 

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $32,385 (Base MSRP): $25,995

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; forward collision alert; lane keep assist with lane departure warning; front pedestrian braking; lane change alert with side blind zone alert; and tire warning system

2025 VW Tiguan SE R-Line Black AWD: New Design Looks To Go After The Best-Selling Toyota RAV4

Highlight: The Tiguan's new engine produces 17 additional horsepower than its predecessor.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $39,230 (Base MSRP): $31,670

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system’ hill descent control; a tire pressure monitoring system; and a spare tire

2025 Lexus LC 500 Convertible: One Of The Sexist Drop Tops On The Road

Highlight: The power convertible top can be closed or opened while driving up to 31-mph.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $115,654 (Base MSRP): $108,300

Seating Capacity: 2

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

2025 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid: The Corolla’s First Crossover

Highlight: The vehicle is being manufactured in Huntsville, Alabama.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $34,705 (Base MSRP): $29,845

Seating Capacity: 4

Standard Safety Equipment: a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system; a rear cross traffic alert system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Standard Equipment (Corolla Cross Hybrid):

2025 BMW M3 Competition Sedan: For Thrill Seeking 3 Series Performance Driving

 

Highlight: This high-performance 3 Series pushes out 503-horsepower.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $105,875 (Base Model 3-Series rear wheel drive): $46,675

Seating Capacity: 4 to 5

Standard Safety Features: air bags; ABS; active knee protection: front and rear parking distance controls; forward collision mitigation; a lane keep assist system; 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes; a mobility kit; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Standard Equipment (M3 Competition): 19/20 inch wheels; non metallic paint; an aluminum hood with a power dome;  a sport exhaust system with quad tailpipes; a carbon fiber roof; an adaptive suspension; M sport differential; wireless device charging; power folding heated side mirrors; a leather wrapped steering wheel; a radar activated cruise control system; a curved voice activated navigation system; a keyless entry system; a multi-zone ventilation system; leather seats; heated front seats; and trunk spoiler

2024 Hyundai Santa FE Calligraphy Hybrid AWD: The Brand’s Midsize Three-Row Crossover Gives Off Ford Flex Vibes

Highlight:  This Santa Fe Hybrid has a driving range between 602 and 637 miles according to fueleconomy.gov.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $51,405 (Base Model: $35,565)

Seating Capacity: 6 to 7 (depending on trim)

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a stability control system; a blind spot collision rear cross traffic avoidance system; a rearview camera; forward collision brakes; lane keep assist system; a high beam assist system; a driver assistance warning system; a heated side mirrors with turn signals; blind spot collision avoidance assistance; temporary spare tire and a tire pressure monitoring system

2024 Mazda Miata Club: The Brand’s Sporty Two-Seater Roadster

Highlight: The sporty subcompact is also available with a retractable hardtop.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $39,045 (Base Model): $30,515

Seating Capacity: 2

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a tire pressure monitoring system; blind spot monitor; a stability control system; rear cross traffic alert system; a lane departure warning system; and a blind spot monitor system

Standard Equipment (Sport): 16-inch wheels; soft top; rear wheel drive; a push button ignition system; a 6-speed manual transmission; Alexa; carpeted floormats; a keyless remote system; a leather wrapped shift knob; manual operated cloth seats; a manual operated tilt/telescopic steering wheel; a manual operated a/c system; a 6-speaker AM/FM/HD