2026 Lucid Air Grand Touring Sedan: A Luxury, Performance Electric Vehicle

Highlight: With its 819-horsepower dual motors, the Lucid Air Grand Touring zooms from 0 to 60-miles per hour in a seat-grabbing 3.0 seconds.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $136,150 (Base Pure Trim MSRP): $71,400

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; rear view monitoring; a front and rear cross traffic alert system; a 360-degree camera; blind spot warning; an adaptive front lighting system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Standard Equipment (Grand Touring): 20-inch Black alloy wheels; 500 volt charging system; heated precision wipers; power trunk (open and close); auto dimming power folding heated mirrors; heated exterior mirrors; power charge port door; power illuminated door handles; 34-inch glass cockpit display screen; retractable pilot panel screen; Mojave purluxe leather alternative; 20-way power heated seats with ventilation and massages; heated steering wheel; 5-zone heated rear seats; rear center console display screen; online navigation; wireless charging; a four zone automatic climate control; and power rear and rear side window sunshades

2026 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4x4: The Brand’s Three-Row SUV

 

Highlight: The SUV is available in a front wheel drive or a 4WD configuration. 

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $56,835 (Base MSRP): $39,075

Seating Capacity: 6 to 8 depending on the trim

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; a blind spot monitoring system;4WD; a lane departure warning system; a blind spot warning system; rear cross traffic alert system; rear sonar system rear automatic braking; high beam assist; front and rear sonar sensors; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2027 Chevrolet Bolt: The Brand’s Entry-Level, Subcompact Electric Vehicle

 

Highlight: A universal adaptor charging system/cable available via NACs to use on all charging outlets.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $38,940 (Base LT MSRP): $28,995

Seating Capacity: 4

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

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 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

2026 Lexus GX 550 Overtrail 4WD: The Brand’s Midsize Two-Row SUV

Highlight: The Toyota Land Cruiser shares the same design theme and many of the components as the Lexus GX.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $77,080 (Base GX): $67,735 (Non AWD)

Seating Capacity: 5 or 7 (depending upon the trim)

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

 

Highlight: The Pilot is now outfitted with a 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system.

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 Infiniti QX80 Sport 4WD: The Flagship SUV Newest Trim

Highlight: Depending on the trim, the QX80 is accessorized with hands-free highway driving. 

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $108,160 (Base Rear wheel drive QX80): $87,835

Seating Capacity: 7 (depending upon the trim)

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a 360-degree camera; a stability control system; traction control system; a blind spot monitoring system; predictive forward collision warning; rear automatic braking; trailer blind spot warning; 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 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 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

2026 Hyundai Tuscon XRT AWD: The Brand’s Quasi- Off Road Compact Crossover

 

Highlight:  The Tuscon is Hyundai's best-selling vehicle.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $37,065 (Base SE Trim MSRP): $31,350

Seating Capacity: 5

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 ti;XRTre 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

Standard Equipment (XRT): 18-inch wheels; 8-speed automatic transmission; AWD;  black front and rear lower fascia; XRT-exclusive exterior cladding; exclusive body side cladding; roof side rails; rear tow hitch; push button ignition starter; handsfree power liftgate; dual automatic temperature control; leather-like seating; power driver’s seat with lumbar support; heated front seats; power driver’s seat with lumbar support; heated exterior mirrors; rear spoiler; trailer pre-wiring; dual level cargo floor; and leather wrapped steering wheel

Options: carpeted floor mats; and pearl white exterior paint

Other Trim Levels:

Standard Audio On Test Vehicle: AM/FM/HD/SiriusXM

Android/Apple CarPlay: Yes (test model)

Bluetooth Connectivity: Standard

USB Connectivity: Standard

Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty: 5 years or 60,000 miles

Powertrain Warranty: 10 years or 100,000 miles

Standard Engine/Horsepower (Test Vehicle): 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder /187-hp

Recommended Fuel: Regular

Standard Fuel Mileage: 33-city/25-hwy (test model)

Towing: 2,750 lbs (test model)

What’s New: Its essentially a carryover model for the 2026 model year. However, a new terrain mode has been added.

Why:

Offers a new terrain mode

Available in a front wheel drive or an AWD configuration

Like the segment leader the RAV4, a hybrid and a plug-in model are available

A high-level of standard safety driving aids

Stylish athletic design

Heated front seats

One of the top new car warranties in the segment

car-like ride

But:

No sunroof on test model

Needs more horsepower

No wireless charging on test model

Test model too pricey

 

Verdict: The compact Tuscon is Hyundai's bestselling model. Like the segment competitor, the Toyota RAV4, the Tuscon is in every category. The Tuscon offers a gasoline, a hybrid and a plug-in model. 

At a starting price of $31,350, the current generation Tuscon is available in a variety of trims in either a front wheel drive or an all-wheel drive configuration.

We spent time behind the wheel of the brand's Tuscon XRT. Its Hyundai's version of an off-road vehicle, offering the appearance package with some of its black out features as well as a new terrain mode. 

Being that a newly designed Terrain is on the horizon in 2027, Hyundai didn't make any significant changes this model year. We also must note the Tuscon received a midcycle update in 2025.

Overall, the vehicle is a great alternative for the newly designed hard-to-get Toyota RAV4 due to supply constraints. Also, the compact crossover offers one of the top new car warranties in the segment. 

Competition: Chevy Equinox, GMC Terrain, Toyota RAV4, and Nissan Rogue 

2026 Mazda CX-90 Plug-In Premium Plus AWD: The Brand’s Flagship Three-Row Crossover+-

 

Highlight: The CX-70 is the two-row version of the brand’s flagship CX-90 crossover.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $60,030 (Base CX-90 Preferred):$52,340

Seating Capacity: 7

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 brake hold feature; a hill start assist system; a temporary spare tire 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 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

2026 Cadillac Vistiq Premium Luxury: The Brand’s All-New Midsize Three-Row Electric Crossover w/Hands-Free Highway Driving

Highlight: The three-row electric luxury crossover pricing is on par with many of the gasoline models in its class.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $95,465 (Base Luxury MSRP): $79,390

Seating Capacity: 7

Standard Safety Equipment (Luxury): ABS; air bags; a rear camera; forward collision alert; lane keep assist with lane departure warning; front pedestrian braking; electronic blind spot; stability control system; and a tire pressure sensor; an adaptive suspension system; active rear steering; night vision; augmented reality HUD (heads up display); second row captain chairs; and a one pedal driving system

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 Lexus TX 350 AWD: The Brand’s Three-Row Crossover

Highlight: Lexus TX shares a platform with the Toyota Grand Highlander.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $71,095 (Base TX 350): $58,540 (Non AWD)

Seating Capacity: 6 or 7

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