The 2027 GV90: Genesis New Flagship Is All-Electric

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 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

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

2026 Toyota Crown Nightshade AWD: The Brand’s Flagship Sedan

Crown Nightshade (Photo Credit: Toyota)

Highlight: The Crown is only available in an all-wheel drive configuration.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $49,900 (Base MSRP): $42,575

Seating Capacity: 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; and a tire pressure monitoring system; a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection; left turn oncoming vehicle detection/braking; lane tracing assist; automatic high beams; and a tire repair kit

2025 Volkswagen Golf R Black Edition: The Track-Inspired Hatchback Designed for Drifting

 

Highlight: The Golf R is the performance version of the German model’s GTI.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $53,731 (Base MSRP): $48,325

Seating Capacity: 4 or 5

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

2026 Subaru Solterra EV Touring XT: The Brand’s First EV Now Offers More Horsepower And Driving Range

 

Highlight: The Solterra shares a platform with the Lexus RZ and the Toyota bZ compact electric crossovers.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $47,500 (Base Premium MSRP): $38,495

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; 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 monitoring system

2025 VW Atlas SE AWD: The Brand’s Flagship Three-Row Vehicle

 

Highlight: The Atlas is being assembled in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $47,375 (Base MSRP): $39,625

Seating Capacity: 7 or 8

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 lane assist system

2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ Sport: The New Standard for All Three-Row Luxury EVs

  

Highlight: The Escalade IQ is approximately a foot longer than a traditional gasoline powered Escalade.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $133,315 (Base Luxury MSRP): $129,795

Seating Capacity: 7

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

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

2026 Chevrolet Tahoe High Country 4WD w/Hands-Free Highway Driving: The Brand’s Flagship SUV

 

Highlight: The Chevrolet Tahoe is available in a diesel powertrain.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $97,305 (Base LS MSRP): $62,995

Seating Capacity: 7 or 8

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

2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon AWD Goes All-Electric

 

Highlight: It’s the G-Wagon first all-electric model.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $182,450 Base MSRP: $162,650

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; rain-sensing wipers; a blind spot assist system; an active lane keep assistance system; a high beam assist system; a 360-degree camera; a stability control system; 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

2025 Hyundai Sonata N-Line: The Brand’s Sporty Midsize Sedan

Highlight: The N-Line is only available in a front wheel drive configuration. 

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $36,695 (Base Trim MSRP): $29,195

Seating Capacity: 5

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