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- 2014 BMW X5
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- 2013 Nissan Rogue
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- 2013 Toyota Venza
- Lexus CT 200h
- Volvo S80
- Dodge Grand Caravan
- Honda Pilot
- Hyundai Equus
| Posted: 29 May 2013 03:00 PM PDT  Some crossovers and SUVs have gone through seemingly radical transformations as of late, perhaps risking rugged reputations in favor of a little more on-road finesse and dynamic vigor. That's not so much the case with the all-new 2014 X5; BMW keeps the focus of the X5 remarkably close to that of its original 'Sports Activity Vehicle'...      |
| Posted: 29 May 2013 02:27 PM PDT  The 2013 GMC Terrain has gone from a quiet addition to legitimately popular choice in the GMC lineup, which isn't surprising as demand for fuel-efficient crossovers climbs across the industry. The very nearly mid-size Terrain utility vehicle is a good reason why--it's a chunky piece of work that gives up nothing in refinement, gas...   |
| Posted: 29 May 2013 02:20 PM PDT  The Mazda 3 feels more than just a little like a sports-car–its lively personality is one we wish was baked into more of the compact cars on the market today. It's proof that affordable cars can also be engaging to drive, and that 40 miles per gallon can be achieved without hybrid systems or CVTs. Both the eco-conscious and...   |
| Posted: 29 May 2013 02:10 PM PDT  The Ford Explorer is one of the best-known SUVs on the planet, but it's not technically a rugged SUV anymore. Instead, the most recent Explorer is a crossover, sharing much of its running gear with Ford's large sedans–and that makes it an excellent family wagon with all-weather ability. The boon that change brings can be measured...   |
| Posted: 29 May 2013 01:58 PM PDT  The Dodge Journey crossover with sporty driving dynamics and wagon-like design cues. And for the most part, it's lagged behind against competitors like the Ford Edge, Hyundai Santa Fe, Honda CR-V and Toyota Venza. The Journey sits in the heart of the mid-size crossover market, but may have a bit of a perception problem since it...   |
| Posted: 29 May 2013 01:54 PM PDT  The 2013 Nissan Rogue is a budget-wise crossover that nails the basics without paying too much attention to unnecessary features. It's built for small families with money at front of mind, so in the balance, its middling acceleration and lack of features makes for a fair exchange. The affordable, versatile Rogue also happens to be one...   |
| Posted: 29 May 2013 01:49 PM PDT  In the past, the Nissan Altima has been a scrappy, nearly sporty sedan that hasn't always delivered on the priorities of the families that drove it. However, that's changing with the new Altima–redesigned for 2013–which has transformed into a comfortable, five-star-safe sedan that's no longer the fastest to steer or...   |
| Posted: 29 May 2013 01:41 PM PDT  The Toyota Prius is now four years into its third generation. But, it's also new for 2013, in the sense that it's now family of hybrids–last year, the Prius liftback was joined by the Prius C hatchback and the Prius V wagon, as well as the Prius Plug-In Hybrid, thus spinning a sub-brand off from the original nameplate. The...   |
| Posted: 29 May 2013 01:30 PM PDT  While compact pickups have largely vanished from the U.S. market, the Toyota Tacoma soldiers forward. The Ford Ranger has exited the market, and the GMC Canyon and Chevy Colorado compact pickups are taking a transition year off--leaving the Tacoma as one of the few not-full-size trucks sticking it out. Toyota's even invested more in...   |
| Posted: 29 May 2013 01:17 PM PDT  If you're the type who prefers a hatchback and wants a little extra ride height, the 2013 Toyota Venza might be one of the better vehicles to add to your short list. More so if you find all those requisite rugged cues on so many crossovers and utility vehicles to be turn-offs. In lieu of a Camry Wagon, the Venza occupies a middle...   |
| Posted: 29 May 2013 11:36 AM PDT  The Lexus CT 200h is a compact hybrid, the only hatchback available from Lexus, and the brand's most affordable car. It's in a class of it's own, being the only compact luxury hybrid on the market today, though it competes most closely with the highest-end version of its platform-sharing cousin, the Toyota Prius, as well as the diesel-powered Audi...   |
| Posted: 29 May 2013 11:31 AM PDT  The Volvo S80 is a large luxury sedan that competes with cars like the Cadillac XTS, Acura RLX and Lincoln MKS. The S80 takes a quiet, subtle approach to luxury, with an emphasis on comfort and safety above all else. Read our 2013 Volvo S80 review for car prices with options, specifications, and gas mileage information. The first generation of the...   |
| Posted: 29 May 2013 11:29 AM PDT  The Dodge Grand Caravan is the longest-running minivan currently offered in the U.S.–with more than three decades of models to its name. While neither short-wheelbase Caravan models nor all-wheel-drive versions are any longer part of the mix, and Chrysler's narrowed the focus of its vans, they continue as an important family vehicle both for...   |
| Posted: 29 May 2013 11:27 AM PDT  The Honda Pilot is a mid-sized crossover SUV built for families. While it looks boxy and truck-like, it still has driving dynamics more suited to a car. Plus, it offers optional all-wheel drive. When it was rolled out in 2003, the Pilot was originally marketed as a more car-like alternative to the mid-size utility vehicles that were then based on...   |
| Posted: 29 May 2013 11:17 AM PDT  The Hyundai Equus a large luxury sedan in virtually every way–with all the comfort, features and performance you'd expect–yet without the upscale luxury badge or price. To some, that might be a dealbreaker, while others will find the value proposition to be a good fit. True to its name, the Equus is the war horse at the top of...   |
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