Bruce Caldwell

Model Tested: 2022 Lexus RX 450h F Sport Engine: 3.5-liter V-6 and three electric motors, 308 horsepower and 247 lb.-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic transmission, all-wheel drive EPA Rating: 31-mpg city, 28-mpg highway, 30-mpg combined Base Price: $53,820 As Tested: $62,450 Performance: Strong acceleration with electric motor assist Smooth transmission Console dial for Eco, Normal, […]

 Model Tested: 2022 Honda Civic Si 4DR HPT Engine: 1.5-liter turbocharged I-4, 200 horsepower and 192 lb.-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed manual, front-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 27-mpg city, 37-mpg highway, 31-mpg combined Base Price: $27,500 As Tested: $28,910 Performance: Updated turbocharged I-4 with broader power and torque Excellent off-the-line acceleration Extra sporty in Sport mode Three driving […]

Model Tested: 2022 BMW 430i Gran Coupe Engine: 2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder, 255 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic EPA Rating: 25-mpg city, 34-mpg highway, 28-mpg combined Base Price: $45,200 As Tested: $56,300 Performance: Peppy turbocharged engine Crisp automatic transmission Very good acceleration Fun to drive spiritedly Variable sport steering with M Sport option […]

Model Tested: 2021 Mercedes AMG GLB35 4Matic Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4, 302 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic transmission EPA Rating: 21-mpg city, 26-mpg highway, 23-mpg combined Base Price: $49,500 As Tested: $60,135 Performance: Strong performance from a turbocharged four-cylinder Feels quicker than engine size might suggest Excellent 8-speed dual-clutch automatic Paddle shifters […]

Model Tested: 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E GT AWD Engine: Twin electric motors, 480 horsepower and 634 lb.-ft torque Transmission: Single E-speed automatic transmission EPA Rating: 90-mpge city, 77-mpge highway, 84-mpge combined Base Price: $59,900 As Tested: $63,285 Performance: Surprisingly quick Mid-three second zero-to-sixty 12-second quarter mile performance Very strong linear acceleration As quiet as […]

Model Tested: 2022 Ford Maverick XLT FWD Engine: 2.0-liter Ecoboost I-4, 250 horsepower and 277 lb.-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic EPA Rating: 23-mpg city, 30-mpg highway, 26-mpg combined Base Price: $22,280 As Tested: $28,540 Performance: Peppy Ecoboost 2.0-liter engine Strong, smooth engine Excellent 8-speed automatic transmission Very smooth (almost seamless) downshifts on hills Good fuel […]

Model Tested: 2022 Subaru WRX Premium Engine: 2.4-liter turbocharged flat four, 271 horsepower and 258 lb.-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed manual, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 19-mpg city, 26-mpg highway, 22-mpg combined Base Price: $31,605 As Tested: $32,600 Performance: Strong, engaging turbocharged engine Excellent 6-speed manual transmission Smooth clutch action Decent fuel economy—our best was 27.8 mpg Sporty, […]

Model Tested: 2022 Lexus GX460 5-DR SUV Blackline Edition Engine: 4.6-liter V-8, 301 horsepower and 329 lb.-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 15-mpg city, 19-mpg highway, 16-mpg combined Base Price: $55,425 As Tested: $61,960 Performance: Strong V-8 engine Smooth automatic transmission Electronic transfer case Body on frame construction Live rear axle Adjustable suspension […]

Model Tested: 2022 Honda CR-V Hybrid Touring Engine: 2.0-liter I-4, 212 horsepower and 232 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic, all-wheel drive EPA Rating: 40-mpg city, 35-mpg highway, 38-mpg combined Base Price: $37,400 As Tested: $38,625 Performance: Hybrid provides extra off-the-line acceleration Electric-only for very short local trips Impressive regenerative braking Confidence inspiring all-wheel drive Smooth […]