Model Tested: 2021 Toyota GR Supra 2.0 Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4, 255 horsepower, 295 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, rear-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 25-mpg city, 32-mpg highway, 28-mpg combined Base Price: $42,990 As Tested: $48,040 Performance: Turbocharged four-cylinder engine is peppy Smooth automatic transmission Sport mode greatly ups fun quotient Reasonable highway ride Performance tires noisy […]
Bruce Caldwell
A lifelong car enthusiast, Bruce Caldwell has an English degree from the University of Washington. In 1975 he joined CAR CRAFT as associate editor. He was a feature editor at HOT ROD and editor of Chevy High Performance, Muscle Car Review, Mustangs and Fords, Chevy Action, Corvette Milestones, Street Rod Quarterly, Mopar Milestones, Mustang Milestones, and Muscle Car Milestones. He has authored several best-selling automotive how-to books and written for numerous national magazines. He has tested over 2,000 new vehicles. He restores collector cars in a well-equipped home shop. Bruce is married with three children.
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2021 Honda Accord Hybrid
The handsome 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid takes all that’s good about Accord sedans and boosts practicality and economy with its excellent hybrid system.
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2021 Toyota Venza
The 2021 Toyota Venza is a new mid-size crossover hybrid SUV that’s big on interior space and comfort. It has standard AWD and an excellent safety suite.
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2021 Lexus RX 350L
Model Tested: 2021 Lexus RX 350L AWD Luxury Engine: 3.5-liter V-8 290 horsepower, 263 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 18-mpg city, 25-mpg highway, 21-mpg combined Base Price: $55,300 As Tested: $63,525 Performance: Smooth V-6 engine Good acceleration Good fuel economy—we matched EPA at 25.2-mpg highway Drive modes: Eco, Normal, Sport Button for locking […]
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2021 Lexus LX570
Model Tested: 2021 Lexus LX 570 5-Door SUV Engine: 5.7-liter V-8, 383 horsepower, 403 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, four-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 12-mpg city, 16-mpg highway, 14-mpg combined Base Price: $91,580 As Tested: $106,845 Performance: Lots of high-tech off-road, bad weather technology Very rugged, go-anywhere features Locking differential Adjustable suspension height Lots of specialized drive modes […]
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2021 Ford F-350 Crew Cab
Model Tested: 2021 Ford F-350 4×4 Crew Cab Limited Styleside Limited Engine :6.7-liter turbo diesel, 475 horsepower, 1050 lb-ft torque Transmission: 10-speed automatic, four-wheel-drive Base Price: $85,365 As Tested: $87,655 Performance: Highly refined diesel engine Instant start Very quiet diesel engine Incredible torque Ideal tow rig Excellent, super smooth 10-speed automatic transmission Smooth highway ride Great […]
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2021 AMG GLA35 4MATIC
Model Tested: 2021 Mercedes AMG GLA35 4Matic Engine: 2.0-liter I-4, 302 horsepower, 295 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 23-mpg city, 29-mpg highway, 25-mpg combined Base Price: $47,550 As Tested: $53,630 Performance: High performance brakes Strong turbocharged engine Eighty horsepower boost over base engine Impressive acceleration Sport mode makes noticeable difference Paddle shifters on 8-speed […]
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2021 Lexus IS 350 F Sport
Model Tested: 2021 Lexus IS 350 AWD Sedan F Sport Engine: 3.5-liter V-6, 311 horsepower, 280 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 19-mpg city, 26-mpg highway, 22-mpg combined Base Price: $44,900 As Tested: $56,960 Performance: Adaptive Handling package has adaptive shocks Sporty handling without being jarring Good fuel economy—our best was 27.8-mpg highway Engine modes: […]
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2021 Mazda CX-9
Model Tested: 2021 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD Engine: 2.5-liter I-4, 227 horsepower, 310 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 20-mpg city, 26-mpg highway, 23-mpg combined Base Price: $46,605 As Tested: $48,200 Performance: Strong, smooth turbocharged engine Excellent fuel economy—our best was 27.5-mpg highway Smooth, compliant, but not mushy highway ride Seamless engine and transmission Smooth […]