Model tested: 2022 Infiniti QX60 LUXE AWD Engine: 3.5-liter V6 Transmission: 9-speed automatic Horsepower: 295 Torque: 270 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 20/city, 25/highway, 22/combined Base price: $54,900 As tested: $56,825 Overview: One of the perks of this job is being able to secure a courtesy vehicle when we’re out of town. Thanks to our friends at […]
Lary Coppola, (in memoriam)
Having been a gearhead since he was a pre-teen, Lary's been a hot rodder, drag racer, customizer, restorer, and mechanic — as well as a nationally published automotive writer for over 25 years. In addition to appearing here, his automotive reviews are accessible at WestSound Magazine Magazine and appear in 14 city/lifestyle magazines around the country, and are accessible through the Auto Reviewers Facebook page. He is a member of the Northwest Automotive Press Association and served two terms as its President and two as its Treasurer. He is also a member of the Motor Press Guild. Follow him on Twitter at @LaryCoppola. #Larythecarguy
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2022 Toyota Tacoma — The New Nightshade Edition
Model tested: Toyota Tacoma Nightshade 4×4 Double Cab Engine: 3.5-liter Atkinson-cycle with dual VVT-I Transmission: 6-speed automatic Horsepower: 278 Torque: 265 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 18/city, 22/highway, 20/combined Base price: $41,860 As tested: $45,183 Overview: Once upon a time, the Toyota Tacoma midsize pickup had only one competitor — Nissan’s rugged Frontier. Now there’s rivals from […]
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2022 Kia Sorento — Offering Something for Everyone
Model tested: 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid EX Engine: 1.6-liter turbocharged plug-in hybrid powertrain Transmission: 6-speed automatic w/paddle shifters Horsepower: 227 Torque: 258 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 39/city, 35/highway, 37/combined Base price: $35,990 As tested: $37,820 Overview: The 2022 Kia Sorento is a three-row crossover SUV and after a redesign last year, the Sorento lineup grew with […]
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2022 Mazda CX-5 — Sporty and Practical
Model tested: 2022 Mazda CX-5 AWD Signature Engine: Skyactive 2.5-liter turbo Transmission: Skyactive Drive 6-speed automatic Horsepower: 227 Torque: 310 lb.-ft. EPA rating: 22/city, 27/highway, 24/combined Base price: $38,650 As tested: $40,270 Overview: The Mazda CX-5 is arguably the sportiest in the highly competitive compact crossover class. Its power and nimble handling are the answers […]
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2022 Kia Telluride — Checking All The Boxes
Model tested: 2022 Kia Telluride SX AWD Engine: 3.8-liter gas direct injection 6-cylinder Transmission: 8-speed automatic Horsepower: 291 Torque: 262 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 19/city, 24/highway, 21/combined Base price: $44,590 As tested: $51,010 Overview: The Kia Telluride continues winning awards, just as it has since it debuted in 2020. It was most recently named US News […]
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2022 Lexus LX 600 — Checking All the Luxury Boxes
Model tested: 2022 Lexus LX 600 Ultra Lux Engine: 3.5-liter, twin-turbo V6 Transmission: 10-speed automatic Horsepower: 409 Torque: 479 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 17/city, 22/highway, 19/combined Base price: $126,000 As tested: $128,030 Overview: The Lexus LX 600 is Toyota’s luxury brand’s biggest and most luxurious SUV ever. It underwent a full makeover from the lugnuts up […]
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2022 Kia EV6 — Surprisingly Strong Performer
Model tested: 2022 Kia EV6 Wind AWD Engine: 166 KW electric motor Battery: 77.4 kWh lithium ion battery Horsepower: 225 Torque: 265 lb.-ft. Range: 310 miles Base price: $52,895 As tested: $54,110 Overview: The 2022 Kia EV6 is a small hatchback crossover and the first Kia designed and built from the ground up as an […]
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2022 Genesis GV70 — One Serious Contender
Model tested: 2022 Genesis GV70 AWD 3.5T Sport Prestige Engine: 3.5-liter twin turbo V6 Transmission: 8-speed sport automatic w/paddle shifters Horsepower: 375 Torque: 391 lb.-ft. EPA rating: 19/city, 25/highway, 21/combined Base price: $52,600 As tested: $65,045 Overview: There’s reasons Genesis’ all-new 2022 GV70 sport-utility vehicle is winning numerous awards — like the Northwest Automotive Press […]
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2022 BMW 430i — Four-Door Returns for 2022
Model tested: 2022 BMW 430i Gran Coupe Engine: 2-liter TwinPower turbo inline 4-cylinder Transmission: 8-speed automatic Horsepower: 255 Torque: Unavailable EPA ratings: 25/city, 34/highway, 28/combined Base price: $45,200 As tested: $56,300 Overview: The 4-Series Gran Coupe marks the return of a four-door sedan to BMW’s 4-Series lineup after being excused from the 2021 model year. […]