Model tested: Mustang Mach-E GT AWD Engine: Two electric motors Horsepower: 346 Torque: 428 lb.-ft. EPA rating: 90/city, 77/highway, 84/combined Base price: $59,900 As tested: $63,285 Overview: We’ve all heard the ad nauseum buzz about Ford’s Mustang Mach-E — the electric crossover sport-utility vehicle. In our view, calling this a Mustang is an aberration that […]
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 Hyundai Tucson Limited Hybrid — Much to Like
Model tested: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited AWD Engine: 1.6-liter turbocharged GDi 4-cylinder hybrid Transmission: 6-speed automatic w/Shiftronic and paddle shifters Horsepower: 180 Torque: 195 lb.-ft. EPA rating: 37/city, 36/highway, 37/combined Base price: $37,350 As tested: $38,704 Overview: The Hyundai Tucson is a crossover sport-utility vehicle that’s all new for 2022. Unassuming and utilitarian, it offers […]
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2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness — Refined Toughness
Model tested: 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness Engine: 2.4-liter DOHC 4-cylinder turbocharged boxer Transmission: High-torque Lineartronic CVT with 8-speed manual mode Horsepower: 260 Torque: 277 lb.-ft. EPA rating: 22/city, 26/highway, 24/combined Base price: $30,905 As tested: $38,120 Overview: Subaru is affectionately known as the “Official Car of the Pacific Northwest” for lots of good reasons — […]
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2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz — Hyundai’s First Pickup a Winner
Model tested: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz AWD Limited Engine: 2.5-liter Smartstream turbocharged 4-cylinder Transmission: 8-speed dual-clutch automatic Horsepower: 281 Torque: 311 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 19/city, 27/highway, 22/combined Base price: $39,720 As tested: $41,100 Overview: The 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz is the Korean automaker’s very first pickup. We’ve had three occasions to drive it — at […]
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2022 Honda Passport TrailSport — First of the New Honda Off-Roaders
Model tested: 2022 Honda Passport TrailSport Engine: 3.5-liter VTEC V6 Transmission: 9-speed automatic w/paddle shifters Horsepower: 280 Torque: 262 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 19/city, 24/highway, 21/combined Base price: $42,470 As tested: $44,090 Overview: Honda is best known for dependable, comfortable, primarily on-road vehicles, not for off-roaders. But the Japanese automaker wants to change that thinking and […]
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2021 Mazda 3 — Fun and Versatile
Model tested: 2021 Mazda 3 AWD Premium Plus Engine: Skyactiv 2.5-liter DOHC turbo Transmission: SKYACTIVE-Drive 6-speed automatic Horsepower: 227 Torque: 310 lb.-ft. EPA rating: 23/city, 32/highway, 27/combined Base price: $32,450 As tested: $33,890 Overview: The 2021 Mazda 3 is available as a compact sedan or hatchback — both offering fun and versatility. The 3 boasts […]
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2021 Aston Martin DBX — A High-Performance SUV
Model tested: 2021 Aston Martin DBX Engine: 4-liter, twin-turbo V8 Transmission: 9-speed automatic Horsepower: 542 Torque: 516 lb.-ft. EPA rating: 14/city, 18/highway, 15/combined Base price: $179,986 As tested: $222,786 Overview: We have to admit an affinity for Aston Martin that began with driving the DB9 some years ago — causing us to fall hopelessly in […]
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2021 BMW 5-Series M5 — Fire-Breathing Monster in Sheep’s Clothing
Model tested: 2021 BMW M5 Competition Sedan Engine: 4.4-liter, twin-turbo V8 Transmission: 8-speed automatic w/paddle shifters Horsepower: 617 Torque: 553 lb.-ft. EPA rating: 25/city, 32/highway, 27/combined Base price: $103,500 As tested: $136,045 Overview: The 2021 BMW 5-Series M5 Competition is a midsize, high-performance, luxury sedan that combines serious horsepower with European opulence. The 5-Series is […]
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2021 Toyota Sienna — U.S.-Built AWD Hybrid Minivan
Model tested: Toyota Sienna XLE AWD Engine: 2.5-liter, gas 4-cylinder plus electric motor Transmission: Electronic CVT Horsepower: 189 gas, 180 electric, 245 combined Torque: Unavailable EPA rating: 35/city, 36/highway, 35/combined Base price: $41,750 As tested: $48,047 Overview: The Toyota Sienna is a minivan with available electronic on-demand all-wheel drive. Totally redesigned and built in Indiana […]