Behind The Wheel

Each issue we feature automotive reviews of some of the latest vehicles available — see the newest cars and trucks in the West Sound. These reviews are only a sample of what we have in WestSound Magazine each issue — subscribe to the print version today to see all of what we have to offer!

2024 Land Rover Defender
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2024 Land Rover Defender — An SUV Icon Re-imagined

Model tested: 2024 Land Rover Defender 110 S Engine: 3-liter turbocharged inline 6-cylinder Transmission: 8-speed automatic, all-wheel drive Horsepower: 395 Torque: 406 lb.-ft. EPA ratings (mpg): 17/city, 20/highway, 18/combined Base price: $67,900 As tested: $81,103 Overview: Land Rover Defender is an SUV often … read more

2024 Toyota Land Cruiser
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2024 Toyota Land Cruiser — Legendary Ruggedness, Off-Road Prowess and Technology

Model tested: 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser 4WD Wagon Hybrid Engine: 2.4-liter turbocharged I-4, plus two electric motors Transmission: 8-speed automatic, full-time four-wheel drive Horsepower: 326 Torque: 465 lb.-ft. EPA ratings (mpg): 22/city, 25/highway, 23/combined Base price: $61,950 As tested: $71,534 Overview: Toyota Land … read more

2024 Mazda MX5
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2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF — Small and Mighty (Fun, That Is)

Model tested: 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 6MT Engine: 2-liter I-4 DOHC 4-cylinder Transmission: 6-speed manual, rear-wheel drive Horsepower: 181 Torque: 154 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 26/city, 34/highway, 29/combined Base price: $37,010 As tested: $38,925 Overview: The 2024 Mazda MX-5 (commonly known … read more

2024 Lexus LC 500
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2024 Lexus LC 500 Coupe — Beauty and Brawn in a Highly Refined Coupe

Model tested: 2024 Lexus LC 500 Coupe Engine: 5-liter V8 Transmission: 10-speed manual, rear-wheel drive Horsepower: 471 Torque: 398 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 16/city, 24/highway, 18/combined Base price: $97,700 As tested: $107,105 Overview: The 2024 Lexus LC 500 Coupe isn’t a car you need … read more

2024 Honda Civic Type R
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2024 Honda Civic Type R — A Four-Door Go-Kart

Model tested: 2024 Honda Civic Type R Hatchback Engine: 2-liter I-4 turbocharged 4-cylinder Transmission: 6-speed manual, front-wheel drive Horsepower: 315 Torque: 310 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 22/city, 28/highway, 24/combined Base price: $44,795 As tested: $45,890 Overview: Most people associate the Honda Civic with a … read more

2024 Dodge Hornet R/T
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2024 Dodge Hornet R/T — Sporty Performance and Hybrid Economy

Model tested: 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T Plus Engine: 1.3-liter I-4 turbo PHEV Transmission: 6-speed automatic, all-wheel drive Horsepower: 288 Torque: 383 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 77 MPGE combined, 29 MPG gas, 33-mile range all-electric Base price: $44,995 As tested: $52,305 Overview: The basic 2024 … read more

2024 Toyota RAV4 Woodland
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2024 Toyota RAV4 — A Compact SUV for All Pacific Northwest Roads

Model tested: 2024 Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road Engine: 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Transmission: 8-speed automatic, all-wheel drive Horsepower: 203 Torque: 184 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 25/city, 32/highway, 28/combined MPG Base price: $38,095 As tested: $41,725 Overview: The 2024 Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road is the most all-terrain-capable … read more

2024 Subaru WRX
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2024 Subaru WRX — Sporty Performance for the Young at Heart

Model tested: 2024 Subaru WRX TR Engine: 2.4-liter Boxer-4 cylinder, intercooled/turbocharged Transmission: 6-speed manual, all-wheel drive Horsepower: 271 Torque: 258 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 19/city, 26/highway, 22/combined MPG Base price: $41,655 As tested: $42,775 Overview: The 2024 Subaru WRX is a high-performance throwback since … read more

2024 Lexus NX 350h
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2024 Lexus NX 350h — Luxury Meets Style and Hybrid Economy

Model tested: 2024 Lexus NX 350h Luxury AWD Engine: 2.5-liter hybrid Transmission: CVT automatic, all-wheel drive Horsepower: 240 • Torque: 167 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 41/city, 37/highway, 39/combined Base price: $48,795 • As tested: $55,775 Overview: The 2024 Lexus NX 350h is essentially unchanged … read more

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