Behind The Wheel
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Model Tested: 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid Touring Engine: 2.0-liter I-4, 212 horsepower, 232 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 40-mpg city, 35-mpg highway, 38-mpg combined Base Price: $35,950 As Tested: $35,950 Performance: Smooth highway ride, quiet, refined Hybrid more powerful than standard … read more
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Model Tested: 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport SUV Engine:2.5-liter Boxer 4-cylinder, 182 horsepower, 176 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 27-mpg city, 34-mpg highway, 29-mpg combined Base Price: $26,495 As Tested: $29,145 Performance: Strong acceleration, although not WRX strong Displacement now 2.5-L … read more
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Model Tested: 2020 Ford Ranger SuperCrew 4×4 Lariat Crew Cab 5’ Box Engine: 2.3-liter Ecoboost I-4, 270 horsepower, 310 lb-ft torque Transmission: 10-speed automatic, four-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 20-mpg city, 24-mpg highway, 22-mpg combined Base Price: $38,675 As Tested: $46,910 Performance: Strong power for a … read more
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Model Tested: 2020 Ford F350 SRW 4X4 Crew Cab Platinum Styleside Engine:7.3-liter V-8, 430 horsepower, 475 lb-ft torque Transmission: 10-speed automatic, four-wheel-drive EPA Rating: Not required for this truck Base Price: $67,745 As Tested: $74,980 Performance: Pleasant highway ride both loaded and empty … read more
Model Tested: 2020 Lexus RC F 2-DR Coupe Engine:5.0-liter V-8, 472 horsepower, 395 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, rear-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 16-mpg city, 24-mpg highway, 19-mpg combined Base Price: $64,900 As Tested: $79,718 Performance: Impressive, exciting acceleration Beautiful engine/exhaust sounds, but not raucous … read more
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Model Tested: 2020 Toyota Highlander Platinum V6 AWD Engine:3.5-liter V-6, 295 horsepower, 263 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 20-mpg city, 27-mpg highway, 23-mpg combined Base Price: $48,800 As Tested: $51,112 Performance: Smooth V-6 engine and 8-speed automatic transmission Lots of … read more
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Model Tested: 2020 Mazda CX-30 Premium Package AWD Engine: 2.5-liter I-4, 186 horsepower, 186 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 25-mpg city, 32-mpg highway, 27-mpg combined Base Price: $29,600 As Tested: $31,670 Performance: Enjoyable driving experience Responsive steering Nimble size for urban … read more
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Model Tested: 2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE Sedan Engine:2.5-liter I-4, 208 net horsepower Transmission: CVT automatic, front-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 44-mpg city, 47-mpg highway, 46-mpg combined Base Price: $32,550 As Tested: $39,766 Performance: Impressive fuel economy—50-mpg not unheard of Drive modes: Eco, Normal, Sport, … read more
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Model Tested: 2020 Honda CR-V 1.5T AWD Touring Engine:1.5-liter turbocharged I-4, 190 horsepower, 179 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 27-mpg city, 32-mpg highway, 29-mpg combined Base Price: $34,750 As Tested: $35,845 Performance: Good performance for such a small displacement engine … read more