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!

2023 Acura MDX
Behind the Wheel

2024 Toyota Grand Highlander — More Room for Friends and Family, and Everything Else

Model tested: 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander 4WD Platinum Hybrid Max Engine: 2.4-liter, turbocharged I-4 hybrid Transmission: 6-speed automatic, all-wheel drive Horsepower: 362 Torque: 400-lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 26/city, 27/highway, 27/combined Base price: $58,125 As tested: $59,878 Overview: The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander 4WD Hybrid … read more

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Flash Drive

2023 Toyota Corolla Cross

Model Tested: 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid XSE Engine: 2.0-liter hybrid I-4 with 3 electric motors, 196 combined horsepower and 139 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic transmission, all-wheel drive EPA Rating: 45-mpg city, 38-mpg highway, 42-mpg combined Base Price: $31.065 As Tested: $36,275 … read more

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Flash Drive

2023 Honda Accord Hybrid

Model Tested: 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid Touring Engine: 2.0-liter gas/electric hybrid I-4, 204 horsepower and 247-lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic transmission, front-wheel drive EPA Rating: 46-mpg city, 41-mpg highway, 44-mpg combined Base Price: $37,890 As Tested: $38,985 Performance: New dual-motor hybrid powertrain 1.1-kWh … read more

2024 Toyota Tundra
Behind the Wheel

2024 Toyota Tundra Platinum CrewMax — City Luxury, Off-Road Prowess

Model tested: 2024 Toyota Tundra HV 4×4 Platinum CrewMax 5.5 Engine: 3.4-liter, twin-turbo V-6 hybrid Transmission: 10-speed automatic, four-wheel drive Horsepower: 437 Torque: 583-lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 19/city, 22/highway, 20/combined Base price: $68,705 As tested: $74,317 Overview: The 2024 Toyota Tundra Hybrid 4×4 Platinum … read more

2023 Ford Maverick
Behind the Wheel

2023 Ford Maverick XLT — The Little Pickup That Can Do a Lot

Model tested: 2023 Ford Maverick XLT Crew Cab FWD Engine: 2.5-liter hybrid I-4 Transmission: CVT automatic, front-wheel drive Horsepower: 191 combined Torque: 173 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 42/city, 33/highway, 37/combined Base price: $24,455 As tested: $30,625 Overview: The 2023 Ford Maverick XLT Hybrid crew … read more

2023 Ford Maverick
Behind the Wheel

2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Crew Cab — Big Muscle, Big Interior, Big Capability

Model tested: 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Crew Cab ZR2 4WD diesel Engine: 6.6-liter Duramax turbo-diesel V-8 Transmission: 10-speed Allison automatic, four-wheel drive Horsepower: 470 Torque: 975-lb.-ft. EPA ratings: Not rated Base price: $69,600 As tested: $86,805 Overview: The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Crew … read more

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Flash Drive

2023 Toyota Prius Prime

Model Tested: 2023 Toyota Prius Prime XSE Premium Engine: 2.0-liter gas/electric plug-in I-4, 220 combined net horsepower and 139 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic transmission, front-wheel drive EPA Rating: 114-mpge electricity + gasoline, 48-mpg gasoline only Base Price: $39,170 As Tested: $43,292 Performance: … read more

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Flash Drive

2023 Lexus LC 500h Coupe

Model Tested: 2023 Lexus LC 500h Coupe Engine: 3.5-liter liter gas/electric V-6, 354 horsepower and 369 lb.-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic transmission, rear-wheel drive EPA Rating: 26-mpg city,33-mpg highway, 29-mpg combined Base Price: $99,450 As Tested: $115,160 Performance: Strong, powerful engine but not … read more

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Flash Drive

2023 Honda Pilot AWD Transport

Model Tested: 2023 Honda Pilot AWD Trailsport Engine: 3.5-liter V-6, 285 horsepower and 262 lb.-ft torque Transmission: 10-speed automatic transmission, all-wheel drive EPA Rating: 18-mpg city, 23-mpg highway, 20-mpg combined Base Price: $48,350 As Tested: $48,745 Performance: Smooth, responsive V-6 engine Excellent 10-speed … read more

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