Model tested: 2023 Ford Escape AWD Platinum Engine: 2-liter EcoBoost turbocharged I-4 Transmission: 8-speed automatic, all-wheel drive Horsepower: 250 Torque: 280 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 23/city, 31/highway, 26/combined Base price: $37,465 As tested: $41,965 Overview: The 2023 Ford Escape AWD Premium compact sport-utility vehicle … read more

Model tested: 2024 Toyota Camry SE Hybrid Nightshade Edition Engine: 2.4-liter I-4 Transmission: CVT (continuously variable) automatic, front-wheel drive Horsepower: 208 combined Torque: 163 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 51/city, 53/highway, 52/combined Base price: $30,615 As tested: $32,839 Overview: The 2024 Toyota Camry SE Hybrid … read more

Model tested: 2024 Kia Seltos SX Turbo AWD Engine: 1.6-liter, turbo 4-cylinder Transmission: 8-speed automatic Horsepower: 201 Torque: 195 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 25/city, 27/highway, 26/combined Base price: $29,990 As tested: $33,085 Overview: In the highly competitive world of compact SUVs, the 2024 Kia … read more

Model tested: Ford F-150 Lightning XLT SuperCrew 4×4 Engine: Separate front and rear 3-phase electric motors Battery: Extended-range 131 kWh Horsepower: 580 Torque: 775 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 78/city, 63/highway, 70/combined Base price: $52,974 As tested: $76,384 Overview: There’s many reasons why the Ford … read more

Model tested: Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance Premium Engine: 5-liter V8 Transmission: 8-speed automatic w/paddle shifters Horsepower: 472 Torque: 398 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 17/city, 25/highway, 20/combined Base price: $64,665 As tested: $65,815 Overview: As part of Toyota’s luxury brand’s ongoing commitment to … read more

Model tested: 2023 Genesis Electrified G80 Engine: 136 kW front and rear electric motors Battery: 87.2 kWh Horsepower: 365 Torque: 516 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 105/city, 89/highway, 35 kWh per 100 miles Base price: $79,825 As tested: $81,495 Overview: The 2023 Genesis Electrified G80 … read more

Model tested: 2023 Kia Telluride SX-Prestige X-Pro AWD Engine: 3.8-liter gas direct injection V6 Transmission: 8-speed automatic Horsepower: 291 Torque: 262 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 18/city, 24/highway, 21/combined Base price: $52,785 As tested: $55,120 Overview: The Kia Telluride continues winning awards — just as … read more

Model tested: 2023 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro Engine: 4-liter V6 Transmission: 5-speed automatic Horsepower: 270 Torque: 278 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 16/city, 19/highway, 17/combined Base price: $53,270 As tested: $55,380 Overview: The 2023 Toyota 4Runner is a body-on-frame truck-based, midsize SUV made for real … read more

Model tested: Ford Bronco Sport Heritage Limited 4×4 Engine: 2-liter turbocharged EcoBoost 4-cylinder Transmission: 8-speed automatic Horsepower: 250 Torque: 277 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 21/city, 26/highway, 23/combined Base price: $44,805 As tested: $46,400 Overview: The 2023 Ford Bronco Sport is a compact SUV that’s … read more