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!

The Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk is an SUV worthy of the Jeep name and heritage.
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Flash Drive 2015 Jeep Cherokee

Model Tested: 2015 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk 4×4 Engine: 3.2-liter V-6 gas, 271 horsepower, 239 lb-ft torque Transmission: 9-speed automatic transmission, all-wheel-drive EPA Ratings: 19/City—26/Highway—22/Combined Base Price: $30,395 As Tested: $36,869 Performance: Engine has start/stop feature for fuel economy Strong V-6 engine 9-speed automatic … read more

2016 Honda Pilot
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2016 Honda Pilot — Finally, a Makeover

Model Tested: 2016 Honda Pilot AWD Elite Engine: 3.5 liter, SOHC direct-injection V6 Transmission: 9-speed automatic EPA Ratings: 19/city —26/highway — 22/combined Base Price: $46,420 As Tested: $47,300 Overview: The 2016 Honda Pilot is no longer that awkward-looking box. The all-new version is … read more

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is a thinly disguised rally car for the street.
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2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution

Model Tested: 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR Engine: 2.0-liter I-4 gas turbocharged, 291 horsepower, 300 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed twin clutch automatic transmission, all-wheel-drive EPA Ratings: 17/City—22/Highway—19/Combined Base Price: $38,995 As Tested: $41,805 Performance: A four-door go-kart Crazy acceleration Glues itself to corners … read more

The all-new 2016 Mazda CX-3 is a nimble compact SUV that
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2016 Mazda CX-3

Model Tested: 2016 Mazda CX-3 Touring AWD Engine: 2.0-liter I-4 gas, 146 horsepower, 146 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed automatic transmission, all-wheel-drive EPA Ratings: 27/City—32/Highway—29/Combined Base Price: $23,210 As Tested: $26,050 Performance: Peppy, Skyactiv four-cylinder engine 6-speed automatic with sport mode All Wheel Drive … read more

The Hyundai Santa Fe Limited is the company
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2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited

Model Tested: 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited AWD Engine: 3.3-liter V-6 gas, 290 horsepower, 252 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed automatic transmission, all-wheel-drive EPA Ratings: 17/City—22/Highway—19/Combined Base Price: $36,000 As Tested: $41,695 Performance: Strong, efficient V-6 Good torque Economical on highway; we got a … read more

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata — Why the Buzz? Find Out…

Model Tested: 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club Engine: Skyactiv-G 2.0 liter 4-cylinder Transmission: Skyactiv 6-speed manual EPA Ratings: 27/city — 34/highway — 30/combined Base Price: $28,600 As Tested: $32,820 Overview: The all-new 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata returns the Miata to its roots. Completely … read more

2016 Volvo S60 Cross Country
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2016 Volvo S60 Cross Country — Volvo’s AWD Luxury Sedan

Model Tested: 2016 Volvo S60 Cross Country T5 AWD Engine: 2.5 liter, turbocharged, inline 5-cylinder alloy Transmission: 6-speed Geartronic automatic EPA Ratings: 20/city — 28/highway — 23/combined Base Price: $43,500 As Tested: $48,390 Overview: The 2016 Volvo S60 Cross Country is the only … read more

2016 Honda HR-V
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2016 Honda HR-V — New Small Crossover

Model Tested: 2016 Honda HR-V 5-door Engine: 1.8-liter SOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder Transmission: Continually variable automatic (CVT) EPA Ratings: 27/city, 32/highway, 29/combined Base Price: $25,840 As Tested: $26,720 Overview: The 2016 Honda HR-V is an all-new subcompact crossover SUV based on the versatile Honda … read more

2016 Lincoln Navigator
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2016 Lincoln Navigator — One Plush Ride

Model Tested: 2016 Lincoln Navigator Engine: 3.5-liter V-6 Ecoboost Transmission: 6-speed select-shift automatic EPA Ratings: 15/city, 20/highway, 17/combined Base Price: $65,055 As Tested: $73,395 Overview: The 2016 Lincoln Navigator is a three-row, eight-passenger luxury SUV with the cargo volume of a van, towing … read more

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