Model Tested: 2021 Lexus RX 350L AWD Luxury Engine: 3.5-liter V-8 290 horsepower, 263 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 18-mpg city, 25-mpg highway, 21-mpg combined Base Price: $55,300 As Tested: $63,525 Performance: Smooth V-6 engine Good acceleration Good fuel economy—we matched EPA at 25.2-mpg highway Drive modes: Eco, Normal, Sport Button for locking […]
Behind The Wheel
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2021 Lexus LX570
Model Tested: 2021 Lexus LX 570 5-Door SUV Engine: 5.7-liter V-8, 383 horsepower, 403 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, four-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 12-mpg city, 16-mpg highway, 14-mpg combined Base Price: $91,580 As Tested: $106,845 Performance: Lots of high-tech off-road, bad weather technology Very rugged, go-anywhere features Locking differential Adjustable suspension height Lots of specialized drive modes […]
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2021 Mazda 3 — Fun and Versatile
Model tested: 2021 Mazda 3 AWD Premium Plus Engine: Skyactiv 2.5-liter DOHC turbo Transmission: SKYACTIVE-Drive 6-speed automatic Horsepower: 227 Torque: 310 lb.-ft. EPA rating: 23/city, 32/highway, 27/combined Base price: $32,450 As tested: $33,890 Overview: The 2021 Mazda 3 is available as a compact sedan or hatchback — both offering fun and versatility. The 3 boasts […]
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2021 Aston Martin DBX — A High-Performance SUV
Model tested: 2021 Aston Martin DBX Engine: 4-liter, twin-turbo V8 Transmission: 9-speed automatic Horsepower: 542 Torque: 516 lb.-ft. EPA rating: 14/city, 18/highway, 15/combined Base price: $179,986 As tested: $222,786 Overview: We have to admit an affinity for Aston Martin that began with driving the DB9 some years ago — causing us to fall hopelessly in […]
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2021 BMW 5-Series M5 — Fire-Breathing Monster in Sheep’s Clothing
Model tested: 2021 BMW M5 Competition Sedan Engine: 4.4-liter, twin-turbo V8 Transmission: 8-speed automatic w/paddle shifters Horsepower: 617 Torque: 553 lb.-ft. EPA rating: 25/city, 32/highway, 27/combined Base price: $103,500 As tested: $136,045 Overview: The 2021 BMW 5-Series M5 Competition is a midsize, high-performance, luxury sedan that combines serious horsepower with European opulence. The 5-Series is […]
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2021 Toyota Sienna — U.S.-Built AWD Hybrid Minivan
Model tested: Toyota Sienna XLE AWD Engine: 2.5-liter, gas 4-cylinder plus electric motor Transmission: Electronic CVT Horsepower: 189 gas, 180 electric, 245 combined Torque: Unavailable EPA rating: 35/city, 36/highway, 35/combined Base price: $41,750 As tested: $48,047 Overview: The Toyota Sienna is a minivan with available electronic on-demand all-wheel drive. Totally redesigned and built in Indiana […]
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2021 Ford F-150 — Still Rulin’ the Roost
Model tested: 2021 Ford F-150 XLT 4X4 SuperCrew Engine: 3.5-liter PowerBoost full hybrid V6 Transmission: hybrid electric 10-speed automatic Horsepower: 430 Torque: 570 lb.-ft. EPA rating: 24/city, 24/highway, 24/combined Base price: $43,805 As tested: $60,545 Overview: The Ford F-150 is the all-time American sales leader among full-size pickups — and with good reason. With 40 […]
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2021 Chevy Silverado — Lots of Configuration Choices
Model tested: 2021 Chevy Silverado Crew Cab LT Engine: 3-liter Duramax turbo-diesel Transmission: 10-speed automatic Horsepower: 277 Torque: 460 lb.-ft. EPA rating: 22/city, 26/highway, 24/combined Base price: $45,700 As tested: $55,565 Overview: The 2021 Chevy Silverado is a full-size pickup truck that features eight trim levels — everything from a two-door work truck to some […]
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2021 BMW X5 xDrive45e — Sophisticated Utility
Model tested: 2021 BMW X5 xDrive45e M-Sport Engine: 3-liter twin turbo inline 6-cylinder Transmission: 8-speed sport automatic w/paddle shifters Horsepower: 335 Torque: 330 lb.-ft. EPA rating: gas 20/combined, gas and electric 50/combined Base price: $65,400 As tested: $81,695 Overview: One perk of this job is courtesy manufacturer loans when traveling out of town. A heartfelt […]