A popular choice in the 3-row midsize family SUV segment, the Hyundai Palisade has been a favorite vehicle for broods all over the United States. For 2023, the Palisade has received an exterior refresh along with new infotainment and safety features. Most notable of the changes are a 12-inch infotainment screen for navigation, WiFi hotspot capability, and new BlueLink features.
Read MoreDifficult to test drive, let alone obtain, from its debut in 2019, the sought-after Telluride family SUV gets a mid-cycle makeover for the 2023 model year. Notably, according to Kia, existing owners of the Telluride have the most brand loyalty when coming back into the market for a new vehicle, something which speaks for the satisfaction that the current version provides. Along with some styling refinements, new changes include the addition of X-Line and X-Pro trim levels.
Read MoreDemonstrating that electric vehicles can be both efficient and usable, the well-liked Kia Niro EV has been completely updated for 2023 and has become larger in the process, though lighter and more aerodynamically refined. Its design has become notably more distinctive, with upswept LED daytime running lights and an Aero Blade on the side that also helps airflow underneath the car.
Read MoreApril 4, 2022 — Franklin, Tennessee Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) today announced product updates and pricing for the stylish and sporty 2023 Eclipse Cross crossover SUV. For the first time in the model's history, all Eclipse Cross models sold in the U.S. will be equipped as standard with the driving confidence inspired by Mitsubishi's Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC) all-wheel drive system. S-AWC traces its roots back to the company's legendary motorsport victories on the special stages of the World Rally Championship and in the desert dunes of Dakar.
Read MoreModena, 22 March 2022 – Here comes Maserati Grecale, the new SUV to make everyday life exceptional. This is the Maserati style, the perfect, bold synthesis of avant-garde and passion, innovation and timeless design. An SUV to be driven anytime, anywhere, by anyone, to turn journeys into something extraordinary. Grecale takes the name of a wind and is a range within the range. It fulfills all requirements with every kind of powertrain: conventional combustion and hybrid engines.
Read More2022/02/16 | Atlanta, Georgia — The Porsche Macan – combining exhilarating performance, surefooted traction and compact proportions – was once again the best-selling Porsche in 2021, drawing in 24,716 new customers in the U.S. alone. Now, to add to the already successful story of the Macan, which experienced a record sales year in 2021, Porsche is introducing a new variant to the line-up. Porsche Cars North America will add the Macan T to for the 2023 model year range.
Read MoreDetroit, Michigan, January 5, 2022 – Chevrolet will expand its EV lineup in fall 2023 to include the Equinox EV, an affordable, functional compact SUV that will start at an estimated MSRP of around $30,000 in the U.S. The Equinox EV, which will be launched with both fleet and retail versions, including LT and RS trims, will leverage GM’s Ultium Platform. “The Equinox has always played an important role for Chevrolet as the second-highest selling brand nameplate,” said Steve Hill, Chevrolet vice president.
Read MoreThe Infiniti QX50 has long been a voguish alternative in the premium compact SUV market while offering a high amount of amenities for the money, like its dual touchscreen InTouch infotainment system which has an 8-inch upper screen, and 7-inch lower screen. For the 2022 model year, the QX50 gets even more standard equipment like ProPILOT Assist adaptive cruise control for single-lane travel, a Type-C USB charging port for the back seat passengers, and LED welcome lights on the door handles.
Read MoreAround the world, the Ford Ranger has long been a popular choice in the midsize truck segment, offering a high degree of versatility and efficiency. After getting plenty of input from existing owners around the globe, for 2023, Ford has unveiled an updated version of the Ranger with a bolder design on the outside and a more modern interior. Going on sale in European markets first where midsize pickups are very popular, the Ranger is aimed at farmers, commercial fleets, and small business owners.
Read MoreWith more and more automakers adding an all-electric SUV to their lineups, Toyota has joined the fray with its upcoming bZ4X. The bZ4X is the first in Toyota’s electric vehicle offering under the new “Toyota bZ” (Beyond Zero) electric vehicle sub-brand. Engineered to provide a range of up to 250 miles when equipped with front-wheel-drive (all-wheel-drive is optional) while providing the versatility that customers expect from a compact SUV, the bZ4X should become a major presence in the EV market.
Read MoreSubaru has long been known for vehicles that can go anywhere in an efficient and reliable fashion. However, in the United States, Subaru has never sold an EV, but now the company hopes to change that with the Solterra, its first global all-electric vehicle and a dedicated SUV designed to regularly venture off-road. Coming standard with all-wheel-drive (a common Subaru hallmark) and 8.3 inches of ground clearance, the Solterra is intended to retain the characteristics Subarus are known for while generating zero emissions on the road.
Read MoreWhen Kia debuted in the United States in the 1990s, the Sportage was many Americans’ first experience with a Kia vehicle. Now Kia’s longest-selling nameplate, the fifth generation version of the Sportage has been completely redesigned for the 2023 model year with more aggressive and futuristic styling on both the outside and inside as well as the availability of a new hybrid version. As the compact SUV market becomes ever more fierce, Kia intends for the Sportage to bring more new customers to the brand and the new redesign may just be the ticket.
Read MoreFor the past 25 years, the Toyota RAV4 has been a best-selling SUV across the globe, defining what a crossover vehicle can be. One of the benchmarks of the compact SUV market, the RAV4 combines reliability, dynamic handling, and a supple ride into one efficient package. As America’s best-selling non-pickup passenger vehicle for the past four years, Toyota aims for the RAV4 to retain that distinction through the 2022 model year.
Read MoreSince North Americans tend to gobble up all the SUVs in sight (it may be an exaggeration), Mazda has decided to offer a new one in the form of the CX-50. Coming standard with all-wheel-drive and Mazda Intelligent Drive Select that helps enable it to take on tough conditions, the CX-50 is designed for customers who travel off the roadways more often than most. With a new SUV that can appeal to the weekend outdoor enthusiasts, Mazda wants the CX-50 to become a go-to for even more SUV shoppers.
Read MoreAfter a complete redesign for 2019, Kia has given the Forte a mid-cycle refresh for 2022 with updated styling elements in the front and back as well as some interior and tech upgrades. Significant among the changes are an available 10.25-inch widescreen navigation display and a Highway Driving Assist system which adjusts speed according to the posted speed limit when the Smart Cruise Control system is engaged. With the changes, Kia intends for the Forte to continue its strong sales and maintain its cachet with compact sedan shoppers.
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