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I get to test my share of three-row SUVs. There has been a lot of praise written about the Escalade IQ, the all-electric Escalade that is slightly larger than its gasoline counterpart and even bigger on technology and luxury. The new Vistiq also has three rows but in a more manageable size. Think Lincoln Aviator versus Lincoln Navigator, or Cadillac XT6 versus the Read more
When I think of three-row SUVs, typically BMW does not pop into my mind. Then I realize I forgot about the X7, which BMW does not want to hear because they want consumers to immediately recognize it as an option for people hauling. My mind tends to wander to the domestic luxury haulers like the Escalade, Grand Wagoneer and Navigator. But some people want luxury with the ability Read more
Sometimes you just want pure sports car fun. Nothing gives you that experience at a reasonable price point like a Mazda Miata. There are even some hardcore enthusiasts who would like to use a Miata daily, and for them Mazda offers the RF, or Retractable Fastback. It is the folding hardtop version of the Miata. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but I prefer the racy looks of Read more
The Ford F-150 always impresses. As the leader in full-size truck sales, Ford has the resources for advanced R&D and the confidence to implement new technology into a proven platform. Even when compared to wild competitors like the Tesla Cybertruck, the F-150 can still come out on top.One standout feature of the F-150 Hybrid is its ability to pull into a gas station and Read more
The 2025 Lexus LX700h Overtrail has a purpose: to get you in and out of rugged environments safely, dependably and, most importantly, in luxury. It fills the void left by the old Toyota Land Cruiser with three-row capability and a comfortable on-road ride. Despite being a behemoth with generous cargo space and three rows of seating, the 3.4-liter V6 hybrid system helps optimize Read more
Volvo has been very successful with its large, safe and utilitarian XC90 SUV. The company did not deviate from its core competency and create something wild for the similar electric-only EX90 SUV. Instead, the electric EX90 is a very competent and comfortable offering – especially for those who will run the vehicle around town shuttling kids around. The luxury of not having to Read more
The three-row SUV market is crowded. When it comes to the powertrain, you can choose gasoline, electric, plug-in hybrid or regular hybrid. The regular hybrid is for those who probably will not remember to plug in every night but still want to keep fuel economy numbers up—and gas station visits down. This is where the hybrid Toyota Grand Highlander shines. The Grand Highlander Read more
With all the SUVs I have been reviewing, it was nice to get into a sedan. You forget how good bargain sedans have become. The last Kia sedan I reviewed was the Forte, which was good but nothing extraordinary. However, the new Kia K4 GT-Line Turbo has everything going for it. Racy looks. Clean bodylines. Cool colors. A reasonably luxurious interior. Quick and nimble handling. Read more
In the white-hot three-row SUV segment, I have always liked the Chevrolet Traverse. It is among the largest of the car-based SUVs in the three-row category before you move into the mastodon-sized, truck-based class of the Chevy Tahoe, Ford Expedition, Nissan Armada and Toyota Sequoia. This means plenty of interior room without the hassles of parking a substantially larger Read more
