Category: compact SUV
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2024 Chevrolet Equinox – drive review
The Chevrolet Equinox compact utility vehicle (UV) is one of many good choices in a segment that offers lots of suitable UVs for both young singles and couples as well as city-folk looking for versatility in compact package. Equinox rates high on value. The 2024 Equinox small crossover utility vehicle is offered in LS, LT,…
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2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe – drive report
Over 5 million Jeep Wranglers have been sold since 1987. Today, the Jeep Wrangler 4xe continues its run as the best-selling PHEV (plug-in hybrid) in America for two years in a row. For 2024 the Wrangler has some exterior updates, new interior features and tech, and enhanced safety. A wide portfolio of factory-backed, quality-tested parts…
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2024 MINI Cooper Countryman – drive review
The MINI Cooper Countryman premium subcompact utility vehicle seats five. It’s available with a choice of four different engines and with front-wheel drive or MINI’s ALL4 all-wheel drive. The 2024 Countryman is offered in Classic, Signature or Iconic trims. Prices start at $32,650. MINI’s Countryman with its 4-doors and rear hatch makes for a versatile…
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2024 Subaru Crosstrek – drive review
Crosstrek is entirely new for 2024 with new exterior styling and interior designs. Additionally, there’s a new Wilderness trim level. The third-generation Crosstrek is a highly capable compact SUV with a comprehensive list of standard and available features offering a good value at a competitive price. Have a look here for more details. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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2023 Lexus RZ 450e – First Drive
The Lexus RZ 450e is the brand’s first globally available, purpose-built battery-electric vehicle. RZ is a compact 5-passenger crossover utility vehicle that is built on a new e-TNGA vehicle architecture uniquely designed for battery-electric vehicles. The RZ is well suited for the urban landscape…not too big and not too small. Its somewhat limited 220 mile EPA-estimated…
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2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale – First Drive
“The Alfa Romeo Tonale offers more than 30 miles of electric range, best-in-class 285 horsepower and a list of technology features,” said Larry Dominique, senior vice president and head of Alfa Romeo North America. The Tonale is a premium compact CUV with seating for five and with standard all-wheel drive. It has a plug-in hybrid…
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2022 Hyundai Santa Fe – Drive Review
Hyundai Santa Fe is a 5-passenger, two-row midsize utility vehicle. Santa Fe is offered in six trim levels with corresponding pairings with four different power trains. There is a choice between two different ICE-powertrains, an HEV or a PHEV. Base prices range from $28,450 to $47,370. More information can be found here. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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2023 Toyota bZ4X – First Drive
Toyota “bZ” is a new vehicle series; a sub-brand that will encompass a range of seven new vehicles. The first is bZ4X. A compact 5-passenger crossover utility vehicle that is built on a new e-TNGA vehicle architecture uniquely designed for battery-electric vehicles. The bZ4X is offered in two trim levels, both with either front-wheel or…
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2023 Mazda CX-50 – Drive Review
The all-new 2023 Mazda CX-50 is an addition to the Mazda product lineup. The CX-50 is a two-row, five-seat compact sport utility vehicle (SUV) designed expressly for the U.S. and Canada. The CX-50 is not only designed for the U.S. but it’s built in the U.S. at the Mazda Toyota Manufacturing Plant in Huntsville, Alabama.…
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2022 Kia EV6 – First Drive
The entirely-new 2022 Kia EV6 is a purpose-built 5-passenger sports crossover with a driving range of up to 310 miles. EV6 is avaialble in three trims with either rear-wheel or all-wheel drive. Prices start at $41,400. Get more information right here. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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