Category: compact SUV
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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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2023 Genesis GV60 – First Drive
The all-new GV60 is Genesis’ first dedicated all-electric vehicle model. Initially the 2023 Genesis GV60 will only be sold at select Genesis retailers in California, Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York with limited availability. Genesis hopes to expand GV60’s availability to more states soon, according to a Genesis spokesperson. Considered a performance vehicle, the GV60…
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2022 Chevrolet Equinox – Drive Review
The Chevrolet Equinox compact 5-seat utility vehicle has been freshened for 2022. There’s also a new RS model and updated tech. Check out the Chevrolet Equinox here. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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2023 Mazda CX-50 – First Drive
The all-new 2023 Mazda CX-50 is an addition to the Mazda product lineup. It’s a two-row, five-seat compact sport utility vehicle (SUV) designed expressly for the U.S. and Canada. All-wheel drive is standard and there is a choice of two engines. Mazda has enhanced the CX-50 with overlanding capability for those weekend adventures. Check it…
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2022 Hyundai Venue – Drive Review
The 5-passenger, front-wheel drive Venue was first introduced in 2020 as an all-new addition to the Hyundai model lineup. The 2022 Venue is offered in SE, SEL and Limited trims and has a starting base price of $19,000, plus a $1,245 freight charge, and is EPA rated at 31 mpg combined. The Hyundai Venue is…
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2022 Mazda MX-30 EV – First Drive
The 2022 Mazda MX-30 EV is an entirely new subcompact crossover utility vehicle (UV) that’s battery powered. It’s only sold in California, at least for now. Driving range is 100 miles. Not really much compared to other BEVs on the market. But, for city dwellers and commuters it might just be enough. Check it out…
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2022 Lexus NX – Drive Review
The NX compact UV is completely redesigned for 2022. The NX is longer, wider and taller and has fresh new styling both on the outside and inside. There are more powertrains to choose from. And the infotainment system’s much criticized console-mounted touchpad has been replaced by a more user friendly touchscreen. Click here to learn…