Category Archives: compact SUV
2018 Volkswagen Tiguan – First Drive
VW has an all-new second-generation Tiguan for 2018. It’s longer, roomier and can carry up to seven. The current Tiguan will be rebadged as the Tiguan Limited and both of these compact SUVs join VW’s new midsize 3-row Atlas SUV. … Continue reading
2017 Kia Niro – Drive Report
The Kia Niro is all-new. It’s new to the market having made its global debut at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show. The Niro is hybrid-powered and EPA-rated at 50mpg. Looking more like a hatchback than an SUV, the Niro is … Continue reading
2017 Infiniti QX30 – Drive Report
The very coupe-like QX30 from Infiniti with its bold styling certainly sets itself apart from other compact crossover SUVs. Priced starting around $30K it’s the entry into the luxury Infiniti brand. It seats five and has a fairly spacious cargo … Continue reading
2017 Honda CR-V – Drive Report
Honda completely redesigned the CR-V for 2017 making this class-leading compact SUV even better. Restyled and sculpted on the outside, more modern and upscale on the inside, and a new 1.5-L turbo engine pushing you down the road make the … Continue reading
2017 Mercedes AMG GLC43 – Drive Report
AMG did its thing with the GLC. Biturbo 3.0-L V6 with 362 HP; enhanced nine-speed automatic; performance 4Matic all-wheel drive; mixed-size tires with 255/45 R 20 on 8 x 20 up front and 285/40 R 20 on 9.5 x 20 … Continue reading
2017 Nissan Rogue Sport – First Drive
Nissan’s new Rogue Sport hits the U.S. market this month, May. It’s a bit smaller and lighter than its sibling Rogue, has seating for five and decent cargo room. Powered by a 141HP 2.0-L 4-cylinder the Rogue Sport is well … Continue reading
2017 Ford Escape – Drive Report
The Escape is celebrating its sixteenth birthday and got a mid-cycle refresh along with some powertrain improvements. In the crowded compact SUV market, with many really good offerings for the buyer today, the Escape is one that should be given … Continue reading
