Category: crossover SUV
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2021 Toyota Venza – Drive Review
The Venza nameplate is back in the Toyota model mix for 2021. Now, the Venza midsize 2-row, 5-seater is offered only in all-wheel drive (AWD) and only with a hybrid drivetrain. Positioned as the “ultimate urban crossover,” the Venza offers versatility and distinction with a “quiet confidence.” Check out more details here. @!ChicagoCarGuy
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2021 Volkswagen Atlas – Drive Report
VW’s Atlas is a great value and delivers on what you buy an SUV for….plenty of room for people and cargo. The 2021 Atlas seven-seat SUV has an upgraded interior and an exterior with bolder front and rear styling. VW has expanded the availability of the 2.0-L to the top trims. And, VW has held…
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2020 Ford Edge ST – Drive Review
The Ford Performance Team put their fingerprint on the Ford Edge. Now you can haul stuff really fast. Edge ST features a specially tuned 335hp 2.7-liter twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6 engine. With 380 lb.-ft. of torque, a quick-shifting 8-speed automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive with selectable traction control the ST has lots of go power.…
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2020 Lincoln Corsair – Drive Review
Lincoln was rated the Highest Satisfaction Premium Brand in the AutoPacific 2020 Vehicle Satisfaction Survey. The new 2020 Corsair small SUV is the entry to Lincoln brand. The Corsair’s exterior is described as a “sculpture in motion.” The Corsair’s interior was designed to be a “sanctuary for the senses.” Learn a bit more about this…
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2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime – First Drive
The most powerful and quickest RAV4 ever while also being the most fuel-efficient. That’s the new 302hp 2021 RAV4 Prime. It can do 0-60mph in 5.7 seconds and drive up to 42 miles on battery power. Check out the new performance “green” SUV from Toyota here. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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2020 Cadillac XT6 – Road Trip
My wife and I recently took a road trip in the 2020 Cadillac XT6 on a long weekend getaway, like so many Americans will be doing this summer. It’s important to have the right vehicle to make for a not only safe but comfortable trip. The XT6 did the job. You can get my take…
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2020 Mazda CX-30 – Drive Review
Slotted in between the CX-3 and CX-5, the 2020 Mazda CX-30 provides lots of sporty performance, a refined cabin and good looks. Based on the new Mazda3 platform it’s powered by the same “Skyactiv-G’ 186-horsepower 2.5-L engine and 6-speed automatic as used in both the Mazda3 and the CX-5. Read more about the CX-30 here.…
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2020 Toyota RAV4 – Drive Review
Twenty-five years after coming on the U.S. auto scene the RAV4 continues to be a top seller. Redone for 2019, 2020 bings a new TRD Off-Road model. There’s a model for everyone in the RAV4 line up with the promise of a high performance model for 2021. Check it out here. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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2021 Kia Seltos – First Drive
The Seltos is an all-new model from Kia in the compact SUV segment. It’s loaded with nice features and priced to be a good value. It seats five and has decent cargo space. No matter if you are an urbanite or a suburbanite, the Seltos is worth a look. Have that look right here. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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2020 Ford Escape – First Drive
Ford has redone the Escape for 2020 with new architecture, a more car-like design, added safety features and a choice of four engines. Two gasoline engines, two hybrids and front- or all-wheel drive are yours to choose from. Here’s a look at my drive of one of the hybrids. Click here. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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