Category: midsize SUV

  • 2020 Toyota Highlander – First Drive

    On the invite of Toyota I participated in the line-off celebration of the new Highlander at Toyota’s Princeton, Indiana plant were it is produced. Then I spent time behind the wheel of both the Highlander with the V6 engine and the Highlander Hybrid. Depending on your needs, both are viable contenders and good choices in…

  • 2020 Mazda CX-9 – Drive Review

    Mazda has upped its game and has moved a bit more into the premium space with the Signature trim level. The 2020 Mazda CX-9 3-row midsize SUV now has increased engine torque, a new off-road traction assist, new available center row captain’s chairs, and more. Check it all out right here. @1ChicagoCarGuy

  • 2020 Ford Explorer – Drive Review

     All-new again. The 2020 Ford Explorer has been redone and now is based on a rear-drive platform. There’s new engines including a hybrid plus a 10-speed automatic. Most everything is better, as of course it should be. Read more here with one click. @1ChicagoCarGuy

  • 2020 Cadillac XT6 – Drive Review

    Cadillac’s new for 2020 XT6 3-row SUV has a 310-HP V6 that helps make it a great family hauler. Premium Luxury or Sport trims help suit varied tastes and styles. Check out more on the XT6 right here. @1ChicagoCarGuy

  • 2020 Hyundai Palisade – Drive Report

    The Palisade is the new Hyundai flagship. It will seat up to eight, has a powerful V6, can tow a bunch, and is surprisingly luxurious for the price. It’s well known that the Hyundai Palisade shares its architecture and powertrain with the Kia Telluride. The Telluride is also a very good new entry in the…

  • 2019 Range Rover Sport HSE MHEV – First Drive

    With five different trims and as many different engines, the Range Rover Sport has something for everyone. Engine output is from 254hp to 575hp. A mild hybrid as well as a plug-in hybrid are offered. Plus there’s a diesel and a powerful V8. I spent time driving the $74K mild hybrid HSE variant. You can…

  • 2019 Lincoln Nautilus – Drive Review

    Lincoln’s entry in the premium midsize utility segment has a new name and a new look. The Nautilus for 2019 has a choice of two new turbo engines, an 8-speed automatic and a full suite of ADAS safety equipment. Priced to start from just above $40K to abound $57K, there’s a choice of options to…

  • 2020 Subaru Outback – First Drive

    The sixth generation Outback has arrived and is all-new for 2020. With new structure, refined suspension, a new 260-HP turbo 2.4-L engine and standard all-wheel drive it’s ready for the highway or a dusty trail. There are seats for five, plenty of cargo room and a roof rack with swing-into-place cross bars. A new Onyx…

  • 2020 Hyundai Palisade – First Drive

    The all-new 2020 Hyundai Palisade will seat up to eight, has a powerful V6, can tow a bunch, and is surprisingly luxurious for the price. This new flagship midsize SUV from Hyundai has 291-horsepower and is priced beginning at $31,550. With bold exterior styling and a refined and upscale interior the new Palisade is worth…

  • 2020 Kia Telluride – First Drive

    The 2020 Telluride is a completely new 3-row SUV on the market from Kia. The Telluride is offered in LX, S, EX and SX trims with prices starting at $31,690. With seats for seven or eight, power from a 291-horsepower 3.8-L V6, and the choice of front- or all-wheel drive, the new Telluride is well equipped…