Category: new car review

  • 2016.5 Mazda CX-5 – Drive & Review

    Mazda did some content realigning on the 2016 1/2 CX-5. It’s still quite a nice compact SUV and will suite anyone who likes to drive just for the sake of driving. My full write-up is here to read. @1ChicagoCarGuy

  • 2017 Kia Sportage – Drive & Review

    All-new for 2017, the fourth-generation Kia Sportage 5-passenger compact CUV has been nicely refreshed and updated. There’s lots of upscale features and equipment available  including new driver-assistanc safety technology. This cute-ute will work well in a big city or a cozy suburb. Just click here to get more details and read my full write-up. @1ChicagoCarGuy…

  • 2016 Kia K900 V6 – Drive & Review

     For 2016 Kia’s flagship K900 has a new 311HP V6 and some mild exterior updates. New driver-assistance safety features such as automatic emergency braking will help keep you out of that accidental collision. The 420HP V8 is still offered but the new V6 powers the K900 very adequately and hits fuel economy numbers that are…

  • 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid- Drive and Review

     Toyota freshened its compact SUV, the RAV4, for 2016 with some styling tweaks and also added a Hybrid version to the lineup. The RAV4 Hybrid has a quite good city-driving EPA test rating that’s significantly better than the regular gasoline engine version. This hybrid is pretty much in a class by itself and may just…

  • 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe – Drive and Review

    SUVs are hot. It seems everyone wants one, or so it appears. No doubt SUVs are versatile and can be quite comfortable. Hyundai revamped the Santa Fe a bit for 2017. We first saw it at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show in February and I recently had the chance to spend some time behind the…

  • 2016 Mazda CX-9 – Drive and Review

     Mazda’s CX-9 is all new for 2016. This 3-row, 7-seater now has a 2.5- L turbo engine with more torque and lower fuel consumption than the previous V6. It can tow 3500 lbs and zips around the highways and byways really well. And, there’s a nice selection of driver-assistance safety features available that you and…

  • 2016 Ford Focus – Drive and Review

    Hot and spicy or sweet and mild, that’s the 2016 Ford Focus. Hatchback or sedan, high fuel economy or high horsepower and even an EV version. Ford has done a nice job in offering lots of variety in just one very practical compact car. Check out my thoughts on the 2016 Ford Focus right here.…

  • 2017 Audi Q7 3.0T – Drive Report

    Audi reworked its full-size 7-passenger luxury SUV for 2017. It’s sporty, spacious and smooth. It also lost some weight and is a bit more nimble. And, the Q7 offers lots of new driver-assistance safety features that really will help you avoid an accident. You can read more about the all-new 2017 Audi Q7 right here.…

  • 2016 Chevrolet Malibu – Drive Report

    The midsize car segment offers U. S. drivers really good choices from American, Asian and European brands. Take you pick. The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu is among them. It’s been completely redone for 2016 and significantly improved compared to earlier model years. Read my drive report with just one click right here. @1ChicagoCar Guy  

  • 2016 Nissan Altima – Drive Report

    For 2016, the Altima has gotten a significant mid-cycle refreshing and now offers new driver-assistance safety technology. The 2016 Altima, Nissan’s biggest selling model, is also a candidate for the Midwest Automotive Media Association’s (MAMA) Family Vehicle of the Year award. Take a better look at this nice looking four-door right here. @1ChicagoCarGuy