Category: off-road vehicles
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2021 Jeep Gladiator – Drive Review
New on the 2021 Jeep Gladiator is the availability of a 260-hp 3.0-L EcoDiesel V6 with a 442 lb.ft. torque rating. EPA fuel economy ratings are 24 combined mpg with 22 city mpg and 28 highway mpg. The V6 EcoDiesel in the Jeep might just be the way to go for low fuel consumption combined…
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2021 Land Rover Defender – Drive Review
For 2021 this British legend Land Rover Defender 110 is joined by the short wheelbase Defender 90. The three-door 90 seats five or six with an available front center seat. The five-door 110 has the option of five, six or 5+2 seating. Two engines are available. The turbocharged four-cylinder P300 engine and the six-cylinder P400…
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2020 Land Rover Defender 110 – First Drive
A favorite of adventurers, the Land Rover Defender first appeared in 1983, was sold in the U.S. from 1993 to 1997, and now has returned to the scene with an all-new architecture and more capabilities than ever. Six different trims. Two engines. A 4-door “110” on sale now. A 2-door “90” coming in 2021. The…
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2021 Ram 1500 TRX – Drive Review
The Ram 1500 TRX has raised the bar for extreme performance pickups. The TRX with its 702-hp Hemi V8 is designed with extreme capabilities and features a unique suspension designed for high-speed off-road driving as well as wheels and tires also designed to get the job done. TRX is the quickest, fastest and most powerful…
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2021 Subaru Outback – Drive Review
The Subaru Outback was all-new for 2020 and has received a few upgrades for 2021. The station wagon-like all-wheel drive Outback is very utilitarian for urban or suburban living and is also designed for off-road driving with impressive trail capability. Four trims levels each with two engine choices provide something for everyone. Read more here.…
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2020 Jeep Compass – Drive Report
The 2020 Jeep Compass has been updated with new colors and added equipment Compass pricing starts at $22,280. With the four models Jeep offers a broad selection of options that allow for personalization for every customer to equip his or her Compass exactly as they want for urban or suburban living or true outdoors adventure…
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2020 Ford Ranger – Drive Review
There’s no vehicle more American than the Ford Ranger. The 2020 Ford Ranger is ranked Number One in the Cars.com’s 2020 American-Made Index. Now, three new dealer-installed Ford Performance accessory packages are available for the Ranger, adding off-road capability and style for outdoor adventures. Check it out here. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro – Drive Report
The Tacoma TRD Pro for 2020 has been given the once over by Toyota Racing Development. With a strong cachet among off-roaders I drove it in the dirt and on the road. It’s one of the best for hitting the trials. Read a bit more right here. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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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…
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2019 Ford Ranger – Drive Review
The Ford Ranger is back for 2019. Another entry in the midsize pickup market to meet the needs of those who don’t really need a full size pickup. The Ranger is offered in one wheelbase and in two body-styles, the extended cab with a 6-foot bed or a crew cab with a 5-foot bed. There’s…
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