Category: SUVs

  • 2018 Jeep Wrangler – First Drive

    For 2018 the Jeep Wrangler is all-new with much improved road manners and even better off-road capabilities. There’s a 285-HP V6 and a 270-HP mild-hybrid 2.0-L 4-cylinder. A Diesel is coming in 2019. Transmission choices are a six-speed manual and an 8-speed automatic. I drove the new Wrangler on the road and off-road in the…

  • 2018 Volvo XC60 – Drive Review

    Redesigned for 2018. One of three finalists in the running to be named North American Utility Vehicle of the Year. Luxury, comfort, beauty and performance all can be found in the 2018 Volvo XC60. Volvo says the new XC60 is one of the safest cars ever made. Prices start at $41,500. Read more right here.…

  • 2018 Chevrolet Traverse – Drive Report

    The three-row 2018 Chevrolet Traverse midsize SUV is all-new with more room, more power and less weight. The Traverse can seat up to eight with more rear passenger legroom that makes for a comfortable drive. Prices start at $29,980 and go up to $52,100 plus the $945 destination charge. Plenty of cargo room combined with the…

  • 2017 Land Rover Discovery Td6 – Drive Review

    The fifth generation Land Rover Discovery combines a radical new exterior design with a highly versatile interior that’s capable of seating up to seven. It’s a go anywhere, extremely capable on- and off-road SUV. Gas or Diesel power gives you the choice of brawn or economy. Lots of engine torque makes for good trailer towing.…

  • 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan – Drive Report

    Volkswagen has an all-new, longer and roomier, seven-passenger Tiguan for 2018. VW says it’s the new king of the concrete jungle, and it just may be. Prices start at $25,345 and you can get front-drive or all-wheel drive in each of the four trim levels. Its turbo 4-cylinder puts out 184HP and there’s an 8-speed…

  • 2017 Jeep Compass – Drive Review

    All-new for 2017, the Jeep Compass has been nicely refined over the previous generation.  And yet, it’s very much a Jeep with outstanding off-road creds. For on-road use, and that’s all some drivers do, it comes in front-wheel drive. If you venture into the hills or get lots of snow in your neighborhood, a 4X4…

  • 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk – First Drive

    The 707-horsepower new for 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk is something to behold both on the road and on the track. Here’s a few tidbits: 0-60 miles per hour in 3.5 seconds quarter mile in 11.6 seconds at 116 mph top speed of 180 mph 60-0 mph braking distance in 114 feet .88 g capability…

  • 2017 Lexus LX570 – Drive Report

    The very large and very luxurious Lexus LX 570 can be a bit big for negotiating crowded city streets. But with seating for eight and 7000 lbs. of trailer pulling power the 2017 LX 570 is great for touring the wide open spaces. Just hook up your favorite Airstream and hit the open highway. Its…

  • 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. Prices start at $25,345 and you can get front-drive or all-wheel drive in each of…

  • 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 a pretty-near-perfect urban transporter. In addition to the low fuel consumption it has a compact…