Model Tested: 2022 Lexus RX 450h F Sport Engine: 3.5-liter V-6 and three electric motors, 308 horsepower and 247 lb.-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic transmission, all-wheel drive EPA Rating: 31-mpg city, 28-mpg highway, 30-mpg combined Base Price: $53,820 As Tested: $62,450 Performance: Strong … read more

Model Tested: 2021 Mercedes AMG GLB35 4Matic Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4, 302 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic transmission EPA Rating: 21-mpg city, 26-mpg highway, 23-mpg combined Base Price: $49,500 As Tested: $60,135 Performance: Strong performance from a turbocharged four-cylinder Feels … read more

Model Tested: 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E GT AWD Engine: Twin electric motors, 480 horsepower and 634 lb.-ft torque Transmission: Single E-speed automatic transmission EPA Rating: 90-mpge city, 77-mpge highway, 84-mpge combined Base Price: $59,900 As Tested: $63,285 Performance: Surprisingly quick Mid-three second … read more

Model Tested: 2022 Ford Maverick XLT FWD Engine: 2.0-liter Ecoboost I-4, 250 horsepower and 277 lb.-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic EPA Rating: 23-mpg city, 30-mpg highway, 26-mpg combined Base Price: $22,280 As Tested: $28,540 Performance: Peppy Ecoboost 2.0-liter engine Strong, smooth engine Excellent … read more

Model Tested: 2022 Lexus GX460 5-DR SUV Blackline Edition Engine: 4.6-liter V-8, 301 horsepower and 329 lb.-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 15-mpg city, 19-mpg highway, 16-mpg combined Base Price: $55,425 As Tested: $61,960 Performance: Strong V-8 engine Smooth automatic transmission … read more

Model Tested: 2022 Honda CR-V Hybrid Touring Engine: 2.0-liter I-4, 212 horsepower and 232 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic, all-wheel drive EPA Rating: 40-mpg city, 35-mpg highway, 38-mpg combined Base Price: $37,400 As Tested: $38,625 Performance: Hybrid provides extra off-the-line acceleration Electric-only for … read more

Model Tested: 2022 Toyota RAV4 TRD Off Road Engine: 2.5-liter I-4, 203 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 25-mpg city, 32-mpg highway, 28-mpg combined Base Price: $36,455 As Tested: $40,460 Performance: Agile, capable off-road features Good fuel economy—our … read more