Model tested: 2022 Kia Carnival SX Engine: 3.5-liter direct injection V6 Transmission: 8-speed automatic Horsepower: 290 Torque: 262 lb.-ft. EPA rating: 19/city, 26/highway, 22/combined Base price: $41,100 As tested: $42,770 Overview: Is it an SUV or a minivan? The makeover of the Kia … read more
Model Tested: 2021 Toyota 4Runner 4×4 Trail Premium Engine: 4.0-liter V-6, 270 horsepower, 278 lb-ft torque Transmission: 5-speed automatic, part-time four-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 16-mpg city, 19-mpg highway, 17-mpg combined Base Price: $40,190 As Tested: $43,871 Performance: Very proficient off-road Lots of drive mode … read more
The 2021 Toyota Venza is a new mid-size crossover hybrid SUV that’s big on interior space and comfort. It has standard AWD and an excellent safety suite. … read more
Model Tested: 2021 Lexus RX 350L AWD Luxury Engine: 3.5-liter V-8 290 horsepower, 263 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 18-mpg city, 25-mpg highway, 21-mpg combined Base Price: $55,300 As Tested: $63,525 Performance: Smooth V-6 engine Good acceleration Good fuel economy—we matched … read more
Model Tested: 2021 Lexus LX 570 5-Door SUV Engine: 5.7-liter V-8, 383 horsepower, 403 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, four-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 12-mpg city, 16-mpg highway, 14-mpg combined Base Price: $91,580 As Tested: $106,845 Performance: Lots of high-tech off-road, bad weather technology Very rugged, … read more
Model Tested: 2021 Mercedes AMG GLA35 4Matic Engine: 2.0-liter I-4, 302 horsepower, 295 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 23-mpg city, 29-mpg highway, 25-mpg combined Base Price: $47,550 As Tested: $53,630 Performance: High performance brakes Strong turbocharged engine Eighty horsepower boost over base … read more
Model Tested: 2021 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD Engine: 2.5-liter I-4, 227 horsepower, 310 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 20-mpg city, 26-mpg highway, 23-mpg combined Base Price: $46,605 As Tested: $48,200 Performance: Strong, smooth turbocharged engine Excellent fuel economy—our best was 27.5-mpg highway … read more
