Tag: SUV

Hyundai Palisade makes no wrong turns

Available in six trim levels, the 2020 Hyundai Palisade is powered by a 3.8-litre V6 engine that’s good for some 290 horsepower. It’s mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission only, and you can get the Palisade with either front or all-wheel-drive

Reading Time: 4 minutes The 2020 version does exactly what it’s supposed to do. It’s comfortable, roomy, powerful, easy to drive and pleasant to look at

Mercedes GLS 450 is big, bold and pricey

The Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 is a full-size SUV with power, luxury and performance. It weighs 2,480 kg, is 5.2 metres long and has a 3.135-metre wheelbase. Power is provided by a twin-turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine that displaces 3.0 litres and develops some 362 horsepower. It’s mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission and comes with Mercedes’ 4Matic all-wheel drive

Reading Time: 4 minutes The 2020 version of this SUV has plenty of prestige and presence, but it’s not perfect

Honda’s 2020 CR-V maintains strong tradition

Available in five trim levels, with front- or all-wheel drive, the 2020 Honda CR-V is powered by a 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine mated to a continuously variable transmission (CVT). While the engine is an absolute marvel of engineering, the transmission is the car’s biggest drawback. This is a state-of-the-art compact sport utility vehicle, at the head of the class in every department, except for its transmission

Reading Time: 4 minutes It’s a state-of-the-art compact sport utility vehicle that stands at the head of the class in almost every department. You just need to overlook the transmission

Power plant sets Mazda CX-5 apart from competition

The powertrain in the 2019 Mazda CX-5 is spirited, well-behaved and thrifty. It has all kinds of punch and reserve power, and is a nice match for this compact utility vehicle.

Reading Time: 4 minutes No one wants surprises in this market. The practical, well-thought-out model will win the race every time. This fits the bill

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