Mary Lowry

The 2023 Kia Niro hybrid has a combined fuel economy rating up to 53 mpg. (Kia)

2023 Kia Niro comes as hybrid, plug-in hybrid or all-electric

The subcompact SUV is remodeled, roomier, more fuel efficient, and better equipped with safety features.

The 2023 Kia Niro hybrid has a combined fuel economy rating up to 53 mpg. (Kia)
The 2023 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance has a two-motor hybrid system with AWD. (Lexus)

Luxury and sport nearly equal in new 2023 Lexus RX 500h SUV

A favorite among Lexus lovers, the premium midsize RX has been reinvented without losing itself.

The 2023 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance has a two-motor hybrid system with AWD. (Lexus)
Updates to the Volvo V60 Cross Country wagon for 2023 include front and rear bumper styling revisions. (Volvo)

2023 Volvo V60 Cross Country a showpiece of Scandinavian design

The mid-size wagon with SUV overtones has a new mild hybrid engine and Google based infotainment system.

Updates to the Volvo V60 Cross Country wagon for 2023 include front and rear bumper styling revisions. (Volvo)

2023 Toyota Sequoia is trusty even when roads are sketchy

The full-size SUV is all new this year, with heavy-duty power and the technology modern users expect.

The 2023 Honda HR-V has seating for five and a cargo-carrying capacity of 55.1 cubic feet when rear seats are folded. (Honda)

Honda HR-V small SUV is completely redesigned for 2023

Components borrowed from the current Civic help with improvements to every aspect of this crossover.

The 2023 Honda HR-V has seating for five and a cargo-carrying capacity of 55.1 cubic feet when rear seats are folded. (Honda)
Mazda’s 2023 Mazda3 hatchback offers a choice of two engines, two-wheel or all-wheel drive, and an automatic or manual six-speed transmission. (Mazda)

Mazda makes a more powerful engine standard for 2023 Mazda3

The 2.0-liter base engine has been dropped. The formerly optional 2.5-liter moves in, boosted to 191 hp.

Mazda’s 2023 Mazda3 hatchback offers a choice of two engines, two-wheel or all-wheel drive, and an automatic or manual six-speed transmission. (Mazda)
The 2021 Lexus RX 350 luxury midsize SUV is available with front-wheel or all-wheel drive. (Manufacturer photo)

Lexus RX 350 luxury SUV gains new standard features for 2021

Wireless charging and a blind spot monitoring system with rear cross traffic alert are included.

The 2021 Lexus RX 350 luxury midsize SUV is available with front-wheel or all-wheel drive. (Manufacturer photo)
An Ultraview sunroof with power sunshade is standard on the Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury and Sport models. (Cadillac)

2023 Cadillac XT5 luxury SUV has its own kind of charisma

Luxury, Premium Luxury and Sport trim levels. Engines include a turbo four-cylinder and a V6.

An Ultraview sunroof with power sunshade is standard on the Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury and Sport models. (Cadillac)
The 2023 Chevy Trailblazer has a useful 25.3 cubic feet of cargo capacity when all seats
are occupied.

2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer subcompact is big on style

There’s a selection of engine choices, front-wheel or AWD, and CVT or nine-speed automatic transmission.

The 2023 Chevy Trailblazer has a useful 25.3 cubic feet of cargo capacity when all seats
are occupied.
A restyled front end and Nissan’s new logo are among changes to the Altima for 2023. (Nissan)

Nissan expands safety and tech features for 2023 Altima

The mid-size sedan offers a choice of two engines including a turbo, and front-wheel or all-wheel drive.

A restyled front end and Nissan’s new logo are among changes to the Altima for 2023. (Nissan)
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4Matic All-Terrain has seating for five adult passengers. Two seats in the third row can accommodate little children. (Mercedes-Benz)

Mercedes-Benz E 450 All-Terrain stands out, in a good way

The best of both sedan and SUV qualities are blended together in this contemporary all-wheel-drive wagon.

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4Matic All-Terrain has seating for five adult passengers. Two seats in the third row can accommodate little children. (Mercedes-Benz)
The all-electric 2023 Genesis GV60 luxury compact crossover has seating for five. (Genesis)

Genesis joins the luxury EV market with all-new 2023 GV60

Available in two different strengths, the compact crossover has tech to the hilt and a bit of magic.

The all-electric 2023 Genesis GV60 luxury compact crossover has seating for five. (Genesis)
The 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan compact SUV has freshened exterior and interior styling. (Volkswagen)

2022 Volkswagen Tiguan has three rows and AWD, separately

The European carmaker’s popular compact SUV offers multiple choices within a straightforward lineup.

The 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan compact SUV has freshened exterior and interior styling. (Volkswagen)
The 2023 Genesis G90 premium large sedan is available in five-passenger and four-passenger configurations. (Genesis)

2023 Genesis G90 sedan exudes luxury while repelling smoke

The marque’s top model is fully redesigned this year with dramatic styling and a new engine selection.

The 2023 Genesis G90 premium large sedan is available in five-passenger and four-passenger configurations. (Genesis)
The 2022 Lexus LX 600 luxury SUV has a 409-horsepower V6 engine and 8,000-pound towing capacity. (Lexus)

2022 LX 600 full-size SUV is the newest Lexus luxury flagship

It has more power, better fuel economy and a wider selection of models than the previous titleholder.

The 2022 Lexus LX 600 luxury SUV has a 409-horsepower V6 engine and 8,000-pound towing capacity. (Lexus)
The Chevrolet Bolt EUV has seating for five and is available in LT and Premier trim levels. (Chevrolet)

Price reduction makes 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV a big bargain

The electric Bolt has outsold the limit for tax exemption, but it’s still the market’s most affordable.

The Chevrolet Bolt EUV has seating for five and is available in LT and Premier trim levels. (Chevrolet)
The 2023 Infiniti QX55 coupe-styled SUV comes with 20-inch wheels and all-wheel drive. (Infiniti)

2023 Infiniti QX55 adds more features as standard equipment

The base Luxe model is well equipped. The Essential takes it from there and goes above and beyond.

The 2023 Infiniti QX55 coupe-styled SUV comes with 20-inch wheels and all-wheel drive. (Infiniti)
The all-new Kia Sportage X-Pro model comes standard with all-terrain tires and 17-inch matte black off-road wheels. (Kia)

2023 Kia Sportage has two new models aimed at the outdoorsy

The X-Pro and X-Pro Prestige have all-terrain tires, all-wheel drive, and all kinds of ground clearance.

The all-new Kia Sportage X-Pro model comes standard with all-terrain tires and 17-inch matte black off-road wheels. (Kia)
The 2023 Defender is Land Rover’s toughest and most capable SUV. (Land Rover)

2023 Land Rover Defender comes to the rescue during wildfire

With the Bolt Creek fire raging and an evacuation looming, a little sports car just wouldn’t do.

The 2023 Defender is Land Rover’s toughest and most capable SUV. (Land Rover)
The 2022 Buick Envision is a premium compact SUV with seating for five. (Buick)

2022 Buick Envision puts emphasis on relaxing ride, slick styling

A four-cylinder turbo engine delivers 228 horsepower with energetic but not stirring acceleration.

The 2022 Buick Envision is a premium compact SUV with seating for five. (Buick)