Mary Lowry

The face of Kia’s mid-size Telluride SUV is slightly restyled for 2023. (Kia)

2023 Kia Telluride is upscale, luxurious, and a bargain

Updates for the three-row mid-size SUV include the addition of X-Line and X-Pro models to the lineup.

The face of Kia’s mid-size Telluride SUV is slightly restyled for 2023. (Kia)
The 2023 Toyota Venza lineup includes a new Nightshade model, based on the Venza XLE trim level. (Toyota)

2023 Toyota Venza adds Nightshade model with blackout exterior

A darkened grille, wheels, door handles and accents give the new trim level a distinctive look.

The 2023 Toyota Venza lineup includes a new Nightshade model, based on the Venza XLE trim level. (Toyota)
The 2023 Mazda CX-5 travels at freeway speeds without generating loud road noise inside the cabin. (Mazda)

2023 Mazda CX-5 knows how to act on curvy roads, racy highways

There are two engine choices including a turbo, but this small SUV’s handling is the main thing.

The 2023 Mazda CX-5 travels at freeway speeds without generating loud road noise inside the cabin. (Mazda)
The 2023 Honda CR-V has roomy seating for five and 39.3 cubic feet of cargo space. (Honda)

All-new 2023 Honda CR-V lineup merges gas and hybrid models

Change from separate entities encourages hybrid sales, part of the company’s ‘electrification strategy.’

The 2023 Honda CR-V has roomy seating for five and 39.3 cubic feet of cargo space. (Honda)
The five-passenger 2023 Acura Integra includes a cargo area with 24.3 cubic feet of room. (Acura)

2023 Acura Integra hatchback revives a time-honored name

With roots in the 1980s, the luxury compact returns with style, fun and a manual transmission option.

The five-passenger 2023 Acura Integra includes a cargo area with 24.3 cubic feet of room. (Acura)
An exclusive grille design distinguishes the Denali Ultimate trim from other 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 models. (GMC)

2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate is brawny but civil

Updates for the brand’s full-size pickup this year include new wheels, new colors and a new trim.

An exclusive grille design distinguishes the Denali Ultimate trim from other 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 models. (GMC)
The 2023 Cadillac XT4 five-passenger compact luxury SUV is available in three different trim levels.

2023 Cadillac XT4 is handsome, roomy and agreeable on the road

The compact luxury SUV has two new paint colors and adds some driver assistance features as standard.

The 2023 Cadillac XT4 five-passenger compact luxury SUV is available in three different trim levels.
The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek has a unique black V-shaped grille with mesh styling and silver inserts. (Nissan)

2023 Nissan Pathfinder’s new Rock Creek boosts AWD ability

Raised suspension, power boost, unique looks and all-terrain tires are among the rugged model’s features.

The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek has a unique black V-shaped grille with mesh styling and silver inserts. (Nissan)
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)