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Compact Crossovers

Compact SUVs are one of the fastest-growing segments, combining efficiency, tech, and versatility in one well-balanced package.

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Exploring the Lodge at Glendorn in the Trail Rated Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk

Dustin Woods -
We hit the road in a 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk en route to The Lodge at Glendorn in NW Pennsylvania - a rugged yet refined crossover companion.

First Drive: 2016 Jeep Cherokee Overland Review

Chris Chase -
Our drive impressions of the 2016 Jeep Cherokee Overland trim with extra interior finishes, a dose of luxury, and all the adventure.

First Drive: 2017 Subaru Forester Review

Subaru Forester Amee Reehal -
The 2017 Subaru Forester SUV is refreshed with updates and additions. We explore southern Alberta in the company's best-selling vehicle.

First Drive: 2017 Ford Escape Titanium Delivers Comfort and Performance

Ford Escape Amee Reehal -
A closer look & features of the refreshed 2017 Ford Escape. Including interior, technology, new EcoBoost engine, photos & more.

2016 Lexus NX 300h Review

EV and Hybrid Reviews Russell Purcell -
The compact luxury sport utility arena is a crowded one, but the 2016 Lexus NX 300h is well positioned to carve out a larger share of this popular segment for automaker.

2016 Lincoln MKC Review

Lincoln Corsair Chris Chase -
Compact, athletic, and luxurious - we review the 2016 Lincoln MKC 2.0 AWD crossover. A look at interior, pros & cons, performance & more.

First Drive: 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Review

Amee Reehal -
Toyota gives its top-selling compact RAV4 a facelift for 2016, and adds new hybrid with standard AWD. Our full review of performance & cabin.

Hyundai Reveals Tucson “Adventuremobile” for the Serious Off-Roaders

Chris Chase -
Hyundai and California tuner John Pangilinan reveal a 2016 Tucson-based concept dubbed the 'Adventuremobile' fitted with some serious off-road accessories.

2017 Porsche Macan GTS Gains More Power & Improved Performance

Porsche Macan TL Staff -
Porsche's compact crossover with the GTS badge gains even more horsepower, a reengineered chassis, reinforced brakes, and exterior accents in high-gloss black.

Here’s What Audi’s Electric E-Tron Crossover Looked Like in Concept Form in 2015

Electric & Hybrid Chris Chase -
Not content to let the Tesla Model X have the electric crossover buyer all to itself, the E-Tron Quattro concept previews a production model.
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