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This Subaru SUV Still Stands Its Ground (But for How Long)

As the segment shifts around it, the question isn’t whether the SUV can still hold its ground. It’s how much longer it can defend itself.
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5 Big Changes Inside the Redesigned Hyundai Santa Fe

Hyundai Santa Fe TL Staff -
The new Hyundai Santa Fe gets major redesign updates for 2021 - both inside & out. The SUV's interior now finds more space, features, and upscale feel.

The 2020 Ford Explorer Towing Capacity & Competitor Comparison

Ford Explorer Chris Chase -
The 2020 Ford Explorer was redesigned. Aside from looks and swanky new tech, what's the towing capacity? How does it compare to competitors? Here's a breakdown.

2020 BMW X5 M First Drive Review: Pure, Unadulterated V8 Fun

Luxury Mid-Size SUV & Crossover Doug Firby -
A potent twin-turbo V8 engine paired with agile handling, here's one of the most influential and dynamic vehicles in the X5 lineup.

First Drive: 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review

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The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport isn’t as sporty as VW wants you to believe. Or is it? We review the new midsize 5-passenger SUV and break it down.

2020 VW Atlas Cross Sport Sheds A Couple Seats & Adds More Style

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A new, sportier 5-seat SUV joins the VW family in 2020. The Atlas Cross Sport release date is set, along with full US & Canada pricing, outlined here.

2020 Subaru Outback Review

Subaru Outback Graham Heeps -
While its high ride height and quirky driver-assist tech may not suit everyone, the Outback stays true to its adventure-ready DNA.

A Compact, Hardcore 4×4 Off-Roader Jeep Needs to Build

TL Staff -
Jacked up and ready to rock, this 2016 Jeep 4x4 off-roader by designer Igor Dmytrenko is built for action. Now, let's get Jeep to actually build one.

First Look: 2020 Defender 90 First Edition Arrives Early For the Impatient Off-Roaders

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Only 500 units of the 2020 Land Rover Defender 90 First Edition will be available come Summer 2020 priced at $65,100. Here's a closer look & full gallery.

Audi’s 600-HP RS Q8 Makes Its Nürburgring Statement

Luxury Mid-Size SUV & Crossover Amee Reehal -
Benefits and cargo of an SUV with the styling and performance of an Audi RS coupe, the 600-hp 2020 RS Q5 is the first RS-SUV to arrive to America.

2020 Hyundai Palisade Vs Kia Telluride: Same Platform, Different Personalities

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Two midsize SUVs built from the same blueprint, but tuned for slightly different tastes.
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