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A welcome addition to the limited field of mid-size, three-row hybrid SUVs.
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2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Specs: Breaking Down the Numbers

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Should you buy Mitsu's redesigned 4WD plug-in hybrid? A closer look at the next-gen 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

2019 Toyota 4Runner Nightshade Review

Toyota 4Runner Graham Heeps -
Toyota's popular body-on-frame 4WD SUV goes into stealth mode. We review the 2019 4Runner Nightshade with its retro-influenced styling.

2019 Jeep Cherokee Limited Review

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Weird has apparently run its course at Jeep which has redesigned the Cherokee for 2019 with a more conventional look, adding a new 2.0L turbocharged engine to the mix.

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2019 Nautilus Review: Lincoln replaces its mid-size MKX with a sharp new SUV sporting a new name, redesigned look, updated turbo engines.

2019 Cadillac XT4 Review First Drive Review

Luxury Subcompact SUV Crossover Amee Reehal -
Sure, it's a crowded segment but Cadillac's new 2019 XT4 subcompact luxury crossover is a bold contender boasting the most size & horsepower in its class.

First Drive: 2019 Subaru Forester Review

Subaru Forester Graham Heeps -
Next-gen SUV wagon with nothing to prove. The 2019 Subaru Forester gets new engine & more space to cement position as capable alternative to mainstream SUVs.

2018 Lincoln Navigator: 7 Things to Know About the Redesigned Luxury Hauler

Luxury Full-Size SUV Amee Reehal -
Twenty-years strong, Lincoln reinvents its full-size SUV into a sleek family vehicle with smooth power, exceptional handling, and a huge cabin loaded with tech.

2018 GMC Acadia Denali Review

Mid-Size SUV Chris Chase -
The 2018 Acadia Denali is GMC's mid-size crossover that's lighter & smaller than ever. But at a premium price the competition is calling.

2019 Mazda CX-3 Review: Strong Case Against Buying a Hybrid

Subcompact Crossover Kelly Taylor -
Fuel-sipping subcompact crossover makes a strong case against hybrids. But it lacks power, and that's no good.

2019 Acura RDX Review

Luxury Compact Crossover Graham Heeps -
The third-generation compact SUV heralds new direction for Japanese luxury brand. We review the range-topping Advance model, including driving impressions, interior, overall pros & cons, and more.
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