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We’ve been testing and reviewing SUVs and crossovers for over a decade – and still going strong. An independent, unbiased take by our experienced road test editors, from subcompact to full-size, budget-friendly to luxury. Search by year:

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Why the Toyota GR86 Yuzu Edition Could Be a Future Classic

Amee Reehal Amee Reehal -
Bright yellow paint, Brembos, and exclusivity. The GR86 Yuzu Edition might just be Toyota’s next cult icon.
Culture

Her Name is Lucy Panzer and She’s a Burly, Globetrotting 1984 GMC Suburban

Garry Sowerby Garry Sowerby -
From South Africa to Norway to Beverly Hills, this 1984 GMC Suburban is a true overland, world explorer. And she has a name: Lucy Panzer.
Gear

911 LoveRS: The Book for Porsche Lovers

TL Staff TL Staff -
The first comprehensive homage to the Porsche R and RS models, '911 LoveRS' by publisher Delius Klasing, delves into real life stories.

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2018 Kia Sorento Review

Chris Chase -
The 2018 Kia Sorento is a worthy challenger to the BMW X5 & Audi A7 when factoring price. We review the midsize 2018 Kia SUV ahead of its upcoming redesign.

2019 Infiniti QX50 First Drive Review

Luxury Compact Crossover Kelly Taylor -
The highly anticipated Infiniti crossover has arrived. The 2019 QX50 is completely new with a sharp redesign inside and out. But how does the breakthrough VC-Turbo engine actually perform?

2018 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premier Review: Holding onto Its Wagon Roots

Subaru Outback Chris Chase -
We review the 2018 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premier - the highest trim level before stepping up to the more powerful Outback 3.6R.

2018 Nissan Kicks First Drive Review

Subcompact Crossover Kelly Taylor -
We won't miss the odd-looking Juke. Fortunately, Nissan's subcompact crossover Kicks joins the lineup with style, an SR model, and 1.6L mill.

2019 Kia Sorento First Drive Review

Mid-Size SUV Kelly Taylor -
The mid-size SUV gains significant tweaks ahead of a full redesign. And say good-bye to the turbo.

2018 Ford EcoSport Review: Finally in North America

Subcompact Crossover Russell Purcell -
Ford's EcoSport compact SUV has been selling globally since 2003 but finally makes it to North America for 2018 entering its new second-generation.

2018 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro Review: Keeping it Real & Rugged

Toyota 4Runner Russell Purcell -
Our 2018 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro review including exclusive photos & driving impressions. Toyota's 5th-generation 4Runner redesign focuses more on adventure & TRD Pro off-road abilities without compromising those family-friendly SUV features.

2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross First Drive Review

Compact Crossovers Kelly Taylor -
The new 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross puts a renewed focus on exterior and interior design - something the Japanese automaker has been missing all these years. But can Mitsubishi's new crossover attract a new legion of fans?

2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Ti Review

Luxury Compact Crossover Graham Heeps -
With rivals like the BMW X3 and Audi Q5, the Stelvio will have to work hard to establish Alfa Romeo's beachhead in the luxury SUV segment.

First Drive: 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Review

Mitsubishi Outlander Kelly Taylor -
Read our comprehensive review of the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, including its hybrid performance, interior features, and more.
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