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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:

2023 Lexus RX First Drive Review 

Luxury Mid-Size SUV & Crossover Lee Bailie -
The Lexus RX is the OG of mid-size luxury SUVs, first hitting the market back in 1998. For 2023, the premium hauler gains a full redesign while adding the first-ever 500h F Sport Performance & RX-first PHEV to the mix.

Throwback: 2012 VW Tiguan Gained a Major Facelift

Compact Crossovers TL Staff -
Refreshed both inside and out, here's a closer look at the sleeker and more sophisticated 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan compact crossover SUV.

2022 BMW iX xDrive50 Review

BMW EV & Hybrid Graham Heeps -
Radical luxury SUV is exclusive, electric and excellent. We review the mid-range 2022 iX xDrive50: prices, power, EV range, interior & more.

2022 Toyota Corolla Cross Review

Compact Crossovers Doug Firby -
We put Toyota's new Corolla Cross compact SUV in the range-topping XLE AWD flavour to the test.

2021 Audi Q5 Vs. 2021 BMW X3

Luxury Compact Crossover TL Staff -
A pair of small, luxury crossovers with plenty to offer. So, what exactly sets these popular German haulers apart? A closer look at the Q5 and X3.

2022 Hyundai Kona N First Drive Review: Carving Its Own Niche

Hyundai Kona William Clavey -
Hyundai’s tiny little crossover gets the proper N treatment with a 276-hp turbo. Here's a look at the Kona N's performance and handling.

First Drive: 2021 Ford Escape PHEV Review

Ford Escape Graham Heeps -
New hybrid-powered Escape brings plug-in hybrid fuel efficiency and practicality to booming compact SUV segment.

2021 Ford Bronco Wildtrak 2-Door Review: The People’s Off-Roader

Ford Bronco Amee Reehal -
Review of the off-road oriented 2021 Ford Bronco Wildtrak 2-Door with the standard Sasquatch package. Is this (finally) the Jeep Wrangler's new foe?

First Drive: 2021 Ford Bronco 4-Door Review

Ford Bronco Benjamin Yong -
The 4-door Bronco variant is built for off-road adventures, high speed driving, infused with F-series toughness. Oh, and a sweet soft-top as standard.

2021 Kia Sorento SX Review

Mid-Size SUV Benjamin Yong -
Redesigned inside and out, Kia's mid-size SUV pays homage to its original, burly roots.
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