Thursday, February 27, 2025

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Starts At $31,140

The new 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander, the brand's flagship SUV powered by a 181 horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) with eight-speed sport mode, gets a mid-cycle refresh that includes updated front grille and bumper, revised taillights, a more precise retuned power steering system, recalibrated springs, shock absorbers, and stabilizer bars. Every 2025 Outlander includes as standard: three rows of seating for up to seven passengers, full LED lighting inside and out, frameless auto-dimming mirror, 12.3" navigation screen with HD Traffic Information, YAMAHA® audio with wireless Apple® CarPlay and Android AutoTM2, USB-C power ports, multi-zone automatic climate control, and a full suite of driver-alert and safety features. On S-AWC models, heated front seats are offered as standard equipment. The entry-level front-wheel-drive ES model starts at $31,140 (including $1,495 destination/handling charge) to the top-of-the-line SEL Platinum Edition with Mitsubishi Motors' signature Super All-Wheel Control all-wheel-drive system with an MSRP of $44,640. 

All-New Audi A5 Starts At $48,995 Before end of the 2nd Quarter

The all-new Audi A5, 2.6 inches longer compared to the A4, is powered the standard 268 horsepower 2.0L TFSI® 4-cylinder engine or the 362 horsepower 3.0L TFSI® V6 engine, both mated to a 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission delivering power to a quattro® all-wheel-drive system. There are eight customizable digital LED daytime running light signatures available on A5 Prestige, S5 Premium Plus and Prestige trim levels, and new customizable second-generation digital OLED taillights available on A5 and S5 Prestige models. There's an 11.9-inch Audi virtual cockpit and 14.5-inch MMI center touch display, with the Digital Stage able to be with the optional 10.9-inch MMI front-passenger display integrated into the dashboard design. The all-new 2025 Audi A5 and S5 will arrive in U.S. dealerships before the second quarter of 2025, with MSRP pricing from $48,995 (including $1,295 for destination and delivery).

Saturday, February 15, 2025

2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI Starts At $33,670, Golf R At $48,325

The refreshed 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI is powered by a 241 horsepower 2.0-liter TSI® turbocharged and direct-injection engine paired with either a 6-speed manual or 7-speed DSG® transmission starts at $33,670 (including $1,225 destination charge) for the S trim. The Golf R (pictured above), with a 13-horsepower increase, now has 328 horsepower, comes with the 7-speed DSG® dual-clutch automatic transmission and starts at $48,325. The interior gets a new Carbon Gray décor and a freestanding 12.9-inch touchscreen. An optional Euro Style Package is available for both trims. Standard and available features are improved across all trim levels, including standard navigation, Dynamic Road Sign Display, wired- and wireless App-Connect on the base S trim. IQ.DRIVE® driver assistance technology remains standard across the line up.   

2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Starts At $46,200

The all-new 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport, powered by a 285 horsepower 24-valve DOHC 3.5-liter V6 engine mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission, has a 2.55 inch longer wheelbase at 113.6 inches and a 1.3 inch wider track than the previous model. The Passport will have the second generation of the Honda torque vectoring i-VTM4™ all-wheel drive system with rear drive unit that can handle 40% more torque and provides 30% faster response and up to 70% of the engine's torque can be sent to the rear axle, and 100% of that torque can be distributed to either the left or right rear wheel. Every 2026 Passport can be customized with a choice of seven post-production option packages that include an Adventure Package, a Pet Package, and a new HPD Package. The new TrailWatch™ camera system, which is standard, uses front, rear, side and 360 degree cameras along with tire placement graphics to help drivers navigate obstacles outside their natural line of sight by slope or proximity, such as blind crests, deep ruts and the trail's edge. The 2026 Passport starts with the exceptionally well-equipped RTL trim, carrying a starting MSRP of $46,200 (including $1,450 Destination Charge).

Volvo EX30 Cross Country Coming Later This Year

The new Volvo EX30 Cross Country fully electric SUV comes with all-wheel drive and is higher off the ground compared with the standard EX30 with bigger wheels and the option of an 18-inch all-terrain accessory tire. The Volvo EX30 Cross Country can be charged from 10-80 percent in as little as 26 minutes and like every new Volvo car, the EX30 Cross Country has Google built-in. The new Volvo EX30 Cross Country will be available in the US later this year.

Thursday, February 6, 2025

2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid Starts At $34,995 This Spring

The 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid is the first model in the Subaru lineup to be powered by a next-generation Subaru series-parallel hybrid powertrain that integrates a 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine and electric motors with Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and Lineartronic® Continuously Variable Transmission to deliver 194 total system horsepower with up to 581 miles of range on a single tank of fuel for an EPA-estimated rating of 35 mpg city, 34 mpg highway, 35 mpg combined. The 2025 Forester Hybrid will arrive at retailers nationwide in Spring 2025, starting at $34,995 MSRP.

2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness Coming This Fall

The new 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness, powered by a revised 180 horsepower 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine mated to a revised Lineartronic® Continuously Variable Transmission, features 9.3 inches of ground clearance (an inch higher than its predecessor) and EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology, a tablet-style 11.6-inch Subaru Multimedia system with integrated center information display, and an available 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster with navigation and Apple Maps integration. The 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness will arrive at retailers nationwide in Fall 2025.

2025 Jeep® Wagoneer S Limited Starts At $66,995

The new 2025 Jeep® Wagoneer S Limited, joining the Launch Edition, produces 600 horsepower battery-electric vehicle with a range of more than 300 miles on a single charge and is paired with the Jeep brand-exclusive Selec-Terrain traction management system. The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S is now available to order online and in Jeep dealerships throughout North America, with a starting U.S. MSRP of $66,995 (including $1,795 destination). The 2025 Wagoneer S qualifies for Inflation Reduction Act lease EV credits ($7,500 for retail and lease purchases).

2025 Lexus LX 700h Starts At $106,850 Soon

The 2025 Lexus LX 700h with two or three-rows, offered in Premium, F SPORT Handling, Luxury, Ultra Luxury, powered by a  twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V6 engine paired with a 10-speed Direct Shift Automatic Transmission (same as the LX 600). The hybrid system produces 457 horsepower, 583 lb.-ft of torque, and an improved EPA-estimated combined fuel economy rating of 20 MPG. The starting MSRP of $106,850 (includes Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee). Ready for the adventure ahead, both the LX 600 and LX 700h can tow up to 8,000 pounds. The Overtrail grade is available on the LX 700h and can be equipped as a two or three-row configuration. The LX 600 is powered 409 horsepower 3.4-liter V6 twin-turbo gasoline engine. There's a standard 12.3-inch high-definition upper touchscreen with added LX-exclusive 7-inch lower touchscreen. The 7-inch lower touchscreen displays the climate control screen and MTS. It also features vehicle information including: differential lock status, mode selection when using Drive Mode Select, Downhill Assist Control, Crawl Control, and vehicle height control. The 2025 LX lineup is expected to arrive at dealerships in early 2025.

Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE 4-Door Coupe

The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE 4-Door Coupe, from Affalterbach, is powered by the Handcrafted 630 horsepower AMG 4.0L V8 biturbo engine combined with a 201 horsepower rear axle electric motor that generates a combined system output of 831 horsepower for acceleration from a standstill to 60 mph in 2.8 seconds to an electronically limited top speed of 197 mph. The drive power from the combustion engine and electric motor is transferred to the front wheels as required from the variable AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive by means of the driveshaft and axles of the front wheels. It also enables all-electric driving with all-wheel drive. The AMG DYNAMIC SELECT drive programs, "Electric," "Comfort," "Battery Hold," "Sport," "Sport+," "RACE," "Slippery" and "Individual," are precisely tailored to the new drive technology. External charging takes place via the 3.7 kW on-board AC charger, at a charging station, wallbox or household socket. The battery is designed for fast power delivery rather than longest possible range.

2025 Volkswagen ID.4 82 kWh Models Start at $46,520

The 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 82 kWh models, produced at the Chattanooga factory, start at $46,520 (including $1,425 destination) for the rear-wheel-drive Pro and $50,420 for the AWD Pro. The rear-wheel-drive Pro S starts at $51,620 and the AWD Pro S carries a sticker price of $55,520. The Pro S Plus is only available with all-wheel drive at a starting MSRP of $58,720. Models with the 62 kWh battery will have later availability, and all models will receive additional content starting midyear. Details and pricing on both will come at a later date. Driver assistance features include standard IQ.DRIVE®; plus Park Distance Control; Park Assist (Parking Steering Assistant); Dynamic Road Sign Display; and Light Assist (High Beam Control for headlights).