Volvo EX90 EV On Its Way From South Carolina

The fully electric seven-seater Volvo EX90 SUV, with an expected range of 372 miles and $80,000 price, is being shipped to retailers in the United States and Europe right now. The EX90 is equipped with a lidar, and an in-car AI computer built on the NVIDIA DRIVE® platform plus the Snapdragon® Cockpit Platform from Qualcomm and in-house developed software to run the key functions inside the car, from safety and infotainment to battery management. Production of the EX90 started earlier this year at the Volvo manufacturing plant in Ridgeville, South Carolina. 

2025 Nissan Frontier Starts At $33,560

The 2025 Nissan Frontier, powered by a direct-injected 310 horsepower 3.8-liter V6 engine mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission with Idle Stop/Start standard on all grades, has a starting price of $33,560 (including $1,510 destination and handling). All 2025 Frontier grades have a new front fascia, grille and bumper design, and add a telescopic steering wheel. The long-wheelbase, 6-foot-bed configuration is now offered on more truck configurations, expanding to PRO-4X and SL grades. Towing ratings increase by about 500 pounds across the board, to a maximum of 7,160 pounds. Other changes this year include a larger, 12.3-inch touchscreen on SV grades and higher. Standard features include Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Parking Sensors, High Beam Assist and Intelligent Cruise Control. Additionally, the 2025 Frontier is covered by the convenience of the Nissan Maintenance Care program3, which includes three pre-paid oil changes for up to two years or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first.

2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Coming With More Range This Fall

The refreshed 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5, with increased battery capacity, driving range, new center console with physical heated front seat controls, has restyled front and rear bumpers, redesigned HVAC controls, and comes equipped with the Tesla North American Charging Standard (NACS) port without using an adapter, doubling the size of the DC fast-charging network available to new IONIQ 5 customers. The factory-built 2025 IONIQ 5 XRT brings additional off-road capability. The RWD SE. SEL and Limited range is now 310+ miles plus (up from 303) and the AWD drive trims have a range of 250+ to 280+ miles depending on trim / wheel & tire size (up from 220). Models produced at HMGMA are expected to be eligible for a $3,750 U.S. tax credit at start of sale. In the future, Hyundai anticipates the U.S.-built 2025 IONIQ 5 models to qualify for additional federal tax incentives. Leases continue to qualify for the $7,500 credit that Hyundai fully passes onto consumers with more attractive lease offers. Upgraded 2025 IONIQ 5 models, including the new XRT, arrive at Hyundai dealerships this Fall. 

Test Drive: 2024 Toyota Sienna XSE Hybrid Minivan

The 2024 Toyota Sienna, now in its fourth-generation and third year as an all-hybrid model delivers 245 total system horsepower from a 189 horsepower 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder16-valve Dual Overhead engine and a 134 kW (180 horsepower) electric motor.

Richard Saxton reviews the Toyota Sienna XSE 7 Passenger hybrid minivan on a 375 mile city/highway test drive around Vancouver and to the Whistler/Blackcomb ski resort.

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2025 Audi Q5 Coming In Early 2025

The all-new third generation 2025 Audi Q5 SUV U.S. specification models will be powered by a 268 horsepower 2.0L TFSI 4 cylinder engine with quattro® All-Wheel Drive mated to a 7-Speed S tronic Dual-Clutch Transmission, and the SQ5 by a 362 horsepower 3.0L TFSI 6 cylinder engine. In the future, models with plug-in hybrid technology will expand the model family. The Q5 and SQ5 will have up to eight available customizable light signatures. Three versions are available: basic, advanced exterior and S line exterior. The Audi MMI panoramic display has a curved design and OLED technology and houses the 11.9-inch Audi virtual cockpit and the 14.5-inch MMI touch display. The new Audi Q5 SUV and Audi SQ5 SUV will be launched in Germany and numerous other European countries in the first quarter 2025. Audi has been manufacturing the Q5 models in Mexico for eight years and full details will be available closer to the U.S. on-sale date in early 2025. 

2025 Hyundai Elantra Starts At $23,025

The 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE, powered by a 147 horsepower 2.0L 4-cylinder engine paired with an Intelligent Variable Transmission, starts at $23,025 (including $1,150 delivery charge) while the Hybrid Blue, with an EPA estimated up to 54 MPG combined, now starts at $26,250. The new SEL Sport trim is available with ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) for $24,150 or hybrid at $28,225. For 2025, Elantra has SEL Sport and SEL Convenience trims and the SEL Convenience package is now offered as a standalone model. Turbo engine options include 201 horsepower 1.6 Turbo GDI DOHC 16-valve CVVD Inline 4-cylinder engine and a 276 horsepower 2.0L turbocharged direct injected “Flat Power” 4-cylinder engine.

MINI Countryman SE ALL4 Starts At $46,195 Soon

 

The new, all-electric MINI Countryman SE ALL4 has two electric motors for a total output of 308 horsepower, partially automated Level 2 driving and an electric range of up to 212 miles. Owners can expect to charge the battery from 10 percent to 80 percent in just under 30 minutes. The MINI Countryman SE ALL4 arrives at MINI dealerships nationwide this September starting at $46,195 (including $995 destination and handling fee).

2025 Hyundai Sonata Starts At $27,800

The 2025 Hyundai Sonata, powered by a 191 horsepower 2.5L , 290 horsepower 2.5 T-GDI or an integrated 2.0L Hybrid engine mated to an 8-Speed Automatic w/ SHIFTRONIC®, starts at $27,800 (including $1,150 delivery charge) for the reintroduced entry level SE trim. New for 2025 is the reintroduction of entry-level SE trim, SEL Convenience package now a standalone trim and an added 2nd row console-mounted air vent for the Sonata N Line.   The Sonata SEL equipped with the 2.5L GDI engine starts at $28,900 while the the Sonata Hybrid starts at $32,150. The high-performance Sonata N Line with the Smartstream 2.5L Turbo GDI engine paired with a dual-clutch transmission starts at $36,400 including delivery.

2025 Ford Bronco® Sport Coming In Q1 2025

The 2025 Ford Bronco® Sport, the Bronco of small SUVs, is upgraded for 2025 with the Sasquatch™ off-road package now available for both 1.5-liter Bronco Sport Outer Banks and 2.0-liter Badlands models. All 2025 Bronco Sport models come standard with a 13.2-inch touchscreen with the SYNC(R) 4 system. The 2025 Bronco Sport Big Bend, Outer Banks, and Badlands will arrive in dealers in November. Bronco Sport Sasquatch will be available during Q1 2025. Pricing for all models will be shared nearer to their respective on-sale dates.

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e 4MATIC Plug-in Hybrid At $61,050

The new 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e 4MATIC plug-in hybrid SUV is powered by a 134 hp electric motor and 24.8 kWh battery combined with a 201 horsepower 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo engine for a combined system output of 313 horsepower delivering an EPA electric range of up to 54 miles. The standard 60-kW DC charging capacity enables a full battery charge to be achieved in as little as 30 minutes. The vehicle is now available at U.S. dealerships starting from $61,050 (including $1,150 destination and delivery charge).

2025 Nissan Sentra Starts At $22,730 Now

The 2025 Nissan Sentra, in S, SV and SR trims, is powered by a 149 horsepower 2.0-liter inline-four engine paired to an Xtronic CVT with Idle Stop Start to help save fuel when the vehicle is stopped. Nissan Safety Shield® 360, a suite of six advanced driver-assist systems including Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning, High Beam Assist, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Rear Automatic Braking is standard. A 7-inch touchscreen is included on Sentra S, with SV and SR grades upgrading to an 8-inch display. The 2025 Nissan Sentra is on sale now starting at $22,730 (including $1,140 destination and handling).

2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz Starts At $29,895 Soon

The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz, powered by a 191 horsepower 2.5L GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder engine mated to an 8-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC® transmission starts at $29,895 (including $1,395 destination) while the XRT trim with all-terrain tires, front tow hooks and improved off-road and towing ability starts at $41,395 and the top-of-the-line Limited starts at $43,895. The other engine option is a 281 horsepower 2.5L Turbo GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder engine. The 2025 Santa Cruz, designed in California and built in Alabama, arrives at Hyundai dealerships this Summer.

Volkswagen ID. Buzz Starts At $61,545

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz, the electric reincarnation of the Microbus, at 100% charge will give rear-wheel-drive models 234 miles of EPA-estimated range and 4Motion all-wheel-drive models 231 miles of EPA-estimated range. Copper, Moonlight, and Dune (seen above) are the available interior colors for the North American market. Buzz models will start with the rear-wheel-drive Pro S at $61,545 (including $1,550 destination charge) with a second-row bench seat to accommodate up to seven passengers. The rear-wheel-drive Pro S Plus with standard bench seating and available captain’s chair package with seating for six, starts at $65,045 and will have a  head-up display and a 14 speaker 700-watt harman/kardonTM sound system. The launch-only 1st Edition rear-wheel-drive starts at $67,045 and 4Motion AWD at $71,545 MSRP and they come with the Dune interior and five two-tone exteriors when they arrive later this year.

2025 Dodge Durango R/T 20th Anniversary Editions

The 2025 Dodge Durango R/T, powered by a 360 horsepower 5.7L HEMI V-8 engine, comes as a 20th Anniversary Plus option for $68,565 (including $1,595 destination charge) or 20th Anniversary Premium option starting at $72,065. The 2025 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat is powered by a 710 horsepower supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI Hellcat V-8 engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission that includes steering-wheel-mounted paddles and Auto, Sport, Track, Snow, Tow, Eco and Valet drive modes. The 2025 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat Silver Bullet, the first special-edition model of a Durango SRT Hellcat, will be available at a starting at $114,920. The 2025 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat Silver Bullet and Dodge Durango R/T 20th Anniversary models are available now for ordering at dealerships.

2025 GMC Yukon Coming At Year End

The 2025 GMC Yukon is powered by a 355 horsepower 5.3L V8 engine or an available 420 horsepower 6.2L V8 engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission or a 305 horsepower 3.0L Duramax Turbo-Diesel engine option. There's a 16.8-inch-diagonal Premium GMC Infotainment Center with a vertical interface, which allows users to customize the integration of maps, audio inputs, vehicle diagnostics and more into a diagonal screen display. There's also an available 8-inch-diagonal rear climate control touchscreen. The 2025 Yukon introduces the first-ever AT4 Ultimate trim to celebrate the fifth anniversary of GMC’s AT4 sub-brand and a towing capability of up to 8,400 lbs. Standard advanced safety features include Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, Side Bicyclist Alert and Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking. The 2025 GMC Yukon will be produced at Arlington Assembly in Texas and is expected to be available by the end of 2024.

2025 Nissan Rogue Starts At $30,620 Soon

The 2025 Nissan Rogue, powered by a 201 horsepower standard 1.5-liter Variable Compression Turbo (VC-Turbo) engine paired with an Xtronic CVT and starts at $30,620 (including $1,390 destination and handling charges). All Rogue grades include standard Nissan Safety Shield® 360Opens in a new tab.12, which includes Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning, High Beam Assist and Rear Automatic Braking. On the available Technology Package, the system also adds two additional camera angles: Front Wide View, which provides a 176-degree view, ideal for "seeing around" pillars in garages or parked cars on the street and Invisible Hood View. Newly available on Rogue SL and Platinum grades, ProPILOT Assist 2.1 allows attentive drivers to take their hands off the steering wheel in single-lane freeway operation, thanks to radar, sonar, cameras and high-definition mapping data. The 2025 Nissan Rogue will reach Nissan dealerships later this Summer. 

2025 Lincoln Navigator Goes On Sale Next Spring

The all-new 2025 Lincoln Navigator is powered by a 440 horsepower 3.5 liter V6 engine with standard four-wheel drive with a towing capacity of 8,700 pounds. New driver-assist features include Turn Signal View and Intersection Assist. Navigator owners get four years of Blue Cruise for hands-free mode that includes Lane Change Assist and I-Lane Repositioning. The Lincoln Digital Experience is run through a 48-inch panoramic display. The all-new 2025 Lincoln Navigator goes on sale next Spring.  

Acura Performance EV Concept

The Acura Performance EV Concept will be the first model engineered on an all-new Honda-developed EV Platform, and the first model produced at the new Honda EV Hub in Ohio. 

2025 BMW M5 Touring Starts At $122,675 In Q4

The new 2025 BMW M5 Touring will arrive in the US market with the M Hybrid powertrain for a maximum output of 717 horsepower integrated into the 8-speed M Steptronic transmission. The high output electric motor enables fully electric driving up to 87 mph and the 14.8 kWh HV battery delivers an estimated maximum electric range of up to 25 miles on a full charge. The global market launch of the M5 Touring will commence in the fourth quarter of 2024 with a starting price of $122,675 (including $1,175 destination and handling).

2025 Subaru Ascent Starts At $40,215

The 2025 Subaru Ascent 3-row SUV, powered by a standard 260 horsepower 2.4-liter turbocharged BOXER engine paired with a high-torque Lineartronic® CVT (continuously variable transmission) featuring an 8-speed manual mode function and steering wheel paddle shifters to give the driver added control. All trim levels come standard with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and X-MODE® with Hill Descent Control for exceptional all-weather and trail-driving capability and up to 5,000 pounds of towing capacity. The 2025 Ascent adds Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, as well as Reverse Automatic Braking along with Bronze Edition and Onyx Edition Touring trim levels. The SUBARU STARLINK 11.6-inch Multimedia Plus system is standard across the model line. The 11.6-inch center information display offers a high-definition touchscreen for multimedia, climate control, X-MODE, and vehicle configuration settings. The multimedia system also includes wireless Apple CarPlay®, wireless Android™ Auto, AM/FM/HD Radio, Bluetooth hands-free phone, text, and audio streaming connectivity, rear vision camera, and SiriusXM® and SiriusXM Travel Link® (4-month free Platinum subscription). Ascent starting price is $40,215 (including $1,420 destination & delivery).

2025 Genesis G80 Starts At $58,350

The newly redesigned 2025 Genesis G80 executive sedan is available with a 300 horsepower gasoline 2.5-liter turbo engine or a 375 horsepower gasoline 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 engine, both mated to an 8-speed Automatic Transmission. The 2025 G80 2.5T AWD has a starting MSRP of $58,350 (including $1,250 freight charge) with standard equipment that includes a 27-inch OLED integrated instrument cluster and infotainment display, 18-inch alloy wheels, front 4-piston monobloc brake calipers, power front seats with 4-way power lumbar adjustment, heated front and rear seats, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, a 12-speaker audio system, four USB Type-C ports, Wi-Fi® hotspot, and Genesis' advanced driver assistance features. The 2025 G80 2.5T Advanced AWD has a starting MSRP of $63,150, the 2025 G80 3.5T Sport Advanced AWD starts at $70,850 and the 2025 G80 3.5T Sport Prestige AWD at $78,250.

2025 Jeep® Compass Starts At $29,090 This Fall

The 2025 Jeep® Compass, in Sport, Latitude, Limited and Trailhawk trims, is powered by a 200 horsepower 2.0-liter, turbocharged engine starts at $29,090 (including $1,595 destination). Next-generation technologies offered on Compass include an available 10.25-inch frameless full-color thin-film transistor digital cluster, 10.1-inch digital infotainment touchscreen, Uconnect 5 with standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and an available wireless charging pad. Vehicles arrive at U.S. Jeep dealerships this Fall.

Polestar 3 Luxury SUV EV Starts At $73,400

The Polestar 3 Luxury SUV EV, launched in late 2022, has started production in South Carolina, for customers in the US and Europe, adding to existing production in Chengdu, China. Polestar 3 is powered by either a 489 horsepower all-wheel drive long range Dual motor (two 180 kW permanent magnetic motors) with a range up to 315 miles which starts at $73,400 or a 517 horsepower long range Dual motor with Performance pack delivering a range up to 279 miles starting at $79,400. The battery is a 400 V lithium-ion battery with a 111 kWh capacity and 17 modules. Towing capacity is up to 3,500 lbs. Polestar plans to have a line-up of five performance EVs by 2026. 

2025 Toyota Sequoia

The 2025 Toyota Sequoia three-row SUV, offered in SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794, TRD Pro and Capstone trim levels, is powered by the 437 horsepower twin-turbo V6 hybrid i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain with a motor generator within the bell housing between the twin-turbo engine and the 10-speed automatic transmission. Sequoia will be offered in 2WD or part-time 4WD on SR5 and Limited grades. Part-time 4WD is standard on 1794, Platinum, TRD Pro and Capstone grades. The part-time 4WD system relies on a transfer case, controlled via a selector on the center console. For first time will offer the 1794 grade with real American walnut wood grain interior trim, unique leather trimmed heated and ventilated massaging front seats and sleek 1794 badging. It rides on 20-inch alloy wheels, has 2nd row captain’s chairs, a panoramic roof and a tow tech package that all come standard. Sequoia offers a 9,520-pound maximum towing capacity.

2025 Toyota Tundra

The 2025 Toyota Tundra full-size pick-up truck is powered by the 389 horsepower i-FORCE twin-turbo V6 uses DOHC 24-valve cylinder heads and Dual VVTi systems or the 437 horsepower i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain that combines the twin-turbo V6 with a motor generator with a clutch located within the bell housing between the engine and 10-speed automatic transmission. The motor generator provides additional power through the transmission, while the engine start-up, EV driving, electric assist and energy regeneration are done via the hybrid components. There's a choice of SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794, TRD Pro and Capstone grades and a new TRD Rally Package with 18-inch TRD off-road wheel with unique center caps, all-terrain tires, Bilstein® shocks and skid plates. The maximum towing capacity for Tundra is 12,000 pounds and the maximum payload is 1,940 pounds and all-new for 2025 is the color Mudbath, which is only available on TRD Pro grades. New available multifunction massaging front seats, power tailgate with knee lift assist, and a Tow Tech Package includes antenna and Wi-Fi Trailer camera. The Tundra is offered in Double Cab with the choice of a 6.5-foot bed or an 8.1-foot bed and CrewMax models can have a 5.5-foot bed or 6.5-foot bed.

2025 Nissan Kicks Starts At $23,220 Now

The all-new 2025 Nissan Kicks, offered S, SV and SR trim levels with two available Premium packages, is powered by a 141 horsepower 2.0-liter inline-four engine coupled to the latest generation of Nissan's Xtronic transmission. The new Kicks is roomier front and rear, ground clearance of 8.4 inches and now offers optional Intelligent All-Wheel Drive with a "Snow" driving mode that adjusts the logic of the all-wheel-drive. Additional available features include ProPILOT Assist, a panoramic moonroof, heated front seats, Remote Engine Start, a Bose® 10-speaker audio system and a heated steering wheel. The 2025 Kicks also is covered by the Nissan Maintenance Care program, which includes three pre-paid oil changes and free multi-point inspections for drivers. It covers owners for two years or up to 24,000 miles, whichever comes first. The 2025 Kicks is on sale now starting at $23,220 (including $1,390 destination and handling).

2025 Kia K4 Starts At $23,145 Arrives In September

The all-new fourth-generation 2025 Kia K4, powered by a 147 horsepower 2.0-liter engine or an optional turbocharged 190 horsepower 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine, has a starting MSRP of $23,145 (including $1,155 destination). K4 has a digital cockpit display, 11 standard ADAS features, advanced connectivity and OTA capabilities, and available Digital Key 2.0 with Ultra Wideband, Harman Kardon premium audio, heated and ventilated front seats, and a wide sunroof. The K4 is expected to arrive in Kia retailers nationwide beginning in September. The K4 GT-Line will follow in November 2024, with the K4 GT-Line Turbo expected in showrooms in early 2025.

2025 GMC Terrain Coming Late This Year

The next-generation 2025 GMC Terrain are powered by a 175 horsepower 1.5L Turbocharged engine and up to 1,500 pounds max trailering. All-wheel-drive and an 8-speed automatic transmission are standard on Elevation at launch. New for 2025 is Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking, Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, Reverse Automatic Braking, Side Bicyclist Alert, and Blind Zone Steering Assist. The next-generation Terrain has a 15-inch-diagonal Premium GMC Infotainment System and 11-inch-diagonal driver information center with up to three applications viewed simultaneously on the 15-inch-diagonal screen. New for 2025 are up to eight available camera views, including an optional rear camera mirror. Customers can preview the Terrain now at GMC.com ahead of its expected arrival in late 2024. In 2025, GMC will launch the 2026 model year AT4 and Denali trims.

2025 Mazda CX-30 Starts At $26,415

The 2025 Mazda CX-30, powered by a 191 horsepower Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter four-cylinder naturally aspirated engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission with manual mode and sport mode and equipped with G-Vectoring Control Plus and Off-Road Traction Assist as standard, starts at $26,415 (including $1,420 for destination and handling) for the CX-30 2.5 S. New available Alexa Built-in integration offers easier hands-free commands for prompts like changing the temperature, playing your favorite streaming content, or controlling their smart home devices while in the vehicle. Aero Gray Metallic color is now offered. The CX-30 2.5 Turbo models have a 250 horsepower Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo four-cylinder engine and start at $34,360 for the CX-30 2.5 Carbon Turbo. Mazda Connected Services is provided during a one-year trial period with annual subscription fees thereafter. The CX-30 comes in 2.5 S, 2.5 S Select Sport, 2.5 S Preferred, 2.5 S Carbon Edition, 2.5 S Premium, 2.5 Carbon Turbo, 2.5 Turbo Premium, up to the 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus that starts at $38,370.

2024 Charger Daytona R/T Two-Door Starts At $61,590 Soon

The all-new 2024 Charger Daytona R/T is powered by an all-electric 400-volt all-wheel drive dual motor system for a total of 496 horsepower and will launch with standard Direct Connection Stage 1 Upgrade installed at the factory at a starting MSRP of $61,590 (including $1,995 destination). The R/T has Auto, Eco, Sport, Wet/Snow and Valet drive modes. Standard features on all 2024 Charger Daytona models include PowerShot delivering an incremental 40 horsepower for 15 seconds when activated through the steering wheel button and a punch of the throttle, one pedal driving and regenerative braking with three levels of adjustment through paddle shifters on the heated performance steering wheel, a 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 radio, featuring wireless Android Audio and Apple Car Play, Amazon Alexa capability, Performance Pages with EV Pages. The 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack two-door includes Track Package and factory-installed Direct Connection Stage 2 Upgrade resulting in a total output of 670 horsepower with a starting U.S. MSRP of $75,185. Two-door versions of Charger Daytona Scat Pack and Charger Daytona R/T will begin production in Summer 2024 and production of four-door Daytona models will begin in the first half of 2025.

2025 Acura RDX Coming Refreshed Soon

The 2025 Acura RDX, refreshed with a new "frameless" Diamond Pentagon grille, is powered by a 272 horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter VTEC® 4-cylinder paired with a sport-tuned 10-speed automatic transmission with the Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ system with true torque vectoring capable of sending up to 70% of torque to the rear axle, and 100% of that to the outside rear wheel for superior line trace. Other upgrades include a redesigned center console with increased storage, larger cupholders, easier access to the wireless smartphone charger and the standard 10.2-inch HD center display now includes a new wide-screen mode for its standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto™ compatibility.  RDX pricing currently starts at $45,700 (including $1,350 Destination & Handling). The 2025 RDX will begin arriving at Acura dealers nationwide later this month.

Nilu27, Only 15 Will Be Produced

Nilu27, the hypercar brand recently founded by sports car designer Sasha Selipanov, is powered by a Hartley 6.5-liter, 80-degree V12 engine mated to a seven-speed CIMA manual transmission and will deliver more than 1000 horsepower. The entire exhaust system was 3D-printed in Inconel. It will initially be available in an extremely limited run with production capped at 15 units. 

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is powered by a 1,064 horsepower 5.5L, twin-turbocharged DOHC flat-plane crank V8 engine (dubbed the LT7) mated to an 8-speed dual clutch (DCT) transmission. Features include a carbon fiber roof, aluminum wheel design, and optional new carbon-fiber wheel design. Corvette ZR1 will enter production in 2025 and will be built at General Motors’ Bowling Green Assembly Plant in Kentucky. It joins Corvette Stingray, Corvette Z06 and Corvette E-Ray to continue elevating the Corvette family. Further details on price and availability will be shared closer to production.

2025 Jeep® Compass

The 2025 Jeep® Compass 4x4, available in Sport, Latitude, Latitude LUX, Limited, and Trailhawk trim levels, is powered by a 200 horsepower 2.0-liter direct injection turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission with engine stop-start technology. Standard safety and security features on all trims include Drowsy Driver Detection, Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking, Active Lane Management, Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection. There's up to 2,000-lb. towing capability (when properly equipped).

2025 Honda Civic Si Starts At $31,045 Soon

The refreshed 2025 Honda Civic Si is powered by a 200-horsepower high-torque VTEC® 1.5-liter Turbo engine mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. The refreshed 2025 Honda Civic Si has new front fascia, new hex-pattern grille, revised taillights with a darker appearance, and redesigned Si-specific V-spoke 18-inch alloy wheels finished in matte black. The 2025 Honda Civic Si will go on sale in early August with a starting MSRP of $31,045 (including $1,095 destination charge). Optional high-performance summer tires that maximize grip and handling add just $300.

Cadillac SOLLEI Concept EV

The Cadillac SOLLEI all-electric, 2+2 convertible concept vehicle was developed in collaboration with MycoWorks, that uses materials grown from mycelium (the renewable root structure of mushrooms). The name comes from sun ('SOL') and leisure ('LEI'). 

2025 Honda Odyssey Starts At $43,315 Now

The 2025 Honda Odyssey, available in EX-L, Sport-L, Touring and Elite, is powered by a 280 horsepower V6 engine mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters. Every 2025 Odyssey gets a larger 9-inch color touchscreen with a faster processor for lag-free performance, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility, a wireless phone charger and more USB-C ports throughout the cabin. A new 7-inch digital instrument display is now standard, featuring an all-digital tachometer on the left and a physical speedometer on the right. Odyssey's Rear Entertainment System has been completely revamped with a larger 12.8-inch high-resolution screen. For 2025, there's a new grille, reshaped front and rear fascias, and new wheel designs. The Odyssey is on sale now with prices starting at $43,315 (including a $1,395 destination and handling charge). 

2025 INFINITI QX60 Starts At $51,550 Now

The 2025 INFINITI QX60, on sale now, is powered by a 268 horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter engine coupled to a 9-speed automatic transmission with standard paddle shifters delivering 22 mpg city, 28 mpg highway and 24 mpg combined for front-wheel drive models and 22 mpg city, 27 mpg highway and 24 mpg combined for AWD models. QX60's standard towing rating to 6,000 pounds when properly equipped. The 2025 INFINITI QX60 has a starting MSRP of $51,550 (including $1,350 destination and handling charge).

2025 Kia Sorento Starts At $33,365

The 2025 Kia Sorento midsize SUV is powered by a 191 horsepower 2.5L 4-cylinder Gasoline Direct Injection engine mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission and starts at $33,365 (including $1,375 destination). The turbo models have a 281 horsepower 2.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection engine. Features include: Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, Junction Turning, Blind Spot Collision Warning with Parallel Exit, Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist System, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Following Assist,Driver Attention Warning, including Lead Vehicle Departure Alert, Safe Exit Assist, Rear Occupant Alert with Ultrasonic sensors, Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with Lane Change Oncoming, Lane Change Side and Junction Crossing, Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with Evasive Steering Assist, Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control, Ramp with Stop and Go, and Curve Control, Highway Driving Assist Includes Automatic Lane Change and Smart Cruise Control with Machine Learning, Parking Distance warning - Forward and Reverse and Blind View Monitor.

2025 Hyundai Tucson Starts At $29,750 Now

The 2025 Hyundai Tucson compact SUV, is powered by a 187 horsepower Smartstream™ 2.5-liter I4 direct- and multi-port-injected gasoline engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC®. The Hybrid powertrain’s 178 horsepower direct-injected 1.6-liter turbocharged gasoline engine combined with a 47.7-kW electric motor delivers total hybrid system output of 231 horsepower through a six-speed automatic transmission. Plug-in hybrid models feature a high-output 1.6-liter turbocharged, direct-injected four coupled with a six-speed automatic and a more powerful 72.0-kW electric motor for a total system output up to 268 horsepower and a battery offering 13.8 kWh of lithium-ion power. The 2025 Tucson 2.5L models start at $29,750 (including a $1,395 destination charge) and are at U.S. dealerships now while 1.6L turbo hybrid and plug-in hybrid models will be available late Summer.

2025 Porsche Panamera Starts At $156,195 1st Quarter 2025

The 2025 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid is powered by a 591 horsepower 4.0-liter V8 twin-turbo engine and an 187 horsepower electric motor mated to an improved 8-speed Porsche dual clutch transmission for a total output of 771 horsepower and has a starting price of $228,495 (including $1,995 delivery, processing and handling fee). The new Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid has the Porsche Active Ride suspension coupled with a 400 V high-voltage system as standard. The Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid also includes all the driving dynamics control systems, rear-axle steering, the Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake as well as a Bose® sound system. The third generation of the Panameras have the Porsche Driver Experience cockpit, extended connectivity functions such as integration of Apple CarPlay®, video streaming on the optional Passenger Display, and the option of parking the car using a smartphone app. The Panamera GTS (Gran Turismo Sport), powered by a 493 horsepower V8 twin-turbo engine, starts at $156,195. Both models are expected to reach U.S. Porsche Centers in late Q1 2025. 

2025 Cadillac Escalade Arrives In Late 2024

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade and ESV are powered by a 420 horsepower 6.2L V-8 VVT DI engine with Dynamic Fuel Management mated to a Hydra-Matic 10-speed automatic transmission. The 2025 Escalade-V/Escalade-V ESV variants are powered by a 682 horsepower 6.2L Supercharged V8 engine. New for the 2025 Escalade are available 24-inch wheels, an available Executive Second Row package featuring stowable tray tables, 12.6-inch-diagonal personal screens, a rear command center, dual wireless phone charging pads, massaging seats and headrest speakers. The Escalade features a curved pillar-to-pillar 55-inch total diagonal display. There's available Night Vision which is standard on V-Series & Platinum trims. Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 (standard for Premium Luxury, Sport, Premium Luxury Platinum, Sport Platinum and V-Series trims) and Air Ride Adaptive Suspension isolate passengers from undesirable road surfaces. The 2025 Escalade starts production in late 2024 in North America, with availability in other regions to follow. 

2025 Mazda CX-5 Strats At $29,990 Later This Summer

The 2025 Mazda CX-5 is powered by a 187 horsepower Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with standard all-wheel drive, cylinder deactivation, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission with manual mode and sport mode and G-Vectoring Control Plus, with the vehicle continuously monitoring weight distribution and shifting power to the appropriate wheels. Every CX-5 model includes complimentary Mazda Connected Services, providing the ability to monitor and control the state of the CX-5 remotely by logging into the MyMazda app and includes in-car Wi-Fi hotspot for three-months or 2GB trial, whichever comes first. There's a 10.25" full-color center display with Mazda Connect infotainment system. A four-speaker sound system and HD radio are standard, as well as cloth seating, push button start, leather-wrapped shifter and steering wheel with mounted audio, Bluetooth, and cruise control buttons, dual front USB-C inputs up front, and reclining rear seats. The 2025 CX-5 models will retain standard all-wheel drive with a starting MSRP of $29,990 (including $1,420 for destination and handling). The CX-5 2.5 Turbo models, powered by a 256 horsepower Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo engine, start at $38,420 when the 2025 CX-5 goes on sale later this Summer.

2025 Mazda CX-50 Starts At $31,720

The 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 S models are powered by a 187 horsepower Skyactiv-G 2.5L naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine paired to a Skyactiv-Drive six-speed automatic transmission, while the CX-50 Hybrid offers over 100 miles of extra driving range compared to CX-50 2.5 S models. The CX-50 Hybrid is designed around the Toyota Hybrid System comprised of a 2.5L naturally-aspirated four-cylinder engine, hybrid EV battery, three electric motors, Electronically-controlled Continuously Variable Transmission and standard Electric AWD delivering 219 horsepower total horsepower. Standard on all 2.5 Turbo models is Mazda's 256 horsepower Skyactiv-G 2.5L turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to a Skyactiv-Drive six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode through the steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters. The CX-50 2.5 S Select model starts at $31,720 (including $1,420 for destination and handling) and the CX-50 Hybrid Preferred starts at $35,390.

2025 INFINITI QX55 Starts at $51,500

The 2025 INFINITI QX55, in Luxe, Essential and Sensory trim levels, is powered by a 268 horsepower 2.0-liter Variable Compression Turbo (VC-Turbo) engine with Intelligent All-Wheel Drive. The Luxe grade starts at $51,500 (including $1,350 destination and handling charge). The standard active safety technology includes Forward Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Rear Automatic Braking, Blind Spot Warning, Lane Departure Warning and High Beam Assist.

2025 Kia Sportage Starts At $28,565

The 2025 Kia Sportage, powered by a 187 horsepower 2.5L 4-cylinder engine, starts at $28,565 (including $1,375 destination) for the LX FWD trim level and goes up to a starting MSRP of $45,565 for the Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) AWD model. New for model year 2025, the EX trim will offer a Premium Package and the popular X-Line and X-Pro trims will add a dark themed exterior design enhancement. The EX Trim starts at $32,465 and offer a new available Premium Package, panoramic Sunroof, smart power liftgate while the X-Line and X-Pro will have standard dark themed enhancements including gloss black front and rear bumper treatment, plus side sills, gloss black alloy wheels (X-Line only) and black badging.

2025 Kia Soul Starts At $21,665

The 2025 Kia Soul, powered by a 147 horsepower 2.0L 4-cylinder Dual Overhead Cam 16-valve powertrain, starts at $21,665 (including $1,375 destination) for the LX trim. Major updates for model year 2025 are a Soulmate Special Edition, 18-inch alloy wheels, Umber interior color, two-tone roof, Harman Kardon4 premium audio, lower body cladding SynTex and cloth seating.

All-new Audi Q6 e-tron Coming In The 4th Quarter

The all-new Audi Q6 e-tron mid-size luxury SUV, has 422 horsepower (456 hp with launch control) and an entirely new battery structure operating at 800 volts delivering a preliminary manufacturer’s range estimate of more than 300 miles from its all-wheel drive front and rear electric motors. With a length of 187.8 inches, the Q6 e-tron slots between the larger Q8 e-tron and smaller Q4 e-tron. The SQ6 e-tron makes 483 horsepower (509 hp with launch control) and is expected to achieve an electric range of 276 miles on the EPA test cycle with standard equipment, based on preliminary manufacturer estimates. The Digital Stage is comprised of an 11.9-inch Audi OLED virtual cockpit in front of the driver and a 14.5-inch center touch OLED display, both integrated as one curved panoramic design. Audi Q6 e-tron and SQ6 e-tron models are expected to arrive in U.S. dealerships in Q4 2024 with additional variants to follow in 2025.

Test Drive: 2024 Lexus RX 450h+

The 2024 Lexus RX 450h+ plug-in hybrid has 304 total system horsepower from a high-capacity lithium-ion battery paired with a 180 horsepower 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder engine (shared with NX) and delivers a manufacturer-estimated combined 83 MPGe rating. The RX 450h+ has an EPA-estimated 37-mile driving range rating on electric power only. The 2024 RX 450h+ has a starting MSRP of $71,430 (including $1,350 delivery, processing and handling fee). 

Our 265 mile test drive in city streets and on highways in hybrid mode produced an impressive 40 MPG.

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2025 Kia Seltos Starts At $26,465

The 2025 Kia Seltos, powered by either a 146 horsepower a 2.0L MPI Atkinson 4-cylinder engineor a 195 horsepower 1.6L Turbo GDI 4-cylinder engine, adds Parking Distance Warning-Reverse on EX and SX trims and Smart Power Liftgate on EX AWD and SX trims as standard with a new Power Sunroof package now available on EX trims. New 17” standard two-tone alloy wheels are on the S trim . The 2025 Seltos gets an updated interior, featuring improved materials and finishes. The cargo cover is now standard on EX AWD. The Seltos S FWD starts at $26,465 (including $1,375 destination).