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Most Reliable New Cars and SUVs Under $30,000
They all come standard with automatic emergency braking (AEB), AEB that works at highway speeds, blind spot warning (BSW), and rear cross traffic warning (RCTW). We note when they’re optional without pushing the price above $30,000. That’s why some models don’t make the list, such as the Honda Accord. Other models, like the Toyota Camry and Kia K5, have been redesigned,…
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Popular Small SUVs to Avoid and What to Buy Instead
We focus on popular models in their category (though they may not be the top sellers) and present two recommended alternatives. • A better choice: Another vehicle that sells well but has a higher Overall Score.• An “under-the-radar” alternative: A better-scoring model that doesn’t sell as well, in case you aren’t concerned with following the crowd. We note whether key…
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Most Reliable Fuel-Efficient New Midsized SUVs
That’s why our car experts compiled the list below. It features the two- and three-row midsized SUVs that scored well in Consumer Reports’ road tests, have average or better predicted reliability ratings, and get 21 mpg overall or better. These SUVs are models recommended by CR. That means they scored well in our road tests, which comprise more than 50…
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Most Reliable New Midsized SUVs You Can Buy Right Now
Consumer Reports’ surveys show which of these popular two- and three-row SUVs are smart buys for the long haul Lexus RX By Jon Linkov Midsized SUVs combine roomy interiors and plenty of cargo space in a package that’s still relatively easy to drive and park. Some models come with all-wheel drive for rough weather, and a few offer a compact…
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Most Fuel-Efficient Hybrid Cars, Minivans, and SUVs
Below, you’ll find the recommended vehicles that get the best fuel economy overall—all over 35 mpg. Some of them cost the same as—or even less than—their comparable non-hybrid versions and will start saving you money immediately. For more on fuel economy, we have a complete guide to the most fuel-efficient cars, trucks, and SUVs on the market today. We can also…
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10 Best Luxury SUVs You Can Buy Right Now
Luxury SUVs take the commanding view of the road and all-wheel drive of regular SUVs, wrap them in a stylish body, and fill the cabin with leather touchpoints, high-quality trim, and additional sound-absorbing materials. The more expensive ones may have dazzling displays, high-performance engines, huge glass roofs, and even richer leather, wood, suede, and chrome trim. But even among these…
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10 Cars, SUVs, and Trucks That Are Less Safe Than Others
One reason the Mitsubishi Mirage is on this list is that it’s extremely light. “No matter how many safety features a car has, there’s no escaping the realities of physics,” says Emily Thomas, PhD, manager of safety at CR’s Auto Test Center. “In a crash with a larger vehicle, a smaller vehicle is more likely to bear the brunt of…
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Ford and Lincoln SUVs and Trucks Recalled to Replace Engines
Vehicles Recalled • Ford Bronco SUVs manufactured between May 1, 2021, and Oct. 30, 2021. • Ford F-150 pickup trucks manufactured between May 1, 2021, and Oct. 31, 2021. • Ford Edge SUVs manufactured between May 10, 2021, and Oct. 29, 2021. • Ford Explorer SUVs manufactured between June 7, 2021, and Oct. 31, 2021. • Lincoln Nautilus SUVs manufactured between May 10, 2021, and…
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Best New Cars and SUVs Under $30,000
All come with standard automatic emergency braking (AEB). In addition, AEB that works at highway speeds, blind spot warning (BSW), and rear cross traffic warning (RCTW) are standard unless noted. If they are optional or only on specific trims, they don’t push the price above $30,000 before adding in the destination charge, taxes, and fees. That’s why a few models,…
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Used Luxury SUVs to Avoid and What to Buy Instead
A used luxury SUV can give you the comfort, technology, and safety features in an upscale package for less than the cost of a new model, and even less than some new mainstream SUVs. But be careful not to buy the wrong model or you’re likely to deal with a very unluxurylike experience: an uncomfortable ride, maddening controls, a cramped…
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