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Three-row crossovers are consistently a big hit with buyers, and in the luxury SUV segment there is a crowded field of contenders from all the major luxury automakers — including Lincoln, Acura, Audi, Genesis and many more.

Infiniti, the luxury brand from the Nissan camp, puts up the 2023 Infiniti QX60 in this category — in essence, offering a more upscale version of its Nissan Pathfinder model.

Fresh off a 2022 redesign, there are only minor changes for 2023, and the QX60 remains a likable luxury ride that holds its own in the segment by offering a quality design both inside and outside the vehicle, plenty of standard features, as well as strong safety systems.

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  • Vehicle 2023 Infiniti QX60
  • Price as tested $64,785 (starts around $50K)
  • Best feature Versatile and roomy interior, smooth ride, safety leader
  • Rating 4 out of five stars    
  • Who will want this vehicle? Luxury car buyers seeking a solid three-row SUV from a trusted luxury brand 
Posted On Thursday, 24 August 2023 04:01 Written by
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In roughly six years, Hyundai has done the unimaginable with the lineup of its luxury Genesis brand.

Viewed at first as an upstart with little hope of competing with Lexus, Cadillac, Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Acura, Infiniti, and other longer-standing luxury vehicle lineups, the consistently high quality of Genesis’ offerings quickly has gained devotees in a category that is difficult to crack.

Genesis' move into the SUV category began with the GV80, their flagship SUV offering which was launched a few years ago and continues to shine in 2023.

I recently tested the 2023 Genesis GV80 (specifically, an all-wheel drive version with the 3.5-liter engine and 20-inch wheels), and I’m back with a full report on this SUV that is clearly a contender and far from a pretender in the luxury SUV world.

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  • Vehicle 2023 Genesis GV80 
  • Price as tested $75,520  
  • Best feature Luxurious, high-quality design, class leading tech and safety systems  
  • Rating 4.5 out of five stars    
  • Who will want this vehicle? Luxury SUV buyers seeking a modern, tech-savvy vehicle
Posted On Wednesday, 09 August 2023 23:37 Written by
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Among the best trends of recent years has been the return of some automotive categories that had been long neglected.

One such category is smaller trucks, including the unibody design on vehicles like the Hyundai Santa Cruz, which is reminiscent of vehicles of the past like the Subaru Baja.

Back for its second year in 2023, the Santa Cruz combines the abilities of SUVs and pickups in a way that few other vehicles can.

It has only one true competitor — the Ford Maverick — and a great opportunity to capture some market share in the truck market due to its sharp looks, strong drive quality and quality tech features.

Read on for a full breakdown of what the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz has to offer.

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  • Vehicle 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
  • Price as tested $41,810 
  • Best feature Unique and versatile design, powerful turbo engine, strong tech features
  • Rating 4 out of five stars   
  • Who will want this vehicle? Buyers looking for a unique, truck-SUV mix that is capable of transporting them to their next adventure
Posted On Saturday, 22 July 2023 23:00 Written by
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The importance of hybrid vehicles as we make the transition to wide public adoption of EVs can’t be denied. While some people would prefer to skip over any technology that involves gas in any way, the reality is we’re not ready for an all-EV world yet.

So to have strong eco-friendly options like hybrid vehicles with great fuel mileage that can help bridge the gap until we are ready is essential, and thankfully some automakers still realize that.

One such automaker is Hyundai, which offers a hybrid version of its compact SUV — the Tucson (as well as several other vehicles in its lineup).

I recently spent some time testing the 2023 Hyundai Tucson hybrid, which sits just below the Santa Fe in terms of size in Hyundai’s lineup, and battles hybrid offerings from competitors including Toyota, Honda, Ford and corporate cousin Kia.

Read on for a full report on how it measures up vs. other hybrid SUVs.

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  • Vehicle 2023 Hyundai Tucson hybrid
  • Price as tested $40,455
  • Best feature Strong fuel mileage, smooth and quiet ride   
  • Rating 4.5 out of five stars   
  • Who will want this vehicle? Compact SUV buyers seeking to limit trips to the gas station, strong tech setup, impressive drive quality    
Posted On Thursday, 20 July 2023 02:07 Written by
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As automotive brands make their transitions into offering exclusively EVs, a transition that will take many years, the role of plug-in hybrids will continue to be important for many automakers.

Volvo’s current plug-in hybrid offerings include the 2023 XC60 Recharge, a mid-size SUV that delivers in design, performance and safety, and competes well against other plug-in hybrid offerings from brands such as Lincoln, Lexus and Porsche.

This Swedish beauty may have an argument for best in class, and offers both increased power and increased range for 2023.

Read on for a full breakdown of what the XC60 Recharge has to offer to buyers looking for a ride that is both green and enjoyable.

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  • Vehicle 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge
  • Price as tested $74,690 
  • Best feature Sharp Scandinavian style, excellent Google-based tech setup, plenty of horsepower  
  • Rating 4 out of five stars   
  • Who will want this vehicle? Buyers seeking a strong green luxury vehicle but who don’t want a full EV are the ideal targets for a plug-in hybrid like the XC60 Recharge
Posted On Wednesday, 12 July 2023 22:14 Written by
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