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• 2023 Cadillac Lyriq, Toyota Venza top this week's new car reviews

  02-07-2022 13:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  The 2023 Cadillac Lyriq electric SUV appears to be the harbinger GM's luxury brand needed to chart the right course on the dawn of its electric era. The 2023 Toyota Venza represents a more traditional approach to electrification with a standard hybrid powertrain and a rating of 39 mpg combined. Those fuel-saving options headline this week's new...
  
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• 2023 Buick Encore GX

  01-07-2022 13:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Buick Encore GX? What does it compare to? Small in stature but big on style, the 2023 Buick Encore GX is a compact crossover SUV worth shopping against the Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, and even the Volvo XC40. Is the 2023 Buick Encore GX a good car/SUV? The Encore GX splits the difference between mainstream and...
  
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• Hyundai shuffles 2023 lineup, discontinues Accent, Veloster N, Ioniq

  30-06-2022 18:29 via thecarconnection.com
  
  The small car segment lost more members on Thursday, with Hyundai announcing the end of production of the entry-level Accent compact car and the N vestige of the Veloster hatchback. The original Ioniq hybrid also ended production this year, ceding ground to a suite of electric vehicles with an Ioniq sub-brand. The three cars will not be back for a...
  
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• 2022 Toyota Tundra recalled for rear axle issue

  30-06-2022 15:28 via thecarconnection.com
  
  The redesigned 2022 Toyota Tundra pickup truck has been recalled for a rear axle housing that can separate from the shaft and increase the risk of a crash, the NHTSA disclosed on Wednesday. The recall applies to trucks with either the 3.5-liter twin-turbo V-6 or the hybrid version of that powertrain. Toyota is unsure how many vehicles are...
  
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• 2023 Chevrolet Traverse

  30-06-2022 13:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse? What does it compare to? The 2023 Chevrolet Traverse is a big—but not overwhelmingly large—three-row crossover SUV with chunky styling and a comfortable cabin. It’s a bit bigger than most rivals, including the Kia Telluride and Honda Pilot. Is the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse a good...
  
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• Apple CarPlay connectivity continues to be biggest problem for new car owners

  29-06-2022 17:15 via thecarconnection.com
  
  Dropped connections. Frustrating interfaces. Intrusive driver-assist systems. Such is the new car experience for many owners. The number of reported problems in the first 90 days of car ownership has never been higher than in the 36-year history of the J.D. Power Initial Quality Survey, the consultancy group announced Tuesday. As a whole, new car...
  
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• Nissan Pathfinder recalled for hood that can fly open

  29-06-2022 15:55 via thecarconnection.com
  
  Nissan is recalling the 2013-2016 Pathfinder SUV for a faulty latch that can cause the hood to fly open, the NHTSA disclosed Wednesday. The recall encompasses 322,671 Pathfinders. The lever on the secondary hood latch can bind and be left in the open position due to contamination and corrosion. The primary hood latch works fine, unless it is...
  
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• 2023 Honda Odyssey

  29-06-2022 13:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Honda Odyssey? What does it compare to? The 2023 Honda Odyssey minivan seats eight with more room than most three-row SUVs. It plays catch-up with the fresh Kia Carnival, and AWD and hybrid variants of the Chrysler Pacifica and Toyota Sienna. Is the 2023 Honda Odyssey a good minivan? The Honda Odyssey earns top...
  
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• Infiniti boosts price of 2023 QX55 crossover coupe nearly $3,000

  28-06-2022 17:55 via thecarconnection.com
  
  The 2023 Infiniti QX55 crossover coupe comes with a more few features for a few thousand dollars more than when it launched new in 2022. The tweener crossover costs $50,345 to start, including a $1,195 destination fee, Infiniti announced Tuesday. That's an increase of $2,820 from the initial 2022 model year. New standard features include leather...
  
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• Infiniti, Acura join other automakers in including complimentary scheduled maintenance

  28-06-2022 17:30 via thecarconnection.com
  
  Every 2023 Infiniti vehicle now comes with three years of complimentary scheduled maintenance, the automaker announced last week. Acura did the same for the 2023 Acura MDX three-row crossover, which now comes with two years or 24,000 miles of included maintenance. The premium brands join a chorus of luxury and mainstream automakers including...
  
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• 2023 Cadillac Lyriq

  28-06-2022 15:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq? What does it compare to? The 2023 Cadillac Lyriq electric SUV has rivals in the Tesla Model X and Audi E-Tron to the forthcoming Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV. Is the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq a good SUV? With a top score in efficiency and strong showings in styling, comfort and utility, and features, we give the...
  
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• 2023 Acura MDX exceeds $50,000 with $2,320 price hike

  27-06-2022 17:06 via thecarconnection.com
  
  Acura has hiked the price of the 2023 Acura MDX by $2,320 more than last year's model. The three-row crossover SUV now starts at $50,245, including a $1,195 destination fee, the automaker announced last week. Adding all-wheel drive adds another $2,200 on base and Technology package models, which is a $200 increase over last year. To offset some of...
  
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• 2023 Toyota Venza

  26-06-2022 17:55 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of car is the 2023 Toyota Venza? What does it compare to? The hybrid Venza compact crossover seats five people and is half a foot longer but no roomier than the related Toyota RAV4. The Venza rivals mid-size crossovers such as the Honda Passport and Chevy Blazer, as well as large compact crossovers such as the Kia Sportage and Volkswagen...
  
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• The last 2022 models complete this week's new car reviews

  25-06-2022 13:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  At The Car Connection, we strive to test every new powertrain development, factor in the latest safety ratings, and report on the latest price changes within a model year. Often, we test drive new cars before crash testing is concluded, and other times, automakers delay access to base models or roll out new variants such as the Bronco Raptor we...
  
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• New car prices reach record highs, again, and dealers make record profits

  24-06-2022 17:07 via thecarconnection.com
  
  The average transaction price customers have paid for a new car is expected to reach $45,844 this month, according to the latest report from J.D. Power. That's a 14.5% increase from one year ago. At the same time, the constrained supply isn't hurting dealers. Dealer margins on every new car sold is on pace to hit $5,123 profit per unit, the same...
  
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• 2023 Honda HR-V vs. 2022 Subaru Crosstrek: Compare Crossovers

  23-06-2022 14:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  If you want a compact utility vehicle with rugged cues, a little more ride height, and an affordable price—yet with a profile that’s ultimately more carlike than trucklike—the Subaru Outback and Honda HR-V are two great contenders. The Subaru Crosstrek arrived a decade ago, following the success of the Outback Sport. It delivered...
  
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• 2022 Volkswagen Jetta

  23-06-2022 14:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of vehicle is the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta? What does it compare to? The five-seat Jetta and its sporty GLI counterpart compete in a shrinking but value-loaded compact sedan class along with the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Mazda 3 and other imports. There’s not a bad one in the bunch, and this year the Jetta adds more standard safety...
  
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• Honda Ridgeline recalled in states that use road salt

  22-06-2022 16:33 via thecarconnection.com
  
  Older versions of the Honda Ridgeline pickup truck are being recalled for a potential fuel leak caused by road salt de-icing agents, the NHTSA disclosed on Wednesday. In certain states that use road salt to clear roadways of ice, the salt can accumulate with mud and dirt in the rear part of the truck's frame where the fuel tank is located. Over...
  
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• 2023 Nissan Leaf costs $28,895, could still be cheaper than Chevy Bolt EV

  21-06-2022 22:45 via thecarconnection.com
  
  The 2023 Nissan Leaf electric car blooms into another model year with a fresh face but only two trim levels down from five last year. The price increases $520 to $28,895 for the base Leaf S, Nissan announced Tuesday. The longer-range 2023 Leaf SV Plus costs $36,895, which is also an increase of $520 over the 2022 Nissan Leaf. The fresh look on the...
  
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• Off-road grades: SUV trims muddle the line between off-road intenders and soft-road pretenders

  21-06-2022 17:30 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What separates a crossover from an SUV? In the old days, a body-on-frame design along with a 2-speed transfer case for low gearing used to be the litmus test. Now, except for truck-based full-size SUVs, most vehicles in this most popular segment are based on unibody construction. Yet automakers continue to hark back to those days with trim lines...
  
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• 2023 Honda HR-V

  21-06-2022 15:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of car is the 2023 Honda HR-V? What does it compare to? The Honda HR-V epitomizes the crossover segment by straddling the style difference between a hatchback and SUV, while prioritizing affordability. The small crossover competes against the Volkswagen Taos, Subaru Crosstrek, and Hyundai Venue. Is the 2023 Honda HR-V a good car? We give...
  
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• Jeep Grand Cherokee, Dodge Durango SUVs recalled for rollaway risk

  20-06-2022 17:07 via thecarconnection.com
  
  Certain SUVs produced by the automaker formerly known as Fiat Chrysler Automobiles are being recalled for a false brake reading that may increase the risk of rollaway crashes, the NHTSA disclosed on Monday. The recall encompasses 270,904 SUVs, including the 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2018-2019 Dodge Durango. A faulty antilock brake circuit...
  
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• 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe

  20-06-2022 15:54 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe? What does it compare to? With the Tahoe, Chevrolet has a big – but not gargantuan – SUV capable of seating as many as nine passengers while towing a hefty trailer. It’s a rival to the Ford Expedition and GMC Yukon. Is the 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe a good SUV? If you can justify its...
  
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• Jeep Grand Cherokee, Ram 1500 Ecodiesels recalled for power loss

  20-06-2022 15:52 via thecarconnection.com
  
  Stellantis is recalling 138,645 SUVs and trucks equipped with a 3.0-liter V-6 diesel engine. Dubbed Ecodiesel, the engine has a fuel pump that can block the flow of fuel and lead to power loss while driving, the NHTSA disclosed on Monday. The recall affects the 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV (that make up about 30,000 of the affected units) and...
  
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• 2023 Toyota 4Runner

  19-06-2022 13:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Toyota 4Runner? What does it compare to? With the 4Runner, Toyota offers a relatively inexpensive and highly capable SUV that emphasizes off-road ability over on-road plushness. The 4Runner squares off against the Ford Bronco and Jeep Wrangler, plus the Honda Passport and Subaru Outback. Is the 2023 Toyota 4Runner...
  
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• 2023 Genesis GV60, 2023 Toyota Highlander headline this week's new car reviews

  18-06-2022 17:30 via thecarconnection.com
  
  We spent some time in the 2023 Genesis GV60, the brand's first electric vehicle, and were pleasantly surprised that Hyundai's luxury arm has a another winner. Automakers kept rolling out prices and updates to 2023 models, and the IIHS finished crash-testing 2022 models. Here are the top reviews, previews, and news on The Car Connection this week...
  
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• 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer

  18-06-2022 14:46 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer? What does it compare to? With the Trailblazer, Chevy has a city-friendly crossover SUV with a relatively low price of entry and expressive styling. It’s a good rival to the Jeep Renegade and Kia Seltos. Is the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer a good car/SUV? While refined and stylish, the...
  
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• 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV and EUV

  17-06-2022 17:59 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV? What does it compare to? What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV? What does it compare to? An electric hatchback offered in smaller and larger body styles, the Chevrolet Bolt EV competes against EVs such as the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Tesla Model Y and Model 3, Nissan Leaf, and Hyundai...
  
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• 2023 Kia Seltos price increases by $470 to $24,135

  17-06-2022 17:55 via thecarconnection.com
  
  The 2023 Kia Seltos small crossover carries over into the new year with a modest price increase of about $500 and even more modest additions to safety. The entry-level crossover launched for 2021 and offers a taller, roomier alternative to the brand's bestselling Kia Forte. The base LX model with standard all-wheel drive starts the bidding at...
  
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• 2022 Audi E-Tron GT

  17-06-2022 14:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of vehicle is the 2022 Audi E-Tron GT? What does it compare to? The Audi E-Tron GT is a sleek electric vehicle that doubles as a grand tourer and a performance car. It competes against a range of luxury electrics such as the Porsche Taycan, Tesla Model S, and the forthcoming BMW i4. Is the 2022 Audi E-Tron GT a good car? The E-Tron GT...
  
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• Tesla hikes prices again, Model Y starts at $67,190

  16-06-2022 17:27 via thecarconnection.com
  
  Tesla has increased prices again across nearly its entire lineup of electric vehicles. It's the second increase in three months, and at least the seventh price increase since 2020. The last time Tesla increased prices of its electric vehicles, in March 2022, the prices spiked between $2,500 to $12,500. This time, the lower priced models get the...
  
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• 2023 Genesis GV60 vs 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5: Compare Electric Cars

  16-06-2022 14:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  I expected the 2023 Genesis GV60 to be the brand’s first crossover dud. Instead, Genesis keeps undermining established luxury brands with arresting style, breathtaking acceleration, and a loaded standard feature set that marinates into that most delicious oxymoron—a luxury value. It almost seems unfair. The 2022 GV70 compact crossover...
  
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• Ford recalls nearly 3 million cars for rollaway risk

  15-06-2022 18:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  Ford will recall 2,952,968 vehicles for a shifter issue that could slip a car out of Park and let the vehicle roll away without the driver's knowledge, the NHTSA disclosed Wednesday. A damaged or missing bushing that attaches the shift cable to the transmission may degrade or detach, Ford revealed in documents filed to the NHTSA. The damaged...
  
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• 2022 Volkswagen Golf R, GTI earn highest safety ratings

  15-06-2022 17:30 via thecarconnection.com
  
  The redesigned 2022 Volkswagen Golf earns the highest safety awards bestowed by the IIHS, the insurance-industry funded non-profit announced Wednesday. The two sporty iterations of the Golf sold in the U.S., the GTI and Golf R, aced all six of the crash tests conducted by the IIHS. Both of the hatchbacks come well equipped with standard...
  
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• 2023 Genesis GV60

  15-06-2022 13:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Genesis GV60? What does it compare to? The Genesis GV60 is an all-electric, compact luxury SUV that is brand new for 2023. It competes against a growing field that for now includes the Tesla Model Y and Volvo XC40/C40, as well as the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6, which share a platform with the GV60. Is the 2023...
  
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• 2023 Toyota Highlander preview

  14-06-2022 17:25 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of car is the 2023 Toyota Highlander? What does it compare to? The 2023 Highlander handles minivan duty in SUV form, and the available hybrid is one of the most efficient 8-person vehicles without a plug. Large but not really lovely, the flexible family hauler competes against a congress of three-row models, ranging from the lovely Kia...
  
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• 2023 Subaru Ascent SUV refreshed with new lights, upgraded tech

  14-06-2022 17:06 via thecarconnection.com
  
  The 2023 Subaru Ascent three-row SUV climbs into the new year with revised front and rear ends, wireless smartphone connectivity, and improved safety technology, Subaru announced Tuesday. Competing with family haulers that eschew sliding doors for SUV style, the refreshed Ascent faces off against recently updated models ranging from the 2023...
  
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• First drive: 2023 Toyota BZ4X eases the shift to electric cars

  13-06-2022 17:45 via thecarconnection.com
  
  The 2023 Toyota BZ4X electric crossover eschews cliches. It is not a game changer, nor is it a paradigm shifter or envelope pusher. It’s not revolutionary, evolutionary, or rugged. It is the BZ4X, a bad name for a good car that eases Toyota fans into full electric power, though it comes at the expense of freshness. The BZ part of the name...
  
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• 2023 Toyota Sequoia, Nissan Altima headline this week's new car reviews

  11-06-2022 13:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  We took a spin on and off-road in the new 2023 Toyota Sequoia, the first redesign of the full-size SUV in 15 years. We also caught up with 2022 models delayed due to supply shortages, such as the Lincoln Corsair PHEV and the Hyundai Elantra N. In short, it's been a fun week. Here's what else moved us: 2023 Toyota Sequoia review With a strong but...
  
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• 2023 Subaru Crosstrek costs $1,300 more despite no changes

  10-06-2022 14:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek carries over most everything from last year, except for a new Special Edition and a price increase of $1,300 across the board, Subaru announced Thursday. This year, the small crossover SUV costs $24,870, including a $1,225 destination fee, and the price stretches to $38,070 for the Crosstrek plug-in hybrid. A moonroof...
  
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• 2023 Kia Soul

  10-06-2022 13:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of car is the 2023 Kia Soul? What does it compare to? The spacey five-seat Soul brings a dash of style to a class of efficient and affordable hatchbacks that include the Nissan Kicks, Hyundai Venue, and Toyota C-HR. Is the 2023 Kia Soul a good car? Its good scores for styling and features offset a poorer showing in safety, for a TCC...
  
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• 2023 Nissan Altima

  09-06-2022 13:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of car is the 2023 Nissan Altima? What does it compare to? It’s a four-door, five-seat sedan that squares off against perennial favorites like the Toyota Camry, Hyundai Sonata, and Honda Accord. Is the 2023 Nissan Altima a good car? In terms of safety and value, it has few peers. Performance is mild, and a thrifty base model...
  
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• 2023 Toyota Sequoia

  08-06-2022 13:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Toyota Sequoia? What does it compare to? The 2023 Toyota Sequoia is a full-size SUV that shares its hybrid powertrain with the Toyota Tundra full-size pickup truck. Last redesigned in 2008, the Sequoia represents the largest passenger vehicle in the Toyota family and competes with other large three-row SUVs such as...
  
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• Redesigned 2023 Honda HR-V starts at $24,895

  07-06-2022 17:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  The 2023 Honda HR-V small crossover arrives with a new engine, a more sophisticated look, a roomier interior, and a vibe like the Honda Civic. The upgrades on the subcompact crossover SUV come at a cost of nearly $2,000 more than the outgoing model. The base LX costs $24,895 (including a $1,245 destination charge), Honda announced Tuesday. The...
  
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• What is the most affordable electric car? 2023 Chevrolet Bolt at $26,595

  06-06-2022 17:26 via thecarconnection.com
  
  GM cut the price of the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt electric car by up to $6,300, the automaker announced last week. The $26,595 starting price, including destination, for the base Bolt EV 1LT is $5,900 less than last year, and makes the Bolt EV to the most affordable electric car on sale today. The larger 2023 Bolt EUV costs $28,195, down from $34,495...
  
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• Toyota, Lexus, and Mercedes dominate this week's new car news

  05-06-2022 17:30 via thecarconnection.com
  
  New cars are coming fast and furious for the 2023 model year. This week, Toyota launched a refreshed Corolla, a new Corolla Cross Hybrid, and the redesigned 2023 Lexus RX. Mercedes stayed busy showing off the breadth of its lineup with the 2023 GLC-Class luxury crossover and the latest electric EQ model, the 2023 EQS three-row SUV. Just like the...
  
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• 2023 BMW X1: Standard AWD offsets small price increase of small crossover

  03-06-2022 17:50 via thecarconnection.com
  
  BMW redesigned its smallest crossover to make it bigger, flashier, and at least $3,200 more expensive than its predecessor. The 2023 BMW X1 costs $39,595, including a $995 destination fee, the luxury automaker announced this week. The outgoing 2022 BMW X1 sDrive28i cost $36,395, but that was for a base rear-wheel drive model. The 2023 X1 comes...
  
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• 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV preview

  02-06-2022 16:05 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV? What does it compare to? The electric-only EQS SUV—in EQS 450+ SUV and EQS 580 4Matic SUV trims—carries up to seven people, can come with a wow-worthy digital-heavy interior, and has the performance, too. It’s a rival for vehicles like the Tesla Model X, the Audi E-Tron, the...
  
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• 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class preview

  01-06-2022 17:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of car is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class? What does it compare to? The GLC-Class luxury crossover slots into the Mercedes SUV family with its mid-size dimensions, C-Class running gear—and this year, its emergence without V-8, V-6, inline-6, AMG, or Coupe models. Yet. For 2023, so far, it’s prepping for an on-sale date next...
  
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• 2023 Toyota Corolla preview

  01-06-2022 15:00 via thecarconnection.com
  
  What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Toyota Corolla? What does it compare to? The 2023 Toyota Corolla is a compact car available in sedan and hatchback body styles. It’s offered with gas and hybrid powertrains, the latter of which delivers Prius-grade fuel consumption with more streamlined and less egg-shaped styling. The Corolla runs up against...
  
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