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2019 Mazda CX-5 is on display at the 111th Annual Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois on February 8, 2019.
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You Can Get a Used Mazda CX-5 for Less Than $10,000

Looking for a used car? Most Americans buy used — or pre-owned or certified pre-owned — vehicles. For one thing, a used car is much cheaper than a new one: A year-old SUV loses 20 to 30 percent of its value after one year. Given the cost of a base-level Tahoe — $49,000 for 2021 …
by Carol Rao
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An image of a Mitsuoka Buddy outdoors.
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This Weird Retro Chevy-Inspired Crossover Is Already Sold Out

If you are a child of the 1970s and the Toyota RAV4 is just too boring to look at, there’s good news. That’s because Japanese brand Mitsuoka unveiled its Toyota-based Buddy in late October, which featured retro Chevy-inspired styling. The crossover is only available for sale in Japan and has a base price of around …
by Gabriel Vega
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A white 2020 GMC Acadia AT4 is parked in the snow.
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How Reliable Is the GMC Acadia?

GMC enthusiasts got to enjoy the automaker’s latest model this past year. After the crossover SUV hit the markets and the roads, the research, data, and scores of the 2020 GMC Acadia have begun to roll in. The Acadia came in 18th place among midsize SUVs. In terms of crossover models, the Acadia landed in …
by Ashley Swallow
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2021 Kia Seltos SX is on display at the 112th Annual Chicago Auto Show
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How Reliable Is the Kia Seltos?

Vehicles coming out of the Kia Motors auto manufacturing plants are known for their dependability. The all-new 2021 Kia Seltos is expected to continue in the tradition of its predecessors. In a crowded subcompact crossover segment, the newest addition to the world of small SUVs is a worthy competitor. The 2021 Kia Seltos is already receiving …
by Rita DeMichiel
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A 2021 Kia Seltos on a cloudy day.
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How Safe Is the Kia Seltos?

Kia is having a good year. It recently had its best October ever and is putting out new models left and right. One of its latest models, the 2021 Kia Seltos, is hitting the pavement running and is already up for MotorTrend’s SUV of the year award. The Seltos is an alternative to options like …
by Angela Bickford
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2021 Mazda CX-9 on a road through the woods
Midsize

2021 Mazda CX-9 vs. Honda Pilot: The Winner Hasn’t Changed

Once considered somewhat pricey, three-row midsize SUVs have exploded in popularity and become more affordable in recent years. World-leading luxury brands used to look down on SUVs as merely lowly conveyances, but even they have learned that resistance is futile. With so many choices and a wide range of prices, buyers have a hard time …
by Brock Holloway
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The Mazda CX-3 on display at an automotive show in Germany.
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Critics and Consumers Disagree on the 2020 Mazda CX-3

Many critics and industry experts will tell you there’s a lot to like about the 2020 Mazda CX-3. It’s stylish, sophisticated, and a lot of fun to drive. You’d think an SUV like that would be selling well, right? It seems that consumers and critics don’t see eye to eye on the Mazda CX-3. Why …
by Tina Pavlik
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red 2020 Kona Electric subcompact SUV parked near the coast
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Is the Hyundai Kona Electric Better Than the Regular Kona?

With EVs gaining longer ranges and better charging options, more people are willing to consider them as family vehicles. Can the electric version of Hyundai’s Kona match the performance of the gas-powered model?Recently, the team at Motor Trend took a look at the new Hyundai Kona to determine how the electric model matches up to the gas-powered Kona. The MotorTrend team …
by Tina Pavlik
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A silver 2021 Toyota RAV4 driving on a highway road
Midsize

How Well Does the Toyota RAV4’s Safety Hold Up Over Time?

When buying a car, you should do your due diligence to get value for your money. Among the factors that you should consider include the car’s performance, technical features, and durability. But if safety is your main concern, you won’t go wrong with Toyota’s fifth-generation RAV4, which debuted in 2019 and continues through at least the …
by Benjamin Lawson
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Chevy Really Is Considering A Camaro SUV-Like, Really

A year ago we would have laughed. Even a few months ago we said “no way.” Now? After seeing this sketch from GM Design we think that Chevy really is considering a Camaro SUV. At least it is worth considering, right? So here it is. Now that the Mustang brand has embraced the SUV variant …
by Thom Taylor
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2016 GMC Acadia Denali is on display at the 108th Annual Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois on February 11, 2016.
Midsize

How Safe Is the GMC Acadia?

The GMC Acadia has seen plenty of upgrades to its 2020 model. It’s lighter on its feet than the competition. Adjusted for stricter fuel-efficiency standards, the new GMC Acadia is a little slimmer and shorter than its rivals and 500 pounds lighter. The result is a three-row SUV that offers a comfortable ride, three engine …
by Tina Pavlik
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Kia Soul seen at the New York International Auto Show at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York.
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Thank Goodness the Kia Soul’ster Never Saw the Light of Day

Nowadays, Kia is a well-respected automaker that produces cars anyone can enjoy. That said, not that long ago, Kia was trying plenty of tactics to make its cars more appealing, and one of those attempts was the Kia Soul’ster. It looked like a blend of several cars, but it was just never meant to be.  …
by J.L. Seto
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