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A 2021 Buick Envision driving on a highway with tall blurred buildings in the background.

The 2021 Buick Envision Is 1 of the Most Improved SUVs of the Year

The 2021 Buick Envision has been improved since 2020. The Buick Envision, Buick's compact SUV, received a major redesign for the 2021 model year. Here's a look at how the 2021 Buick Envision is one of the most improved SUVs of the year.

by J.L. Seto

Published on July 20, 2021 1:51 pm

A white 2021 Volvo XC40 in front of a cream background and ground with a black vignette on the outside edges.

Crossovers

Design Makes the 2021 Volvo XC40 a Top Luxury SUV, Says U.S. News

Volvo is a premier luxury brand. It's not a surprise that the 2021 Volvo XC40 is one of the top luxury SUVs of the year. Here's a look at why the design of the 2021 Volvo XC40 made it one of the most luxurious SUVs of 2021.

by J.L. Seto

Published on July 20, 2021 5:24 am

A 2021 Nissan Infiniti QX50 parked on a highway in front of a mountain with scattered houses on it.

Crossovers

The 2021 Infiniti QX50 Is a Surprising Entry on This List

The luxury SUV segment is booming these days, with many competitors fighting for customers' attention. Interestingly, one of the best luxury SUVs on the market is Infiniti. Here's a look at how the 2021 Infiniti QX50 was recognized as one of the most luxurious SUVs of the year.

by J.L. Seto

Published on July 20, 2021 2:09 am

Midsize SUVs

The 2021 Honda CR-V Problems Edmunds Complains About Aren’t Really That Bad

The 2021 Honda CR-V is an affordable and family-focused SUV option, but even with everything that it has to offer, it isn't without its own flaws. For the price, many consumers will likely not be deterred by these costs as they are more like minor inconveniences.

by Gabrielle DeSantis

Published on July 19, 2021 3:26 pm

A dark-blue 2021 Kia Niro EV parked on concrete outside a modern glass building on a sunny day

Crossovers

You Shouldn’t Ignore the ‘Sleeper’ Kia Niro EV Despite Its Loss to the Ford Mustang Mach-E

Kia produces some of the best cars on the road. The automaker is also competitive in terms of EVs. And as far as the all-electric SUV segment goes, Kia has the Niro EV, an excellent electric crossover. Although it didn't win the 2021 Car and Driver EV of the Year award, you still shouldn't sleep on the 2021 Kia Niro EV.

by J.L. Seto

Published on July 18, 2021 4:11 am

A dark-gray metallic 2022 BMW X3 xDrive30e luxury compact SUV travels on a country road along green hills

Crossovers

The 2022 BMW X3 Is Killing the Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain in the U.S.

Automakers continue to grapple with the best ways to sell EVs thanks to a lack of charging infrastructure. Sometimes it makes more financial sense to sell them in limited markets. Such is the case for BMW, which recently discontinued X3 xDrive30e sales in the U.S.

by MotorBiscuit Staff

Published on July 17, 2021 4:54 am

A grey 2021 Range Rover Evoque sits in front of a orange and grey brick building with two windows on a blacktop road.

Crossovers

U.S. News Rightfully Names the 2021 Range Rover Evoque 1 of the Most Luxurious Vehicles

There are many luxury car brands on the market. However, for folks who want a Range Rover but don't need a big SUV, Land Rover has the Range Rover Evoque. Here's a look at why the 2021 Evoque is rightfully one of the most luxurious cars of the year.

by J.L. Seto

Published on July 15, 2021 8:44 am

The side 3/4 view of a gray 2022 Jeep Compass Trailhawk on a simulated gravel rise

Crossovers

2021 Chicago Auto Show: The Jeep Compass Gets a New Bearing

Debuting at the 2021 Chicago Auto Show, the 2022 Jeep Compass carries a few things over from the 2021 model but gets a reworked suspension system, more standard tech and features, and crucially, a new interior.

by Matthew Skwarczek

Published on July 14, 2021 5:10 pm

A blue 2022 Nissan Pathfinder sits in front of a pond on a dirt spot between a wooden sign with a concrete base that reads 'Pathfinder' and two kayaks that are light green in color.

Midsize

The 2022 Nissan Pathfinder Is Loaded With Family-Friendly Features

Sales numbers have always remained quite modest compared to competitors since the Nissan Pathfinder's introduction, never exceeding 90,000 units sold in any year. But with the new, family-friendly 2022 Pathfinder loaded with features, it seems Nissan wants to claim a spot on the sales leaderboard.

by MotorBiscuit Staff

Published on July 13, 2021 9:52 pm

Midsize SUVs

Edmunds and Consumer Reports: The 2021 Kia Niro is Pretty Average

In the past several years, Kia has taken the stage as the up-and-coming manufacturer among sporty sedans and SUVs. With new options like the Kia Telluride and Kia Stinger taking over headlines with high ratings and even higher reviewers from new owners, it is easy to see how the manufacturer has made quite a name …

by Gabrielle DeSantis

Published on July 12, 2021 6:53 pm

Crossovers

The 2021 Kia Soul Isn’t What You Think It Is

The 2021 Kia Soul is one of the most affordable new vehicles on the market, and you might be surprised to see that it is categorized as a subcompact SUV rather than a hatchback or sedan. This might not be the only thing that is surprising about the 2021 Kia Soul.

by Gabrielle DeSantis

Published on July 12, 2021 12:38 pm

An aerial view of a black 2021 Cadillac XT5 on a grey brick driveway.

Crossovers

There Are a Few Reasons to Not Pick the 2021 Cadillac XT5 Over Competitors

The XT5 demonstrates the luxurious style that has been a trademark of Cadillac as buyer trends continue to favor SUVs over sedans. As the company's best-seller in 2020, the XT5 continues to be the gem in the automaker's crown as the only model in their lineup to earn the blessing of Consumer Reports in 2021.

by MotorBiscuit Staff

Published on July 11, 2021 8:18 pm

The white and gray leather interior of a 2020 Lincoln Aviator Black Label Chalet edition

Midsize

The 2021 Lincoln Aviator Is More Beloved Than You’d Expect

The 2021 Lincoln Aviator ranks just below the 2021 Kia Telluride in terms of owner satisfaction. This might be a shock considering the Aviator's low reliability rating and disappointing fuel economy. Here's what makes the Aviator so appealing despite its flaws.

by MotorBiscuit Staff

Published on July 11, 2021 3:33 pm

A blue Ford Mustang Mach-e sports car is seen at the third China International Import Expo in Shanghai, China, on 5 November 2020.

Crossovers

The Ford Mustang Mach-E is Officially EV of the Year

The Ford Mustang Mach-E is the best electric vehicle of the year. Learn why its the best EV to convert skeptics to electric believers here.

by Charles Singh

Published on July 9, 2021 7:00 pm

A red metallic 2022 Hyundai Tucson compact SUV parked outside a glass building

Crossovers

Insanely Cool-Looking 2022 Hyundai Tucson Can’t Mask Engine Shortcomings

With a confident stance and gleaming grille, the latest Tucson is already a popular buy. But consumers shouldn't let charming good looks fool them. In fact, the 2022 Hyundai Tucson has some engine shortcomings that even the sleekest lines can't hide.

by Desiree Homer

Published on July 8, 2021 2:52 am

A white 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander SUV parked out of a luxury home in the mountains

Midsize

U.S. News Declares the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander as the Most Improved SUV of the Year

Seeing a car undergo a redesign is always an exciting prospect, especially when the redesigns come with major improvements to the vehicle as a whole and not simply cosmetic changes. One trusted car-reviewing site released their picks for the most improved vehicles of 2021, and the Mitsubishi Outlander took the number one spot.

by Erin Culver

Published on July 7, 2021 4:16 pm

A dark colored 2023 Kia Sportage parked in sand

Crossovers / Midsize

Did the 2023 Kia Sportage Copy the Mitsubishi Outlander?

The 2023 Kia Sportage and 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander both got incredible makeovers to modernize their designs. However, they look a little similar. They both have lines that curve around from the sides toward the front bumper.

by Allison Barfield

Published on July 7, 2021 3:31 pm

The Throttle House hosts with a black 2022 Genesis GV70

Crossovers

The 2022 Genesis GV70 Is a Nearly Flawless Luxury SUV

It's not quite perfect, but both The Straight Pipes and Throttle House found the 2022 Genesis GV70 to be a sterling example of a compact luxury SUV.

by Matthew Skwarczek

Published on July 6, 2021 11:10 pm

A red 2021 Nissan Rogue parked with the sun shining on it

Crossovers

Every 2021 Nissan Rogue Recalled Over Bad Welds

The 2021 Nissan Rogue is being recalled for a second time. For this recall seat frames were found to have improper welds from the factory. Inspection and possible replacement at the dealership is the fix.

by Thom Taylor

Published on July 6, 2021 6:09 pm

A black Jeep Grand Cherokee model parked on a racetrack near snowy and cloudy mountains

Midsize

Jeep Grand Cherokee Recall: Engine Failure Could Result From Sensor Fault

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is the news again with another recall. FCA is no stranger to recalls of their vehicles. Some of them even affect millions of their vehicles all at one time. What is the problem with the Jeep Grand Cherokee, and how will FCA Australia address it?

by Wendy Johnson

Published on July 6, 2021 4:33 pm