2020 Hyundai Palisade SEL AWD Driving Impressions
The 2020 Hyundai Palisade continues to impress, offering the brand’s value proposition along with handsome styling, a lovely interior, and a cushy, quiet ride. At the same time, performance is merely adequate, fuel economy is only average, the Limited trim is pricey, and the infotainment system is menu-dense.
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2020 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD Driving Impressions
The 2020 Mazda CX-9 skirts perfection as cabin and cargo space trail rivals, the infotainment system is awkward and frustrating, while the third row is a child-only zone. But a stunning, graceful design, an interior that surpasses many luxury brands, and a long list of advanced safety features make it a top pick in the class.
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2019 Lexus LX570 Driving Impressions
The big, old-school, body-on-frame 2019 Lexus LX570 continues to impress us with its edgy looks, sumptuous interior, muscular V-8, and smooth ride. But the big off-roader’s grille is also polarizing, fuel economy is dismal, while the introduction of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is the only bright spot in an infotainment system that still relies on a distracting mouse-like controller.
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2019 Toyota C-HR Limited Driving Impressions
New last year, the 2019 Toyota C-HR retains its chiseled looks and smooth ride, and adds new trim levels, safety and tech upgrades, and styling tweaks. But accommodations in back are cramped, acceleration borders on leisurely, while all-wheel-drive is not offered.
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