Car buying

If all you're looking for is a good-looking, comfortable two-row luxury SUV and you couldn't care less about how it actually drives, the 2027 Infiniti QX65 is a fantastic choice.

The 2027 Toyota Camry is a hybrid mid-size sedan with standard front-wheel drive and available all-wheel drive that returns up to 51 mpg combined and is priced from $30,995.

A heated steering wheel is an essential for cold-weather comfort. They can be had in more than 50 cars that cost less than $40,000 and as little as $24,995 (including destination).

Families needing a three-row vehicle have dozens of choices: minivans, SUVs of all sizes, hybrids rated up to 37 mpg, and EVs with more than 400 miles of range.

The standard gas-only Toyota Highlander has more available inventory, while Highlander Hybrids are selling faster.

The 2027 Volkswagen ID. Tiguan will replace the ID.4, and the new small electric SUV sports a new look outside and in but familiar EV components underneath.

A luxury wagon like the Mercedes-AMG E53 Hybrid Wagon makes more sense than an SUV for more than a few reasons.

The new trim level leapfrogs the Honda Civic Sport Hybrid, giving buyers of the gas-engine Civic some features from the range-topping Sport Touring Hybrid.

The 2027 Chevrolet Trax and Trailblazer are updated with new technology, including larger standard infotainment screens and more safety features.

The most available base models are for buyers who don’t need the frills and features of higher trims.