Expert reviews

A revised Cummins turbo-diesel six-cylinder engine makes the refreshed 2025 Ram 2500 one of the slickest-driving heavy-duty trucks on the market.

The all-new Escalade IQ prioritizes style and technology over usable space, with a focus on the driver and executive passengers rather than those in the rearmost seats.

Acura’s first subcompact SUV is only a few tweaks away from being right on the money with sharp looks, above-average dynamic character and a handsome interior.

Though it’s more expensive than ever, the updated and feature-rich 2025 Audi A3 and S3 make a fab case for the primo, pint-size sports sedan.

Though it might be a bit long in the tooth, the 2025 Subaru Outback Touring XT is just about the best do-it-all road-trip car you can find on dealer lots.

The 2025 Buick Encore GX Avenir is unlikely to disappoint buyers, but it feels equally unlikely to delight them: It’s a competently executed vehicle with upscale looks, but it does little to stand out.

A refreshed face, more standard equipment, a retuned suspension and a trick sound system means the updated Outlander isn’t resting on its laurels as the brand’s bestseller.

Subtle as they may be, updates to the Ioniq 5’s charging, batteries and interior packaging for 2025 cements it as one of the most compelling electric SUVs on the market.

The updated 2025 R1T electric pickup truck doesn’t look much different, but it didn’t need to — Rivian’s improvements keep it quick, quiet and luxurious.

Quiet, strong and pleasant to drive (but no more fuel-efficient than an LX 600), the newly off-road-capable Lexus LX 700h hybrid full-size SUV still feels in need of more unique luxury touches to command its six-figure price.