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A competent, well-constructed, value-priced compact sedan is an increasingly rare sight, but the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta fits that bill for those who still want such things.

The 2025 Mini John Cooper Works Countryman stands out with loads of style and flair on the inside — plus a roomier interior than before — but in terms of being a performance SUV, it doesn’t seal the deal.

We tested the redesigned 2024 Nautilus to offer our take on the SUV’s tech features — and its driving experience, which had one especially unusual characteristic.

The 2025 Carnival’s new hybrid system isn’t as powerful as the standard gas V-6, but its significant improvement in efficiency is a welcome addition, as are the Carnival’s stylistic and equipment changes.

The redesigned 2025 Buick Enclave’s luxury trimmings are let down by an uncharacteristically loud cabin and coarse engine.

The redesigned 2025 Nissan Kicks offers an array of unconventional stylistic touches and a strong mid-trim feature set that belie both its price and class.

With much of its updated interior and exterior shared with the similarly refreshed 2025 Tucson SUV, the new Santa Cruz is a compelling, refined entry in its class.

The R1S sees many changes for 2025, but they’re all things you don’t see, leaving the rest of Rivian’s outstanding three-row electric SUV just as good as before.

Minor changes to the hybrid drivetrain and big changes to the interior make the 2025 Hyundai Tucson one of the smarter and more stylish entries in the hyper-competitive compact SUV class.

For enthusiasts looking for a fun combination of refined daily driver and back-road entertainer, the Jetta GLI is a great option, and a good value as well.