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The redesigned 2027 Volkswagen Atlas is positioned to be one of the ritziest, most visually impressive mid-size three-row SUVs on the market.
By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief
The 2027 Kia EV3 offers one of the segment’s most well-rounded model lineups, with enough trims and packages to please budgets of a pauper to those of a prince — or even middle management.
By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief
The redesigned 2027 Kia Seltos subcompact SUV looks like a baby Telluride and has a roomy and comfortable interior, but its price climbs into compact SUV territory.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
Even beyond the bounds of the prior Nissan Rogue Hybrid and PHEV variants, this new generation of Rogue Hybrid for 2027 is a much needed redesign that adds decent exterior tweaks but sizable gains in interior refinement.
By Conner Golden
September 21, 2026
The 2026 Lexus RX 450h+ plug-in hybrid and 500h hybrid sit at the top of the RX lineup, and there are some significant differences between them.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
The 2027 Rivian R2’s combination of equipment, space, function and luxury for a competitive price instantly makes it a compelling choice in the mid-size electric luxury SUV class.
By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief
There's a lot to like about the NX 350h, an upscale, fuel-efficient, luxury compact SUV with a hybrid powertrain. It looks sharp inside and out, it’s thrifty on gas, and its user interface is intuitive. Unfortunately for Lexus, there's also a lot to like about less expensive rival compact SUVs from mainstream brands.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
The 2027 Infiniti QX65 coupe SUV has less room, fewer seats and more style than the boxier QX60, but its differences go beyond skin-deep.
By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief
The 2026 HR-V is a better value than the 2025 model across the board, with a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and wireless device charging now standard.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
Small-car shoppers on a budget who are looking for something with a little personality and a lot of value should check out the 2026 Chevrolet Trax.
By Jennifer Geiger
News Editor