First drive

The 2026 Ram 1500’s newly available Hemi V-8 makes less power and costs more than the truck’s turbocharged inline-six engine, but it makes better sounds.

The McLaren Artura may look like other McLarens, but it’s McLaren’s first street car with a plug-in hybrid powertrain. We take it for a spin to see how well it works.

The redesigned Solterra is much more competitive, with more power, significantly more range, improved charging capabilities and a new Tesla-style NACS charging port.

The E450 All-Terrain is a joy to drive on pavement; it’s a roomy, comfortable and expensive vehicle, laden with overwrought technology that frustrates more than it impresses. Even so, it’s not just a good luxury station wagon, it might well be the epitome of the form.

The 2025 Polestar 3 is a compelling alternative to mid-size luxury electric SUVs from BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Tesla.

The redesigned 2025 A5 and S5 are exceptionally good luxury sedans, but the touch-sensitive steering wheel and door-panel controls are frustrating.

Appearing in showrooms for the 2026 model year, GMC has expanded the Terrain lineup to now include the more capable AT4 and more luxurious Denali trims.

Updates to Audi's bestselling Q5 family keep them technologically up to date and allow them to maintain a level of comfort, style and performance that luxury compact SUV buyers are looking for.

The BMW X3 M50 xDrive has been redesigned for 2025, the beneficiary of a reskinned exterior and a new cabin — and it is an absolute mess.

The refreshed 2025 Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid is a stunner; from the timeless luxury of its cabin to its seamless blend of gas and electric power, it delivers true luxury and efficiency without compromise.