First drive

The MDX Type S trim makes an impressive vehicle more engaging and exciting — as long as you're willing to make some trade-offs in price, fuel economy and ride.

The 2024 Lotus Eletre R is an electric powerhouse of an SUV, with comfort, performance, luxurious materials, and thoughtful design throughout.

Mercedes’ new SL is offered with a four-cylinder engine, which hasn’t happened since this car’s very first generation.

The refreshed 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer is a competent subcompact SUV with useful and advanced technology, but the best version of it commands a hefty price.

Lexus has kept the 2024 RX fresh, with new technology, a proliferation of powertrains running from gas to hybrid to plug-in hybrid, and styling that’s in keeping with the brand’s motif without being too weird.

While the 2024 Mustang Dark Horse’s capability is impressive, what was more surprising is how livable this sports car is in everyday driving, a few trade-offs aside.

The size of the 2024 Sierra HD AT4X makes most trails either inaccessible or likely to leave marks along the sides of your $94,000 truck.

Both the 2024 Canyon AT4X AEV Edition and 2023 Canyon AT4X off-road pickups are well suited to unpaved fun right off the lot.

The 2024 Q8 e-Tron gets significant improvements to its battery and electric motors, along with aerodynamic improvements, that greatly increase its maximum estimated range and improve its efficiency.

Even with a new standard engine for the 2023 Compass, its slow, awkward powertrain is still what’s holding it back from being good.