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The 2025 Polestar 3 is a compelling alternative to mid-size luxury electric SUVs from BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Tesla.
By Mike Hanley
Senior Road Test Editor
If you were already interested in what the 2025 Infiniti QX60 had to offer, the updated 2026 model is that same experience, now topped with whipped cream.
By Conner Golden
July 1, 2025
The redesigned 2025 A5 and S5 are exceptionally good luxury sedans, but the touch-sensitive steering wheel and door-panel controls are frustrating.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
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.
By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief
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.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
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.
By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief
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.
By Jennifer Geiger
News Editor
It’s not the most exciting, efficient or affordable electric vehicle in its segment, but it’s certainly a mega leap forward for Toyota’s first true electric effort.
By Conner Golden
May 27, 2025
It’s best to think of compact SUVs the way most people think of pizza: Even if it’s not that good, it’s not that bad. The 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is efficient and does everything a compact SUV needs to do, but this generation has been around since the 2019 model year and is overdue for a serious update. Good news: That update is here!
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
The all-new Ioniq 9 takes Hyundai’s already winning EV formula and thoughtfully applies it to a three-row SUV with great success, though the styling and price may not be for everyone.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
