First drive

The new 2025 Nissan Rogue Rock Creek looks like a tough off-roader, but don’t go too far off the beaten path with it.

The 2025 Audi Q7 three-row SUV delivers a rock-solid luxury experience and represents surprisingly solid value even at a very high price — but as a vehicle that hasn’t been fully redesigned since the 2017 model year, it also feels a bit dated.

The 2025 GV80 Coupe out-luxuries the competition in terms of driving refinement and cabin dazzlement, but some tech issues and a late rollout of wireless smartphone connectivity annoy.

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.

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.

Solid performance, range and charging fundamentals combine with Volvo’s trademark restrained luxury and sharp style for one of the better three-row luxury EVs on the market.

The 2024 Ford Bronco Sport Free Wheeling is a great choice for shoppers scared of the future: With retro driving manners, dated but effective interior tech and a stripe-heavy appearance package that pays homage to big vehicles of the 1970s, it’s not for everyone – but if it is for you, it won’t disappoint.

The new-for-2024 Subaru WRX TR trim brings a sharper edge to the regular WRX — for better and for worse.