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One of the least expensive new cars you can buy is the 2026 Hyundai Venue — but inexpensive doesn’t mean cheap.
By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief
The 2026 Ford Bronco offers impressive off-road ability at an accessible price, but the cost of its capability is reduced efficiency compared to most similarly sized SUVs.
By Jared Gall
August 6, 2026
The 2026 Volvo XC90 T8 Plug-in Hybrid is EPA-rated to go 32 miles on electric-only power, but our testing showed it can travel nearly 50 miles under the right conditions.
By Aaron Bragman
August 6, 2026
Here’s a look at the best pickup trucks for getting more done with less fuel — be it gasoline, diesel or electricity — sorted by truck size.
By Jim Travers
July 30, 2026
The redesigned 2026 Hyundai Palisade offers a choice of powertrains, with the standard V-6 returning up to 21 mpg combined and the hybrid rated as high as 34 mpg.
By Jared Gall
July 28, 2026
The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox is powered by a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine, but despite its meager output, it lags its competitors in efficiency.
By Jared Gall
July 23, 2026
To make shopping for an electric vehicle easier, we’ve put together a list of every EV currently on sale that has a range of 350 miles or more.
By Cars.com Editors
July 13, 2026
An all-electric replacement is looming, but the 2026 Toyota Highlander is still among the most efficient three-row SUVs even when it's fueled by dead dinosaurs.
By Jared Gall
July 10, 2026
The 2026 Kia Sportage is a compact SUV available with gas, hybrid and plug-in hybrid engines.
By Jared Gall
July 9, 2026
With a standard hybrid powertrain, the 2026 Toyota Sequoia has more torque, is more efficient and has a higher base towing rating than all of its competitors.
By Jared Gall
July 7, 2026