Mazda

Continuously variable transmissions allow the engine of a car to continuously operate in its most effective rpm range.

We gave the new Mazda CX-5 to one of the judges from our compact SUV comparison test to see how he thought it would have performed.

Value is on everyone’s mind these days, so we picked eight relatively affordable “dupe” vehicles that mirror the look and feel of a higher-end vehicle.

All 10 of the models in our cheap SUV list are subcompacts, and they’re ordered by base price, from least to most expensive.

We put together lists of the SUVs with the best mpg by fuel type, including conventional gasoline-powered models, hybrids and plug-in hybrids.

There are a variety of models with a rock-bottom base price, many of which also get good gas mileage — see our top 10 cheapest new cars on the market.

We reviewed the 2026 Mazda3 sedan; here are five things we like and two things that need improvement.

Cars.com scoured its current vehicle listings and found the best vehicles in different types and sizes with median list prices of around $10,000.

A group of 98 journalists from around the world, including two from Cars.com, named cars in six categories that most embody automotive excellence and innovation for 2026.

More interior room and a new touchscreen multimedia system are big improvements that help make the new 2026 Mazda CX-5 fully competitive with popular alternatives.