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The 2023 Kia Soul is updated with fresh styling and more safety features, but it still lacks all-wheel drive and drops the turbocharged engine offered in previous model years.
By Jane Ulitskaya
June 30, 2022

The 2023 Kia Seltos carries over with minimal changes and, this time, only a small price bump over the previous model year.
By Jane Ulitskaya
June 16, 2022

Honda has redesigned the 2023 HR-V with an all-new exterior and the promise of powertrain and performance improvements.
By Jane Ulitskaya
April 4, 2022

While Honda is tight-lipped on most details, the automaker teased two images of the upcoming HR-V, which got us mulling over what we’d want to see for the 2023 model.
By Jane Ulitskaya
January 17, 2022

Already an appealing package, the Kona was updated for 2022 with sharper styling, an upgraded multimedia system and more backseat room.
By Jim Travers
December 23, 2021

The new 2022 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing is quite possibly one of the best driver’s cars ever created by any automaker, and it arrives in the same year that GM has promised to go almost fully electric by the end of the decade.
By Aaron Bragman
December 3, 2021

For 2022, Mazda has refreshed the CX-5 to potentially address an overly firm ride, questionable seat comfort and a noisy engine.
By Jane Ulitskaya
September 14, 2021

The 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross is based on the same platform as the Corolla sedan and hatchback, but it sits higher, has more room inside and has surprisingly different styling.
By Aaron Bragman
June 3, 2021

Many luxury brands have expanded their lineups with more affordable options in recent years to broaden their appeal and reach new car buyers.
By Mike Hanley
January 12, 2021

Are the subtle updates to the 2021 Nissan Kicks subcompact SUV enough to keep it relevant in this highly competitive class? Find out in our review.

By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief