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We dive deep into the cars by taking the cars for test drives, analyzing the technology, reviewing new trims, comparing safety features and more. Read about the pros and cons of cars coming to market, which are selected by our editors to help with your car search.

2020 Mini Cooper SE Hardtop Review: Electric, Fun and Priced for Its Modest Range

By Joe Wiesenfelder on May 28, 2020

The verdict: An electric runabout in the traditional mold that’s true to Mini’s reputation for motoring fun, the SE Hardtop is priced appropriately for its modest range. Versus the competition: Mos... Read More

2020 Mini Cooper SE Hardtop Review: Electric, Fun and Priced for Its Modest Range

By Joe Wiesenfelder on May 28, 2020

The verdict: An electric runabout in the traditional mold that’s true to Mini’s reputation for motoring fun, the SE Hardtop is priced appropriately for its modest range. Versus the competition: Mos... Read More

2020 BMW 228 Gran Coupe Review: Little, and of Little Point

By Brian Normile on May 22, 2020

The verdict: The 2020 2 Series Gran Coupe is an adequate subcompact sedan so unlike traditional BMWs you’ll wonder if the Bavarians have created a new sub-brand. Versus the competition: More expens... Read More

2020 BMW 228 Gran Coupe Review: Little, and of Little Point

By Brian Normile on May 22, 2020

The verdict: The 2020 2 Series Gran Coupe is an adequate subcompact sedan so unlike traditional BMWs you’ll wonder if the Bavarians have created a new sub-brand. Versus the competition: More expens... Read More

2020 Honda Civic Type R Review: Same Lovable Type R With One Caveat

By Joe Bruzek on May 21, 2020

The verdict: The Type R’s on-track credibility is boosted for 2020, but a new augmented engine sound is a head-scratcher.  Versus the competition: Exuding poise, balance and loads of grip, the fron... Read More

2020 Honda Civic Type R Review: Same Lovable Type R With One Caveat

By Joe Bruzek on May 21, 2020

The verdict: The Type R’s on-track credibility is boosted for 2020, but a new augmented engine sound is a head-scratcher.  Versus the competition: Exuding poise, balance and loads of grip, the fron... Read More

2021 Toyota Supra Review: More, and Less, Power Make Up Sophomore Changes

By Joe Bruzek on May 13, 2020

The verdict: The 2021 Toyota Supra’s new four-cylinder makes the sporty coupe more accessible, but the six-cylinder’s attitude and raucousness is the best way to get the Supra experience.  Versus t... Read More

2021 Toyota Supra Review: More, and Less, Power Make Up Sophomore Changes

By Joe Bruzek on May 13, 2020

The verdict: The 2021 Toyota Supra’s new four-cylinder makes the sporty coupe more accessible, but the six-cylinder’s attitude and raucousness is the best way to get the Supra experience.  Versus t... Read More

2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review: A Good People Mover … for Fewer People

By Joe Bruzek on April 21, 2020

The verdict: The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, like its bigger brother Atlas, carries people and cargo first — luxury comes at least third, maybe fourth. Versus the competition: What the Atlas Cros... Read More

2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review: A Good People Mover … for Fewer People

By Joe Bruzek on April 21, 2020

The verdict: The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, like its bigger brother Atlas, carries people and cargo first — luxury comes at least third, maybe fourth. Versus the competition: What the Atlas Cros... Read More

2020 Ford F-150 Review: Still Good, Even After Competitors Are Redesigned

By Joe Bruzek on April 20, 2020

The verdict: Even five model years after its last full redesign, the 2020 Ford F-150 continues to be a well-rounded pickup truck with a configuration for almost every buyer. Versus the competition:... Read More

2020 Ford F-150 Review: Still Good, Even After Competitors Are Redesigned

By Joe Bruzek on April 20, 2020

The verdict: Even five model years after its last full redesign, the 2020 Ford F-150 continues to be a well-rounded pickup truck with a configuration for almost every buyer. Versus the competition:... Read More

2020 Volvo V90 Cross Country Review: On-Road Luxe, Off-Road Looks

By Aaron Bragman on April 15, 2020

The verdict: Volvo’s 2020 V90 Cross Country is a fantastic alternative to a luxury SUV, with plenty of comfort and space to go along with better handling than any tall, trucklike family-hauler. Ver... Read More

2020 Volvo V90 Cross Country Review: On-Road Luxe, Off-Road Looks

By Aaron Bragman on April 15, 2020

The verdict: Volvo’s 2020 V90 Cross Country is a fantastic alternative to a luxury SUV, with plenty of comfort and space to go along with better handling than any tall, trucklike family-hauler. Ver... Read More

2020 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X Review: Same Face, New Guts

By Aaron Bragman on April 14, 2020

Verdict: Nissan put the heart of the all-new 2021 Frontier in the body of the 2020, creating a compelling mix of bulletproof-if-dated old-school Japanese pickup truck design with a fully modern pow... Read More

2020 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X Review: Same Face, New Guts

By Aaron Bragman on April 14, 2020

Verdict: Nissan put the heart of the all-new 2021 Frontier in the body of the 2020, creating a compelling mix of bulletproof-if-dated old-school Japanese pickup truck design with a fully modern pow... Read More

2020 BMW X1 Review: Delightful to Drive, Confounding to Control

By Jennifer Geiger on April 14, 2020

The verdict: The 2020 BMW X1 delights with powertrain pep and on-road poise, but its multimedia system is a big-time frustration. Versus the competition: Like several others in the class, the X1 de... Read More

2020 BMW X1 Review: Delightful to Drive, Confounding to Control

By Jennifer Geiger on April 14, 2020

The verdict: The 2020 BMW X1 delights with powertrain pep and on-road poise, but its multimedia system is a big-time frustration. Versus the competition: Like several others in the class, the X1 de... Read More

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC300, AMG 63 Review: Fast and Fancy Family Haulers

By Aaron Bragman on April 10, 2020

The verdict:  Stylish, luxurious and blisteringly fast in AMG form, the compact GLC-Class crossover is the C-Class sedan for people who need more cargo space. Versus the competition:  The GLC-Class... Read More

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC300, AMG 63 Review: Fast and Fancy Family Haulers

By Aaron Bragman on April 10, 2020

The verdict:  Stylish, luxurious and blisteringly fast in AMG form, the compact GLC-Class crossover is the C-Class sedan for people who need more cargo space. Versus the competition:  The GLC-Class... Read More