First Drive Reviews

The ID.4 Standard delivers a better driving experience than other sub-$40,000 EVs, with an EPA range rating of 209 miles.

The entire affordable lineup gets an efficiency and range boost—now up to 53 mpg, 33 plug-in electric miles, or an estimated 253 miles for the EV.

A low-drag body and high-speed charging vault Hyundai’s new electric Ioniq 6 into the electric-car lead.

The EQS SUV is a promising reboot of a luxurious, off-road-capable SUV for the electric age.

The RX 450h+ will cost more and weigh more than hybrid versions of the popular Lexus crossover—without remarkable performance or electric range.

All the other electric SUVs might seem a little bland after driving the BMW iX, which can feel equal parts charming and off-putting. Just make sure you’re at peace with the styling.

The GLB is different from the rest of its EV crossover alternatives—and that’s a good thing.

The EQXX shows that efficiency is an all-hands approach, and that making compromises is a slippery slope.

We test drive Cadillac’s flagship SUV EV to see if the Blackwing brand can pivot to battery power without a misstep.

This plug-in hybrid Lincoln outperformed its EPA numbers of 33 mpg and 28 electric miles, but the experience isn’t so electric.

The 2023 Genesis GV60 offers up a luxurious, tech-savvy EV experience, but a big price tag and wobbly suspension give us pause.

The F-150 Lightning outdoes its gasoline counterpart in many respects—and charts new territory as a power broker.

The 2023 Lexus RZ 450e will compete with the likes of the Tesla Model Y, Genesis GV60, Kia EV6, and Hyundai Ioniq 5.

The first Sportage hybrid proves to be the best Sportage, and is a better value than compact crossover rivals.

Vinfast has set an ultra-aggressive timeline for its 2023 VF 8 electric SUV, and a quick drive in a prototype underscores there’s a lot of work that needs to be done in a short period of time.

The first Toyota EV since the “powered by Tesla” RAV4 EV plays well to Toyota strengths, with top efficiency and a thoughtful feature set.

It’s the electric truck for truck buyers, not the truck for EV buyers. Throw away the petty politics. Well played, GM.

The Ariya begins a new era for Nissan EVs—concurrently a technology restart and the debut vessel for space-maximizing futurist design and a fresh interface.

The dual-motor AWD version of VW’s electric crossover measures up in value versus mass-market gasoline models.

Kia’s latest electric car straddles the line between hatchback and crossover, and points the brand forward.