First Drive Reviews
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We test drive Cadillac’s flagship SUV EV to see if the Blackwing brand can pivot to battery power without a misstep.
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Review: 2022 Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring plug-in hybrid plays to gas prices, not the future of luxury
This plug-in hybrid Lincoln outperformed its EPA numbers of 33 mpg and 28 electric miles, but the experience isn’t so electric.
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Review: 2022 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid lacks Lightning allure
The plug-in hybrid crossover might not add up for four-season commuters—but it also lacks the design- and tech-savvy of Ford's other recent plug-in models.
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Review: 2023 Genesis GV60 EV is trimmed down and boosted up the luxury ladder from Ioniq 5
The 2023 Genesis GV60 offers up a luxurious, tech-savvy EV experience, but a big price tag and wobbly suspension give us pause.
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First drive review: 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning revolutionizes the pickup truck
The F-150 Lightning outdoes its gasoline counterpart in many respects—and charts new territory as a power broker.
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Test drive review: 2023 Lexus RZ 450e steers for China, and a US niche
The 2023 Lexus RZ 450e will compete with the likes of the Tesla Model Y, Genesis GV60, Kia EV6, and Hyundai Ioniq 5.
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The first Sportage hybrid proves to be the best Sportage, and is a better value than compact crossover rivals.
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Preview drive: 2023 Vinfast VF 8 has a long way to go, and a short time to get there
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.
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First drive review: 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe plugs into the luxury side of the brand with a lot of capability
The Grand Cherokee 4xe has nearly the same specs as the Wrangler 4xe—although it’s not perfect for towing or off-roading.
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First drive review: 2023 Toyota BZ4X EV is set as the sideshow but upstages hybrid headliners
The first Toyota EV since the “powered by Tesla” RAV4 EV plays well to Toyota strengths, with top efficiency and a thoughtful feature set.
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First drive review: 2022 GMC Hummer EV mainlines electric to truck fans
It’s the electric truck for truck buyers, not the truck for EV buyers. Throw away the petty politics. Well played, GM.
Bengt Halvorson -
Preview drive: 2023 Nissan Ariya electric crossover reboots brand's EVs from the inside out
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.
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The dual-motor AWD version of VW’s electric crossover measures up in value versus mass-market gasoline models.
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First drive review: 2022 Kia EV6 electric car is a hoot, and it hits reset for the brand
Kia’s latest electric car straddles the line between hatchback and crossover, and points the brand forward.
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First drive review: 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 plugs into new wave, not the mainstream
Hyundai's first dedicated electric vehicle is darn near perfect, but it doesn't sound eager to cast them out far and wide to customers.
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First drive review: 2022 Volvo XC60 Recharge plug-in hybrid delivers more range and power
More battery for the XC60 Recharge T8 gives it an estimated 32 electric miles, quicker acceleration, and the only one-pedal driving mode in a PHEV.
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First drive review: 2022 Volvo C40 Recharge trades function for style
The 2022 Volvo C40 Recharge is a rolling fashion statement; but at 225 estimated EPA miles, it delivers more range than its boxier sibling.
Joel Feder -
First drive review: 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT upgrades performance without losing range
The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT offers a significant boost in power and acceleration over the standard Mach-E, but does so without sacrificing any of the Mach-E's 270 miles of estimated range.
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The 2022 Lucid Air is an EV tech and range leader, but it’s also graceful and fun.
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First drive review: 2022 Rivian R1T shines as the North Star of utility vehicles
While we didn’t test the R1T’s 314-mile range, its combination of on-road and off-road performance plus off-the-grid sensibilities is unprecedented.
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First drive review: 2022 Polestar 2 single motor beats Tesla on build quality, remixes priorities
The 2022 Polestar 2 offers 265 miles of range but doesn’t doesn’t quite measure up to the Tesla Model 3 in interior space or fast-charging.
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First drive review: 2022 Polestar 2 dual-motor revisits the value equation
The dual-motor Polestar 2 still hustles from 0-60 mph in a brisk 4.45 seconds, but now it has up to 249 miles of EPA-rated range. And it costs less than last year’s model.
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First drive review: 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid finds a new middle ground for efficient family SUVs
The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid is rated at 32 mpg combined and is a pleasant-driving alternative sized between the Toyota RAV4 and Highlander Hybrids.
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First drive review: 2022 Audi E-Tron GT and RS E-Tron GT opt for touring comfort over Taycan sharpness
The 2022 Audi E-Tron GT and RS E-Tron GT zig where the Porsche Taycan zags, offering more of a grand touring experience rather than a sporty one.
Brian Wong