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car-loanz · 5 years ago

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45 most popular SUVs to buy used, ranked by CarMax

There’s lots to love about SUVs. Whether it’s for ferrying family about town, enjoying a road trip in comfort or doing a spot of hauling, these vehicles have you covered.

Their growing popularity is testament to their versatility, but with so many options on the market, it’s always helpful to have some reference points, especially if you’re buying used. Take a look at the 45 most popular SUVs to buy preowned, put together by CarMax, based mainly on sales data for periods of 2018. You can browse the options by different categories across the SUV segment, from AWDs and compacts to three-row and hybrid models.

The GMC Arcadia is one of the most popular three-row utilities to buy used at CarMax.

Compact SUVs

Nissan Rogue

Jeep Cherokee

Ford Escape

Chevrolet Equinox

Ford Explorer

Compact SUVs under $20,000

Nissan Rogue

Ford Escape

Honda CR-V

Toyota RAV4

Jeep Patriot

Midsize SUVs

Ford Explorer

Jeep Grand Cherokee

Kia Sorento

Nissan Pathfinder

Lexus RX350

Three-row SUVs

Ford Explorer

Dodge Journey

Nissan Pathfinder

GMC Acadia

Honda Pilot

Three-row SUVs under $25,000

Ford Explorer

GMC Acadia

Nissan Pathfinder

Chevrolet Traverse

Acura MDX

Crossover SUVs

Nissan Rogue

Ford Escape

Chevrolet Equinox

Honda CR-V

Ford Explorer

AWD SUVs

Nissan Rogue

Honda CR-V

Jeep Wrangler

Jeep Grand Cherokee

Ford Explorer

Hybrid SUVs

Lexus RX-450H

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Infiniti QX60 Hybrid

Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid

SUVs with the best MPG

2015 Honda CR-V (4WD automatic, 2.4L) and 2016 Nissan Rogue (2WD automatic, 2.5L), 32/26 MPG

2015-16 Nissan Rogue (4WD automatic, 2.5L), 31/25 MPG

2015-16 Chevrolet Equinox (2WD automatic, 2.4L), 31/22 MPG

2015 Toyota RAV4 (4WD automatic, 3.2L), 27/20 MPG

2015 Jeep Cherokee (4WD automatic, 3.2L), 27/20 MPG

Shop for your next SUV

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perksofwifi · 5 years ago

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Acura RDX vs. Volvo XC60 Comparison Test: Popular vs. Cool

As anyone with memories of high school can remember, being popular doesn’t always equate with being the coolest kid in class.

The best-selling compact luxury SUV on a retail basis is the Acura RDX. Sure, when you include sales to corporate fleets, Mercedes, Lexus, and Audi sneak by. But when you count sales to folks like you and me, the RDX holds the lead.

It’s popular, and it’s easy to see why. Take the bulletproof MotorTrend 2018 SUV of the Year Honda CR-V platform, give it a stronger powertrain and upgraded AWD system, load it with luxury features, price it smartly, and you got winner winner poulet au vin blanc dinner.

But is it the coolest SUV on the market? Not hardly. In the world of compact crossovers, the trendy kid with the swoopy hair, more stylish clothes, and better musical taste is the Volvo XC60.

So, who would you rather hang out with? We grabbed the keys to our two long termers—a 2019 Acura RDX A-Spec and 2019 Volvo XC60 T5 Momentum—to find out.

Sizing them Up

Despite all the lumberjack marketing for these car-based SUVs, 99 percent of shoppers buy crossovers for hauling around their kids and possessions, not for off-roading. So we’re going to focus on these customer-facing issues first.

The RDX runs on a 108.3-inch wheelbase, with a LxWxH of 186.8 x 74.8 x 65.7 inches. By contrast, the XC60 runs on a 112.8-inch wheelbase, with a LxWxH of 184.6 x 74.9 x 64.8 inches.

What does that actually mean? The Volvo has pushed its wheels to the corners, which theoretically should provide better driving dynamics, and more planted-looking styling, while the Acura has longer overhangs, which should provide more room for cargo. But the problem with numbers is that they can deceive, as we shall see shortly.

Advantage: Tie

Exterior Design

When you ask folks who work for Acura about the front fascias of their cars, they grit their teeth and cross their fingers when they say how much their buyers like them. About the nicest thing you could say is that the Acura starburst grille takes some acclimation. But design is a very personal thing; some owners might ignore the chaotic emblem every time they walk out to their car in the morning. The RDX styling does improve as it works its way toward the back, although the array of sweeping character lines down the flanks is a bit anarchic. The squinty rear-corner windows create huge blinds spot for the driver.

The Volvo is stylish, yet familiar, the ovoid grille and brand logo (the symbol for iron) is the comforting presence of a trusted friend. The Thor’s Hammer headlights are a snazzy detail element. The side sheet metal is sleekly sculpted, and the broad windows provide excellent vision for the driver. The kinked hatch lid is a racy touch.

Advantage: Volvo

Interior

If you like the Transformers movie series, you’ll love the Acura’s multi-faceted center console design—but all those angles create visual chaos. The RDX’s seats are just-OK for a luxury vehicle, and they tend to have a bit of sag in the butt-bone area. Second-row seating is outstanding; although the backrest doesn’t recline, the floor is nearly flat, which increases the amount of perceived space. A 6-foot passenger can easily sit behind a 6-foot driver. Even though the rear seats are arranged stadium style, there is still plenty of headroom.

The Volvo’s interior layout is classy, very Scandinavian, dare I say sexy. It makes you feel like you spent your money well. Its classic lines don’t look like they will be outdated within the next decade. Volvo seats are the best in the business. There’s a bit less backseat room compared to the Acura, but there’s still plenty of room for passengers, just not as much as in the Acura.

Advantage: Volvo

Your Stuff

Cargo space: The Acura has 29.5 cubic feet with the second-row seats up, and a yawning 58.9 cubes with them down. That’s not counting the 1.6 cubic feet available under the cargo floor. The Volvo has 22.4 cubic feet with second-row seats up, but a mere 50.6 cubes with them down.

Even with a sizable 7.1-cubic-foot advantage with the seats up, it seems as though Acura was using a different measuring stick than Volvo. The XC60 is a decent place to stash your stuff, but I audibly gasped when I opened the RDX’s hatch. It seemed so expansive for a relatively small vehicle (and don’t forget the Acura’s commodious second row). Where did all this space come from? It also seems like the hatch opening is a little narrower in the Volvo. But it gets even better for the Acura. Underneath the cargo floor partition is a series of secret stashes for valuables. Acura really knows how to do packaging.

Advantage: Acura

Features and Amenities

This is always a tricky one, especially when comparing trim levels that may not be like-for-like competitors. So we’ll take a step back from optional equipment for a second, and evaluate what you get as standard no matter what model you get.

The RDX starts at $38,595, whereas the XC60 starts at $41,440. Both vehicles’ base models essentially duplicate standard features: faux-leather seats, power tailgate, moonroof, power heated front seats, touchscreen, dual-zone climate control, a suite of safety systems and a 4-year/50,000-mile warranty. The Acura gets standard 19-inch wheels, the Volvo rides on 18-inch wheels. While the Acura offers a 6-year/70,000-mile powertrain warranty (to the Volvo’s 4-year/50,000-miles), the Volvo gives you three years of free maintenance, and you have to pay as you go with the Acura.

Adding the A-Spec trim (which also requires adding the Technology package) to the RDX gets you premium leather, upgraded 20-inch wheels, navigation, more USB ports, blind spot detection, front and rear parking sensors, rear cross-traffic monitors, some cool exterior and interior styling upgrades, and a 16-speaker ELS stereo with HD radio. Combined, these packages add an additional $6,200.

With the Volvo, we would have to spend another 10 grand to get keyless entry, 19-inch wheels, upgraded Harman Kardon stereo, proper leather seats, adaptive cruise control, parking assist, retractable mirrors, power-folding rear seats and headrests, blind-spot detection, and full LED headlights and foglights, among other things.

So it appears you can get both with basically the same features, but Acura seems to carry a significant price advantage to get them.

Advantage: Acura

Stopwatch Performance

Once you get everything and everyone loaded up, you still have to drive the thing. Is either luxury crossover rewarding?

I hate reading paragraphs of “spex spew,” where all the numbers just smash into each other in a confusing mess, so I’m going to bulletpoint their key performance metrics:

2019 Acura RDX A-Spec

Engine: 2.0-liter turbo; 272 hp, 280 lb-ft

0–60: 6.4 sec.

¼-mile: 14.8 sec. @ 94.7 mph

60–0 braking: 116 ft.

Figure-Eight: 27.6 sec. @ 0.61 g

2019 Volvo XC60 T5 AWD

Engine: 2.0-liter turbo; 250 hp, 258 lb-ft

0–60: 6.5 sec.

¼-mile: 15.2 sec. @ 89.5 mph

60–0 braking: 118 feet

Figure-Eight: 27.3 secs @ 0.62 g

So the Acura is a wink quicker off the line, a few car-lengths faster to the quarter-mile, takes two feet less to stop, but is a bit slower around the figure-eight. The XC60 T5 Momentum comes in at 4,130 pounds, nearly 200 pounds porkier than that Acura, which could account for the difference in performance.

Note, however, that Acura only offers one engine choice, while the XC60 lineup also offers a T6 with turbocharging and supercharging (as well as a T8 with an added hybrid system). That can significantly improve your performance, but also take a further bite out of your wallet. At this trim-level—and for the price you’ll pay, I have to say…

Advantage: Acura

Ride & Handling

There’s bench racing, then there’s the actual experience behind the wheel.

The Acura has a great engine that’s looking for a better transmission. Shifts from the 10-speed automatic often feel like they are lagging, but the gear-change itself can be harsh and snatchy. Sport mode helps with transmission logic somewhat. Road test editor Chris Walton notes: “Once it’s underway, the turbo comes on and it really wakes up. The shifts are smooth, but well shy of redline—even in Sport+ and manual shift (where it still auto upshifts).”

The RDX’s ride is choppy, too. Dynamically, testing director Kim Reynolds notes: “It doesn’t meet my expectations. There was too much understeer, lackluster turn-in sharpness, and it isn’t particularly powerful either.” As for the Acura’s vaunted Super Handling AWD, Reynolds couldn’t notice its effects, with a lack of turn-in or rotatability: “It seems rather lackluster relative to its badging.” Brake feel is great upon initial input, and then gets more wooden as your foot digs in harder.

As for the Volvo, the 2.0-liter turbo seems well mated to the eight-speed automatic. Shifts come smoothly, although a bit slower when under full throttle. Driving dynamics feel a bit more plugged in, with a much more controlled ride—although offset bumps do tend to result in a bit of head-toss. Walton states: “Wow, this thing is a blast! Who knew? The XC60 offers a slight bit of rotation on entry and mid-skidpad. Zero understeer. Zero. Incredible balance for an SUV. The steering is light (which I like), and quick.”

The XC60 may take two feet further to stop, but feedback is excellent (though beware the panic-stop belt-cinch which will practically cut your torso in half). A collective, “Well done, Volvo,” from the test team.

Advantage: Volvo

Infotainment/Tech

The RDX may wish to brag about its newfangled touchpad infotainment user interface, but it’s just plain janky according to many staffers, including resident human-factors geek Stefan Ogbac. A multi-step process to search for a radio station with what feels like a 20-year-old Microsoft touchpad is not a modern solution. And Acura’s decision to stick with its button-and-toggle actuations of park, reverse, and drive gears is just begging for driver confusion.

Volvo’s infotainment system is like a giant iPad, so in an automotive application it takes a little getting used to—but it’s not completely inscrutable like the Acura. The user interface is more intuitive, and less distracting in terms of keeping your eyes staying on the road.

Advantage: Volvo

Adaptive Cruise/Autonomy

I didn’t find Acura’s lane-keeping assist especially helpful, but its adaptive cruise control system was acceptable … until it terrified me by almost rear-ending someone stopped at a red light. The car in front of me decided to move into the left-turn lane, which the RDX interpreted to mean launching forward aggressively. If I hadn’t been on my game and interceded with a firm stomp on the brakes, I’d have been looking at an expensive insurance claim. Even weirder, the event didn’t even set off one of the irritating and frequently unnecessary “BRAKE” warning lights on the dashboard instrument panel.

By contrast, Volvo’s smart cruise is precise and predictable at seeing obstacles and breaking cars ahead, though a bit slow to get back up to cruising speed after coming to a halt.

Advantage: Volvo

Value/Cost of Ownership

If you are paying cash on the showroom floor, the Acura wins going away. The as-tested price of our loaded up RDX A-Spec was $46,895, while our XC60 T5 Momentum was $49,440. But that’s just the start of the number crunching.

According to MotorTrend partner IntelliChoice, however, the cost to own the vehicle actually comes out ahead for the Volvo in terms of retained value over a five-year period.

The cost to own the vehicle actually comes out ahead for the Volvo in terms of retained percentage over a five-year period, even if you add 10 grand in options. In pure dollars-spent terms over those five years, though, the Acura still will cost less to own.

For many shoppers, that significant MSRP difference at purchasing time will be a deal-breaker. But strategic thinkers might look longer term.

Advantage: Tie

Conclusion

I have owned and loved both Acuras and Volvos, so conspiracy theorists can take a hike. In this comparison, Volvo takes five categories, Acura takes three, and there are two ties. Seems a clear-cut win for Volvo, but the three categories Acura takes are significant for a SUV comparison: interior space, acceleration, and braking, and the cost of extra features. If those items are priorities, you may be happier with the Acura. However, if your wish list calls for a sharp-looking vehicle that’s fun to drive while also making rush-hour easier, the Volvo XC60 is your cool new friend.

2019 Acura RDX SH-AWD A-Spec 2019 Volvo XC60 T5 AWD (Momentum) DRIVETRAIN LAYOUT Front-engine, AWD Front-engine, AWD ENGINE TYPE Turbocharged I-4, alum block/head Turbocharged I-4, alum block/head VALVETRAIN DOHC, 4 valves/cyl DOHC, 4 valves/cyl DISPLACEMENT 121.7 cu in/1,995 cc 120.2 cu in/1,969 cc COMPRESSION RATIO 9.8:1 10.8:1 POWER (SAE NET) 272 hp @ 6,500 rpm 250 hp @ 5,500 rpm TORQUE (SAE NET) 280 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm 258 lb-ft @ 1,500 rpm REDLINE 6,800 rpm 6,500 rpm WEIGHT TO POWER 14.6 lb/hp 16.5 lb/hp TRANSMISSION 10-speed automatic 8-speed automatic AXLE/FINAL-DRIVE RATIO 4.17:1/2.17:1 3.33:1/2.24:1 SUSPENSION, FRONT; REAR Struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar; multilink, coil springs, anti-roll bar Control arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar; multilink, leaf springs, anti-roll bar STEERING RATIO 12.0:1 16.6:1 TURNS LOCK-TO-LOCK 2.2 3.0 BRAKES, F; R 12.4-in vented disc; 12.2-in disc, ABS 13.6-in vented disc; 12.6-in disc, ABS WHEELS 8.0 x 20-in cast aluminum 8.0 x 19-in cast aluminum TIRES 255/45R20 101V (M+S) Goodyear Eagle RS-A 235/55R19 105V (M+S) Pirelli Scorpion Zero (VOL) DIMENSIONS WHEELBASE 108.3 in 112.8 in TRACK, F/R 64.2/64.7 in 65.1/65.2 in LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT 186.8 x 74.8 x 65.7 in 184.6 x 74.9 x 64.8 in GROUND CLEARANCE 8.2 in 8.5 in APPRCH/DEPART ANGLE 17.2/21.0 deg 23.1/25.5 deg TURNING CIRCLE 38.9 ft 37.4 ft CURB WEIGHT 3,967 lb 4,130 lb WEIGHT DIST, F/R 58/42% 55/45% TOWING CAPACITY 1,500 lb 3,500 lb SEATING CAPACITY 5 5 HEADROOM, F/R 40.0/38.0 in 38.0/38.0 in LEGROOM, F/R 42.0/38.0 in 41.5/38.0 in SHOULDER ROOM, F/R 60.0/57.0 in 58.2/56.3 in CARGO VOLUME BEH F/R 58.9/29.5 cu ft (+1.6 cu ft under floor) 50.6/22.4 cu ft TEST DATA ACCELERATION TO MPH 0-30 2.3 sec 2.2 sec 0-40 3.4 3.4 0-50 4.7 4.7 0-60 6.4 6.5 0-70 8.2 8.7 0-80 10.5 11.9 0-90 13.4 15.3 0-100 16.6 20.4 PASSING, 45-65 MPH 3.2 3.5 QUARTER MILE 14.8 sec @ 94.7 mph 15.2 sec @ 89.5 mph BRAKING, 60-0 MPH 116 ft 118 ft LATERAL ACCELERATION 0.81 g (avg) 0.84 g (avg) MT FIGURE EIGHT 27.6 sec @ 0.61 g (avg) 27.3 sec @ 0.62 g (avg) TOP-GEAR REVS @ 60 MPH 1,550 rpm 1,600 rpm CONSUMER INFO BASE PRICE $46,495 $41,440 PRICE AS TESTED $46,895 $49,440 STABILITY/TRACTION CONTROL Yes/Yes Yes/Yes AIRBAGS 8: Dual front, front side, f/r curtain, front knee 6: Dual front, front side, f/r curtain BASIC WARRANTY 4 yrs/50,000 miles 4 yrs/50,000 miles POWERTRAIN WARRANTY 6 yrs/70,000 miles 4 yrs/50,000 miles ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 4 yrs/50,000 miles 4 yrs/Unlimited miles FUEL CAPACITY 17.1 gal 18.8 gal REAL MPG, CITY/HWY/COMB 19.4/30.9/23.3 mpg 20.3/32.5/24.4 mpg EPA CITY/HWY/COMB ECON 21/26/23 mpg 20/27/23 mpg ENERGY CONS, CITY/HWY 160/130 kW-hrs/100 miles 169/125 kW-hrs/100 miles CO2 EMISSIONS, COMB 0.84 lb/mile 0.86 lb/mile RECOMMENDED FUEL Unleaded premium Unleaded premium

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robertkstone · 6 years ago

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2019 Honda HR-V Sport First Test: New Face, Same Heart

The Honda HR-V is turning 4 years old, which means it’s time for a refresh. For 2019 Honda not only gave its subcompact crossover a face-lift but also added two new trims: Sport and Touring. Following the same naming convention as the refreshed Fit, the 2019 Honda HR-V Sport slots between the LX and EX trims, but there are no mechanical differences. With a unique look inside and outside, a youthful vibe, and better technology, the HR-V Sport is trying to get into the minds of more millennials.

But sport is only in its name. As we found out during our First Test, the HR-V Sport still takes an eternity to get up to speed. Needing 9.6 seconds to reach 60 mph, the HR-V Sport AWD is one of the slowest in its segment, which includes the Jeep Renegade and Hyundai Kona. As in the 2016–2018 models, the 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine still produces 141 hp and 127 lb-ft of torque, and it’s mated to a CVT tranny. Although Honda offered a manual when the HR-V was first launched, all 2019 models will only be available with a CVT. The numbers at the track also reflect a sense of lethargy on the road. When you step on the gas, the engine grunts loudly—not in a good way—and it seems to work hard as it tries to gain speed. When merging on the freeway, it’s best to use the paddle shifters to downshift the transmission one or two gears to get more torque.

The Sport trim suspension is tuned a little differently from the rest of the lineup, with a stabilizer bar that’s wider in the front and narrower in the rear. Its steering is also a bit more responsive, and its all-season tires are wider than those in the rest of the HR-V lineup. If you’re thinking about getting the Sport, you’ll be pleased with the 18-inch alloy wheels, which are exclusive to this trim and provide a better profile look.

I drove the HR-V from L.A. to San Diego and enjoyed most of the ride. Despite being slow, the HR-V is an easy commuter car. The seats are firm and comfortable, but after two and a half hours I was ready for a stretch. When the next generation arrives in about three years, I hope Honda will redesign the center console. The space where the cupholders go is shared with anything else you may put there—phone, key card, etc.—and the center armrest can’t slide forward if you have a bottle of water or soda in the cupholders. I’m also not a huge fan of the USB ports’ location under the shifter, where they’re difficult to access when you’re driving or when the car is parked.

For 2019, the HR-V got a redesigned grille, headlights, bumpers, and taillights, giving it an updated look. Inside, the Sport comes with a 7.0-inch touchscreen that’s compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and for the first time in any HR-V, there’s a volume knob. With the Sport trim, you’ll get a leather-wrapped steering wheel, sport pedals, contrast stitching, a black headliner, and gloss black trim. Honda says it has equipped all 2019 HR-Vs with better sound-deadening materials, but we didn’t notice a huge difference compared to past models.

One of Honda’s advantages over its competitors is exceptional packaging in a small car. Even though the HR-V is a subcompact SUV, it’s pretty spacious inside. With the driver’s seat set to my driving position, I had enough legroom in the back seat to ride comfortably. Headroom is a bit more compromised in the back, but it’s not bad. Another plus is the second-row Magic Seats. These can fold up to allow larger items in the cabin, or they can fold fully flat, leaving a huge cargo space. You can also fold down the passenger-side back seat and fully recline the front passenger seat back for even more space for lager items.

Given that this segment targets millennials, we wish the HR-V Sport had more USB ports; there are only two in the whole cabin and none in the back seat. Rear passengers get a 12-volt outlet, but there are no air vents or a center armrest.

Safety-wise, all EX and above trims come with Honda Sensing, which means they’re equipped with automatic emergency braking, road departure mitigation, adaptive cruise control, and lane keep assist. The 2019 HR-V was named a 2019 IIHS Top Safety Pick, getting Good ratings in all tests except the evaluations for headlights and LATCH hardware for child seats, where it got Acceptable grades. (The Touring’s LED headlights got Acceptable, but the HR-V’s standard halogens on other trims earned a Poor rating.) The trims equipped with Honda Sensing also received a Superior rating in the front crash prevention test.

The $24,665 2019 HR-V Sport AWD is an impressive value, though for about that much money you could step up to a front-drive CR-V LX, which has more space, looks nicer, and drives better. You would lose Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, but I’ve driven the CR-V LX for more than eight months and it’s a great SUV. Within its segment, the HR-V offers excellent interior space, and with two new trims and more technology, we’re sure its sales will keep increasing.

2019 Honda HR-V AWD Sport BASE PRICE $24,665 PRICE AS TESTED $24,665 VEHICLE LAYOUT Front-engine, AWD, 5-pass, 4-door SUV ENGINE 1.8L/141-hp/127-lb-ft SOHC 16-valve I-4 TRANSMISSION Cont. variable auto CURB WEIGHT (F/R DIST) 3,085 lb (60/40%) WHEELBASE 102.8 in LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT 170.9 x 70.5 x 63.2 in 0-60 MPH 9.6 sec QUARTER MILE 17.4 sec @ 80.3 mph BRAKING, 60-0 MPH 114 ft LATERAL ACCELERATION 0.88 g (avg) MT FIGURE EIGHT 27.5 sec @ 0.61 g (avg) EPA CITY/HWY/COMB FUEL ECON 26/31/28 mpg ENERGY CONS, CITY/HWY 130/109 kW-hr/100 miles CO2 EMISSIONS, COMB 0.69 lb/mile

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2019 Toyota RAV4 Is All About Risk and Reward

CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA, California — A niche vehicle at its inception 25 years ago but now practically an entire industry unto itself, the Toyota RAV4’s 2019 redesign sees it take a dramatic turn for the rugged. But rather than being a wanton risk, the change enhances the RAV4’s stature as Toyota’s bestseller and the truck/utility market’s top non-pickup.

The 2019 lineup incorporates nine trim levels—five with the gas-only powertrain and four with the gas-electric hybrid one—and all now share a platform with the Camry and Avalon rather than the Corolla, as in the past. The new RAV4 is a bit wider and offers up to 8.6 inches of ground clearance, but the roofline is slightly lower. The chassis is claimed to be 57 percent more rigid yet lighter than before, and it accommodates wheels up to 19 inches in diameter on the top-of-the-line Limited. The RAV4 has a new 2.5-liter inline four-cylinder gasoline engine and eight-speed automatic transmission, and the all-wheel-drive setup now has available torque-vectoring and rear driveline disconnect.

The thoroughly revised hybrid uses a version of the four-cylinder but routes its power instead through a continuously variable transmission and a unique, electric-assist all-wheel-drive system. Body designers received a green light and, evidently, a set of sushi knives, so the outgoing model’s squinty and somewhat dorky face has been supplanted by a craggy and puckered countenance that suggests that, after years of pursuit, Prospector Pete finally got a smooch from Madame Kitty. LED forward lighting is standard across the board to illuminate the way from your favorite trail back to civilization after a day’s paddle-bike-climb. The scalloped and sculpted sides challenge one’s eye; overall, we see a strong resemblance to other Toyota trucks, especially the Tacoma and 4Runner, and the design holds together pretty well.

Compared with the outgoing model, the new interior offers better outward visibility, a wider center console with side-by-side cupholders, and more backseat legroom. Options such as a panoramic sunroof, digital rearview mirror, eight-inch info screen, and wireless phone charging highlight the features list. The crystal-clear radiance of the optional 11-speaker JBL audio is a shock in a vehicle that costs from $26,545 to $36,745—it’s better than the system we have at home. When the RAV4 is equipped with Remote Connect, you can use a smartwatch app or Amazon Alexa’s Toyota skill to warm up the engine or find out how much fuel is in the tank.

Safety is a primary consideration for RAV4 buyers—and there were about 408,000 of them in 2017, or basically the population of Tulsa—and thus active safety features have increased. Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 is standard even in the entry-level LE and includes pre-collision sensors that, among other things, can detect bicyclists in the daytime (no word as to whether unicyclists will also be spared). The adaptive cruise control is good from a stop all the way to 110 mph, the lane-departure alert with steering assist now can read roads’ crumbly edges, and the RAV4 will also peruse road signs for you and send alerts if necessary. Passive safety includes eight airbags and a trial subscription to Safety Connect for emergencies. Trailer sway control helps, well, control trailer sway, with the Adventure model able to tow up to 3,500 pounds. (The other gas models are capped at 1,500 pounds, the hybrid at 1,750.)

Under the hood, the 2.5-liter four-cylinder meets the battle call readily but is a tad reedy under acceleration. The engine and other components are arranged to look respectable and smart, like a good review of municipal officials. Is this powerplant sophisticated? The 16 variable-action inlet and outlet valves are schooled to jump back and forth between beats as varied as disco, AC/DC, and techno. The high compression ratio of 13.0:1 (14.0: 1 in the hybrid) is like living on Bolivia’s Altiplano and never having a headache while running a marathon. This paragon of a four-banger eschews turbocharging but, in nonhybrid versions, still makes 203 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque while running on 87-octane fuel. The hybrid’s version of the four is rated for 176 horses and 163 pound-feet, but electric assist pushes total horsepower to 219 and allows the gas-electric XSE to dash from 0 to 60 mph in 7.8 seconds, according to Toyota. The automaker says 8.3 seconds is the best a gas-only RAV4 can do. The hybrid’s electric-drive components are more fit and efficient than ever, and its nickel-metal-hydride battery slots neatly under the backseat. The AWD-only 2019 hybrid can achieve an estimated 39 combined mpg—up 7 mpg from the 2018 model.

As mentioned, gas models get an eight-speed automatic transmission, a big upgrade with a wider ratio spread than the previous six-speed. In our driving, it operated invisibly. The hybrid’s continuously variable transmission is responsible for the same old counterintuitive engine mooing under acceleration. Indeed, our enthusiasm lags when a CVT is involved, even as Toyota is attempting to sell the XSE hybrid on its performance—it also has a sport-tuned suspension, they say. “Our goal is to broaden the appeal of the hybrids,” said Lisa Materazzo, Toyota Motor North America vice president, who expects the take rate to jump from 10 to 25 percent.

Our favorite of the bunch was the Adventure, the only gas model not available with front-wheel drive. We sampled a one of those in the alluring Lunar Rock gray with Ice Edge white roof, and the experience and color combo brought to mind a fun time we had years ago with an FJ Cruiser. Today’s two-toner has a skid plate and black slotted wheels with discreet machine finishing—quite easy to touch up after rubbing against rocks—and the Adventure also features the latest AWD driveline with torque-vectoring that funnels power to the wheel or wheels that have traction. We careened around a course at Carmel Valley Ranch, where Toyota hosted this preview, and found ourselves marveling at its tenacity and ability. And it could do even better, we suspect, with rubber more aggressive than the Yokohama Avids fitted to the vehicle we drove.

On the road, every iteration of the new RAV4 impressed with high levels of composure, substantiality, and refinement. The interior is quite serene, although some trim in the Adventure rattled over Carmel Valley Road’s indifferent pavement. The seating position and comfort are tremendous, as is the control layout. USB points abound, and the trim is imaginative and vibrant. We didn’t see our test cars after the wine was poured at dinner, so we can only transmit rumors of excellent nighttime ambience and the digital mirror’s backlighting.

The RAV4 was introduced in Europe and Japan in 1994 and came to North America in 1995. How well we remember our Four Seasons test of that first RAV4. I personally drove it thousands of miles in 1996 and 1997, including a sortie from Automobile’s former home of Ann Arbor, Michigan, to Tacoma, Washington, and back, to interview Richard Griot, founder of the Griot’s Garage catalog. Montana had no posted speed limits back then, and the RAV proved its cheek and contributed to my hearing loss by achieving 90 mph. (The cassette of Nirvana’s Nevermind didn’t help). Everybody at the magazine loved it; none had an idea it would lead a gargantuan category in the United States, selling roughly 14,000 fewer units in 2017 than Audi, Volvo, and Jaguar Land Rover combined.

Now turning 25 years old, this pioneer of compact crossovers has completed its MBA and hasn’t lived with its parents in years. For my own college frat brother who asks what to do when trading in his Honda CR-V next year, the answer is, “Yes, turn your pointy head toward the RAV4.” Moms, dads, doctors, retirees, adventurers, humanities majors, human-resources managers, acolytes, activists, zealots, and zombies will like this vehicle. Sales are going to grow, maybe because the category is expanding but also because the 2019 RAV4 is so appealing, especially compared to baby Jeeps and dowdy Subarus. Toyota’s risky redesign is rousing, and the rewards will be large.

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Quick Take: 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack SE

Not that long ago, it stood to reason that if you wanted an all-wheel-drive hatchback that wasn’t a crossover or an SUV and had a budget of roughly $30,000, you found yourself pretty firmly in Subaru country.

Mazda, Honda, and VW would all gladly sell you a compact five-door car, but if you needed all-wheel-drive with wagon-like utility, you had to either step up to a taller CX-3, CR-V, or Tiguan or raise your budget for a premium vehicle from the likes of Audi, BMW, and others.

The Golf Alltrack is now another option in a niche market that caters to those who have people and gear to haul in weather-prone corners of the U.S., but don’t need a vehicle that towers over others on the road or prefer the sportier driving feel that comes from a lower center of gravity.

Based on the Golf Sportwagon, the Alltrack version swaps the Sportwagon’s front-wheel-drive setup for VW’s 4Motion all-wheel-drive system, while adding 1.4 inches of ground clearance and some rugged-looking, contrasting cladding around its wheel wells.

The lift is courtesy of a taller suspension unique to the Alltrack and allows for nearly seven inches of ground clearance in case you’d like to tackle some minor off-road trails (soft-roading, as it’s often called).

We stayed on paved roads with our Golf Alltrack tester, a middle-of-the-road SE trim level vehicle, but those who think they’ll find themselves off-road frequently might want to look into the optional Off-Road Monitor package which gives data such as steering angle, altitude, and a compass, among other information. All Alltracks have an off-road drive mode and a 1.8-liter turbo-four under the hood, making 170 hp and 199 lb-ft of torque.

Our tester was paired to a six-speed manual transmission. Base S models include a 6.5-inch touch screen infotainment system and heated front seats in the $26,850 base price but stepping up to the SE trim at $30,910 gains an 8.0-inch touch screen system, VW’s Car-Net App-Connect system (with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), an 115V power outlet in the cargo area, a suite of driver assist systems (blind spot monitoring, forward collision warning, and autonomous braking), and a panoramic sunroof. Most of the roughly $4,000 difference in cost can be attributed to the safety tech, we’d guess.

The Alltrack has a cabin that stacks up well with its competitors, offering a fairly high-quality appearance relative to the car’s price. There’s sporty aluminum trim around the dash vents and on the textured pedals, vibrant backlighting for switchgear and instruments, and a small, low-res information display in the instrument panel between the tachometer and speedometer.

Volkswagen’s V-Tex faux leather seats are comfortable, have a quality look and feel and appear ready to stand up to years of wear, while the dash and door tops are all soft-touch, textured plastic. Cargo capacity is of course an Alltrack strong suit, with 30.4 cubic feet of space available with the rear seats upright 66.5 cubic feet with them folded down. The Alltrack’s cargo cover is initially a little difficult to retract but the seats themselves fold down quickly and easily.

On the road, the Golf Alltrack is clearly engineered to be an engaging, sporty driver. While it’s longer and heavier than the Golf GTI or Golf R, that same fun-to-drive DNA exists in the Alltrack’s chassis, with sharp but somewhat light steering, strong brakes, and little body roll for a vehicle of this class. The ride is perhaps firmer with more road feel than you’d find in a Subaru Crosstrek, but we didn’t consider that a downside.

We appreciate the manual transmission being standard and happily rowed our own gears with the light-effort gearstick and clutch. On level ground from a stop, the Alltrack almost won’t let you stall unless you drop the clutch without any gas. Ease off the clutch slowly without applying throttle and the car will move away (very slowly) on its own, which should make it an easy car for those new to manual gearboxes to learn on. Power from the 1.8-liter turbocharged inline-four is good, but this is no rubber-scorcher. Figure 0 to 60 mph in the 7.0-second range with enough power to scoot by slower traffic, though you may need a downshift or two to do it.

We came away impressed with the Golf Alltrack and its mix of rugged yet sleek style, Teutonic practicality and polish, and seemingly high build quality. Do you need an Alltrack over the similar front-wheel-drive Sportwagon? We’d be inclined to opt for the Alltrack if we lived in a snowy climate or a rural area with frequently traveled dirt roads, but for everywhere else we’d likely prefer the increased efficiency and reduced mechanical complexity of a Sportwagon. As they say, your mileage may vary.

2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack SE Specifications

ON SALE Now PRICE $30,910 (base/as tested) ENGINE 1.8L turbocharged DOHC 16-valve I-4/170 hp @ 4,500 rpm, 199 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm TRANSMISSION 6-speed manual LAYOUT 4-door, 5-passenger, front-engine, AWD wagon EPA MILEAGE 21/30 mpg (city/hwy) L x W x H 179.6 x 70.8 x 59.7 in WHEELBASE 103.5 in WEIGHT 3,422 lb 0-60 MPH 7.0 sec (est) TOP SPEED 130 mph

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2018 New Trucks: The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide

The best-selling vehicle in the U.S. isn’t the Camry sedan and it’s not the CR-V crossover — it’s the Ford F-Series lineup of full-size trucks. And although crossovers of all types are leading to sales increases across the industry, trucks still serve an integral part of many automaker lineups. Whether you’re looking into a compact/midsize truck, a full-size pickup, or even a heavy-duty model, keep reading to get a better idea on how today’s trucks have changed from last year’s models, and learn about their basic specs, too. KEY 5M: 5-speed manual 6A: 6-speed automatic 6-sp auto-cl man: 6-speed auto-clutch manual 7-sp twin-cl auto: 7-speed twin-clutch automatic FWD: front-wheel drive AWD: all-wheel drive RWD: rear-wheel drive ALL-NEWAn addition to an automaker’s lineup MAJORSignificant sheetmetal redesign, powertrain, and/or feature changes MINORMidcycle updates, minor powertrain, or feature changes UNCHANGEDMinor trim or package changes, new colors NHTSA AND IIHS SAFETY RATINGS: NHTSA and IIHS safety data is derived from recent model years. INTELLICHOICE Five-year retained value data may apply to common vehicle variants, not an average of all model variants. EPA RATINGS EPA ratings for the 2018 model year are more stringent than before, so keep in mind as you’re new-car shopping that a car with no mechanical changes from 2017 may still get a slightly different rating for 2018. Chevrolet Colorado Base Price: $20,995-$41,155 Body Type: Pickup Unchanged: For 2017, the Chevrolet Colorado received the latest iteration of GM’s 3.6-liter V-6 and an off-road variant called the ZR2. Don’t expect many updates except for more exterior color choices, new convenience features such as push-button start, and possibly a special edition with unique styling details. The Colorado won Motor Trend’s 2015 and 2016 Truck of the Year awards. Also Consider: Toyota Tacoma, GMC Canyon, Honda Ridgeline. Sum Up: The midsize pickup that sets the segment standard. Chevrolet Colorado Base Engine 2.5L/200-hp/191-lb-ft I-4 Opt Engine 3.6L/308-hp/275-lb-ft V-6; 2.8L/181-hp/369-lb-ft t’diesel I-4 Drivetrain Front-engine, RWD/4WD, 6M/6A/8A Towing 3,500-7,700 lb EPA Econ City/Hwy 16-22/18-30 mpg 0-60 mph 7.4-9.5 sec Basic Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles Safety 4 Stars IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 57% * Estimated Chevrolet Silverado Base Price: $29,380-$56,370 Body Type: Pickup Unchanged: The Chevrolet Silverado received a low-speed automatic emergency braking system last year as part of its optional active safety suite, and it got the Teen Driver feature, which allows parents to set limits when young driver is behind the wheel. For 2018, the eAssist variant is available nationwide in the LTZ trim, a rearview camera is standard on all grades, and a 7.0-inch touchscreen comes standard on the WT model. Also Consider: Ram 1500, Ford F-150, GMC Sierra 1500. Sum Up: Still one of the most popular trucks available today. Chevrolet Silverado Base Engine 3.5L/290-hp/267-lb-ft V-6 Opt Engine 5.3L/355-hp/383-lb-ft V-8; 6.2L/420-hp/460-lb-ft V-8 Drivetrain Front-engine, RWD/4WD, 6A/8A Towing 5,500-12,500 lb EPA Econ City/Hwy 15-18/19-24 mpg 0-60 mph 6.0-7.4 sec* Basic Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles Safety 5 Stars IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 59% * Estimated Chevrolet Silverado HD Base Price: $35,255-$59,610 Body Type: Pickup Unchanged: Last year, the Silverado HD got a more powerful diesel option, a hood scoop, and a new air intake system. For 2018, it adds a rearview camera standard on all models, a 7.0-inch touchscreen on the WT trim, and a new grille design for the High Country and Z71 grades. A new generation is due soon; we expect it to get lighter and more powerful to compete with Ram and Ford. Also Consider: Ram 2500/3500, Ford F-Series Super Duty, GMC Sierra HD. Sum Up: When you need your truck to be imposing and capable. Chevrolet Silverado HD Base Engine 6.0L/360-hp/380-lb-ft V-8 Opt Engine 6.6L/445-hp/910-lb-ft t’diesel V-8 Drivetrain Front-engine, RWD/4WD, 6A Towing 12,400-23,200 lb EPA Econ City/Hwy Not Rated 0-60 mph 6.8-8.3 sec* Basic Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 51% * Estimated Ford F-150 Base Price: $28,675-$65,240 Body Type: Pickup Major: The F-150 gets a big update for its 40th year. Along with a revised exterior, there are new or revamped engines with port and direct injection, among them a new 3.0L Powerstroke turbodiesel V-6; only the new-for-2017 3.5L EcoBoost carries over. A six-speed auto is paired with the base 3.3L, but all other engines get a 10-speed auto. Look for more driver-assist tech, as well. Also Consider: Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, Ram 1500. Sum Up: More improvements for the best-selling pickup of the last 20 years. Ford F-150 Base Engine 3.3L/290-hp/265-lb-ft V-6 Opt Engine 2.7L/325-hp/400-lb-ft twin-turbo V-6; 5.0L/395-hp/400-lb-ft V-8; 3.5L/375-450-hp/470-510-lb-ft twin-turbo V-6; 3.0L/271-hp/440-lb-ft t’diesel V-6* Drivetrain Front-engine, RWD/4WD, 6A/10A Towing 5,000-12,000 lb EPA Econ City/Hwy 15-20/18-26 mpg* 0-60 mph 5.2-8.0 sec* Basic Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles Safety 5 Stars IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 58% * Estimated Ford Ranger Base Price: $21,000-$35,000* Body Type: Pickup All-New: Patience, folks. The compact/midsize Ranger has been missing from the U.S. since 2011 but is expected to return in 2019 as an updated version of the body-on-frame Ranger sold in other markets (shown here). Powertrain choices might include a base 2.5-liter naturally aspirated engine, the F-150’s 3.3-liter V-6, and an EcoBoost four-cylinder. It should share a platform with the upcoming Bronco. Also Consider: Toyota Tacoma, Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon. Sum Up: Ford’s smaller truck is making a long-awaited comeback. Ford Ranger Base Engine 2.5L/180-hp/180-lb-ft I-4* Opt Engine 3.3L/290-hp/265-lb-ft V-6*; 2.3L/310-hp/320-lb-ft turbo I-4* Drivetrain Front-engine, RWD/4WD, 6A/10A Towing 3,500-7,500 lb* EPA Econ City/Hwy 18-23/25-32 mpg* 0-60 mph 7.0-9.2 sec* Basic Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles * Estimated Ford Super Duty Base Price: $34,000-$79,000* Body Type: Pickup Unchanged: After a 2017 redesign brought aluminum bodywork, the F-Series Super Duty carries over. Available configurations include F-250, F-350, and F-450 with three cab sizes, two bed lengths, rear- or four-wheel drive, single or dual rear wheels, and gas or turbodiesel engines. The current Super Duty is stronger, lighter, and more powerful than any previous generation. Also Consider: Chevrolet Silverado HD, GMC Sierra HD, Ram HD. Sum Up: Capable enough to be named Motor Trend’s 2017 Truck of the Year. Ford Super Duty Base Engine 6.2L/385-hp/430-lb-ft V-8 Opt Engine 6.7L/440-hp/925-lb-ft t’diesel V-8 Drivetrain Front-engine, RWD/4WD, 6A Towing 12,300-32,000 lb EPA Econ City/Hwy Not Rated 0-60 mph 6.5-8.0 sec* Basic Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles Safety 5 Stars IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 56% * Estimated GMC Canyon Base Price: $21,880-$44,065 Body Type: Pickup Unchanged: Leather upholstery is now available on the All Terrain model. The Canyon comes standard with a 200-hp 2.5-liter I-4, but opt for the turbodiesel, and you’ll receive up to 30 mpg highway and impressive towing capability. An eight-speed auto is paired to the 3.6L V-6. Notable features include an 8.0-inch touchscreen with IntelliLink and an automatic locking rear axle. Also Consider: Toyota Tacoma, Honda Ridgeline, Chevrolet Colorado. Sum Up: Whether Denali or diesel, this small truck has you covered. GMC Canyon Base Engine 2.5L/200-hp/191-lb-ft I-4 Opt Engine 3.6L/308-hp/275-lb-ft turbo V-6; 2.8L/181-hp/369-lb-ft t’diesel I-4 Drivetrain Front-engine, RWD/4WD, 6M/6A/8A Towing 3,500-7,700 lb EPA Econ City/Hwy 7-22/17-30 mpg 0-60 mph 6.8-9.3 sec* Basic Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles Safety 4 Stars IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 56% * Estimated GMC Sierra Base Price: $30,000-$57,050 Body Type: Pickup Unchanged: The Sierra’s base model comes standard with a 7.0-inch touchscreen and a rearview camera. The TPMS includes a tire fill alert system. The truck is offered in base, SLE, SLT, and Denali trims and in regular, double, and crew cab body styles with short or long beds. Packs include the visual Elevation Edition and the off-road All Terrain X pack. An 8.0-inch touchscreen with IntelliLink and a 4G Wi-Fi hot spot are available. Also Consider: Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado, Ram 1500. Sum Up: For those wanting a more premium feel in their full-sized truck. GMC Sierra Base Engine 4.3L/285-hp/305-lb-ft V-6 Opt Engine 5.3L/355-hp/383-lb-ft V-8; 6.2L/420-hp/460-lb-ft V-8 Drivetrain Front-engine, RWD/4WD, 6A/8A Towing 9,500-12,500 lb EPA Econ City/Hwy 15-18/20-24 mpg 0-60 mph 5.8-7.4 sec Basic Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles Safety 5 Stars IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 58% * Estimated GMC Sierra HD Base Price: $35,835-$60,380 Body Type: Pickup Unchanged: GM’s MyLink 7.0-inch radio system and a rearview camera are now standard. A tire fill alert system is new, and the Denali model gets a new grille design. The Duramax 6.6-liter turbodiesel V-8 offers impressive towing capability. The Sierra HD covers your towing needs with available dual rear wheels and a Gooseneck/Fifth Wheel trailering prep package. Also Consider: Ford Super Duty, Ram HD, Chevrolet Silverado HD. Sum Up: Capable heavy-duty from GMC offers as much as 910 lb-ft of torque. GMC Sierra HD Base Engine 6.0L/360-hp/380-lb-ft V-8 Opt Engine 6.6L/445-hp/910-lb-ft t’diesel V-8 Drivetrain Front-engine, RWD/4WD, 6A Towing 12,400-23,300 lb EPA Econ City/Hwy Not Rated 0-60 mph 6.5-8.1 sec* Basic Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles Safety 4 Stars IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 55% * Estimated Honda Ridgeline Base Price: $30,570-$44,060 Body Type: Pickup Unchanged: The Ridgeline enters the 2018 model year with nine trims (down from 12), and the Sport trim now offers White Diamond Pearl and Lunar Silver Metallic. A 10-speed auto might be added to higher trims in a few years, and we hope lower trims get Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality for the 2019 model year. The unibody truck is powered by a 3.5-liter V-6 and can tow up to 3,500 pounds in front-drive form or up to 5,000 pounds with all-wheel drive. Also Consider: Chevrolet Colorado, Toyota Tacoma. Sum Up: Honda’s smooth-riding unibody truck is as intriguing as ever. Honda Ridgeline Base Engine 3.5L/280-hp/262-lb-ft V-6 Opt Engine None Drivetrain Front-engine, FWD/AWD, 6A Towing 3,500-5,000 lb EPA Econ City/Hwy 18-19/25-26 mpg 0-60 mph 7.3-7.6 sec* Basic Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles Safety 5 Stars * Estimated Nissan Frontier Base Price: $20,000-$34,000* Body Type: Pickup Unchanged: Although it hasn’t had any significant updates in years, the Frontier still makes a case as an affordable starter pickup for the DIY crowd. The base four-cylinder is offered in rear-drive only, but the V-6 is available in rear- or four-wheel-drive versions. The next Frontier should be based on the global Navara adapted for the U.S. in a joint venture with Mercedes-Benz. Pictured above is the new Frontier Midnight Edition that adds a gloss-black grille with matching 18-inch alloy wheels and semi-gloss-black step rails, black badging, black side-view mirrors, and a choice of Magnetic Black, Gun Metallic, or Glacier White exterior paint. Also Consider: Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, Toyota Tacoma. Sum Up: A capable old-school pickup in a modern world. Nissan Frontier Base Engine 2.5L/152-hp/171-lb-ft I-4 Opt Engine 4.0L/261-hp/281-lb-ft V-6 Drivetrain Front-engine, RWD/4WD, 5M/6M/5A Towing 3,500-6,500 lb EPA Econ City/Hwy 15-19/21-23 mpg 0-60 mph 7.2-9.5 sec* Basic Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles Safety 4 Stars IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 59% * Estimated Nissan Titan Base Price: $31,000-$57,500* Body Type: Pickup Unchanged: The Midnight Edition treatment spreads to the Titan for 2018, with lots of black exterior details including 20-inch black alloy wheels, and a choice of three exterior colors. Nissan added a King Cab model halfway through 2017. It slots between the Single Cab and Crew Cab. Otherwise, the Titan might not get many changes. Single Cab models feature an 8.0-foot bed, and King Cab and Crew Cab models feature a 6.5-foot bed. King Cab models are available with a segment-exclusive rear-seat delete. An anticipated base V-6 has yet to be released. Also Consider: Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado, Toyota Tundra. Sum Up: Offered in most popular cab/bed combinations and with a generous warranty. Nissan Titan Base Engine 4.0L/261-hp/281-lb-ft V-6* Opt Engine 5.6L/390-hp/394-lb-ft V-8 Drivetrain Front-engine, RWD/4WD, 7A Towing 9,230-9,740 lb EPA Econ City/Hwy 15/20-21 mpg 0-60 mph 6.5-6.9 sec* Basic Warranty 5 years/100,000 miles Safety 4 Stars IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 54% * Estimated Nissan Titan XD Base Price: $33,500-$65,000* Body Type: Pickup Unchanged: Nissan hasn’t announced updates beyond the new-for-2018 Midnight Edition, but the Titan XD gained a new King Cab model with a 6.5-foot bed. It’s between the Single Cab and Crew Cab. The Titan XD is between half-ton and three-quarter-ton pickups. A gas V-8 is standard, and a Cummins turbodiesel V-8 is optional. The Cummins offers more towing than the gas but less than the domestic turbodiesel engines. Also Consider: Ford F-250, Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD, Ram 2500 HD. Sum Up: An in-betweener pickup seeking to carve out a new niche. Nissan Titan XD Base Engine 5.6L/390-hp/394-lb-ft V-8 Opt Engine 5.0L/310-hp/555-lb-ft t’diesel V-8 Drivetrain Front-engine, RWD/4WD, 7A/6A Towing 10,990-12,760 lb EPA Econ City/Hwy Not Rated 0-60 mph 7.4-9.6 sec Basic Warranty 5 years/100,000 miles IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 52% * Estimated Ram 1500 Base Price: $28,500-$61,000* Body Type: Pickup Minor: A new top-spec Laramie Limited Tungsten trim adds luxury. Other changes include a standard rearview camera, a bed-mounted bed light switch, a fleet telematics module for tracking fleet vehicle efficiency, and a new Sport appearance upgrade. Leather is optional on the Rebel. The Uconnect 8.4 system gains Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility, pinch-to-zoom functionality, and more. Also Consider: Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado. Sum Up: The only half-ton pickup with rear coil springs for a smoother ride. Ram 1500 Base Engine 3.6L/305-hp/269-lb-ft V-6 Opt Engine 3.0L/240-hp/420-lb-ft t’diesel V-6; 5.7L/395-hp/410-lb-ft V-8 Drivetrain Front-engine, RWD/4WD, 6A/8A Towing 4,210-10,640 lb EPA Econ City/Hwy 13-21/17-25 mpg 0-60 mph 6.8-8.9 sec* Basic Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles Safety 4 Stars IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 57% * Estimated Ram HD 2500/3500 Base Price: $34,000-$67,000* Body Type: Pickup Minor: Updates include a Limited Tungsten model. A rearview camera and bed-mounted bed light switch are standard. A Sport appearance upgrade is available, and like the 1500, it has an optional fleet telematics module. Also like in the 1500, the Uconnect 8.4 system gains Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility and other new features. The Cummins turbodiesel now cranks out 930 lb-ft. Also Consider: Ford Super Duty, Chevrolet Silverado HD, GMC Sierra HD. Sum Up: Ready for nearly any job. Off-roaders will enjoy the Power Wagon. Ram HD 2500/3500 Base Engine 5.7L/383-hp/400-lb-ft V-8 Opt Engine 6.4L/410-hp/429-lb-ft V-8; 6.7L/350-385-hp/660-930-lb-ft t’diesel I-6 Drivetrain Front-engine, RWD/4WD, 6M/6A Towing 6,820-31,210 lb EPA Econ City/Hwy Not Rated 0-60 mph 8.2-9.4 sec* Basic Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles Safety 4 Stars IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 51% * Estimated Toyota Tacoma Base Price: $25,500-$42,000* Body Type: Pickup Minor: One of the few Toyotas without active safety features, the Tacoma might gain the Toyota Safety Sense-P active safety suite as standard to put it in line with the rest of the Toyota lineup. Expect the Tacoma to carry over with small updates such as new exterior colors and possibly additional tech and convenience features to make the truck more competitive in its segment. Also Consider: Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, Honda Ridgeline. Sum Up: Tough, rugged, and ready for all road surfaces. Toyota Tacoma Base Engine 2.7L/159-hp/180-lb-ft I-4 Opt Engine 3.5L/278-hp/265-lb-ft V-6 Drivetrain Front-engine, RWD/4WD, 5M/6M/6A Towing 3,500-6,800 lb EPA Econ City/Hwy 17-19/20-24 mpg 0-60 mph 6.8-10.0 sec* Basic Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles Safety 4 Stars IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 69% * Estimated Toyota Tundra Base Price: $31,500-$51,500* Body Type: Pickup Minor: All Tundra variants get the Toyota Safety Sense-P active safety suite and a 4.2-inch multi-information display as standard. The TRD Sport trim (shown above) joins the lineup and comes with 20-inch silver alloy wheels, LED headlights, a honeycomb-style grille, TRD Sport–tuned Bilstein shocks, and TRD front and rear anti-roll bars. The 4.6-liter and 5.7-liter V-8s paired to six-speed autos carry over. Also Consider: Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Ram 1500, Ford F-150. Sum Up: Plenty tough but still one of the smaller-volume players. Toyota Tundra Base Engine 4.6L/310-hp/327-lb-ft V-8 Opt Engine 5.7L/381-hp/401-lb-ft V-8 Drivetrain Front-engine, RWD/4WD, 6A Towing 9,800-10,500 lb EPA Econ City/Hwy 13-15/17-19 mpg 0-60 mph 6.6-8.9 sec Basic Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles Safety 4 Stars IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 69% * Estimated The post 2018 New Trucks: The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide appeared first on Motor Trend.

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