#2020 Toyota Highlander Car And Driver

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Current Driver Profiles: Liam Lawson

Updated December 2024

Name: Liam Lawson

Age: 22

Nationality: New Zealander

Years in F1: Less than 1 ( October 2024 VCARB, Red Bull Present)

Number: 30

WDCs: N/A

Driving Style: Lawson is noted as a particularly adaptive driver. He seems to mesh well with many different cars, series, and styles. He is noted for his adaptability due to the fact that he regularly enters new series and shows good results quickly. Beyond that he is an assertive driver, but not as aggressive and reckless as some rookies can be. However, this lower amount of aggression meant he was less forceful in overtaking situations. Also his general lack of experience in an F1 car is a downside.

History:

Lawson was born to a relatively middle-class family, with a father who had a passion for Motorsport racing. This got Lawson involved from a very young age, and he started karting professionally at age 6. He had a very successful karting career, winning his first national title in 2012 when he won the Cadet class of the NZ CIK Championship. In 2013 he won his second national title in Junior Restricted and also finished runner-up in the NZ Schools Championship. 2014 he added two more national karting titles, winning Junior Restricted in both the NZ Sprint Championship and NZ Schools.

(Lawson during his karting days)

2015 he made his single-seater debut in the Formula First Manfield Winter Series taking a win and ten podiums to finish 2nd in the standings that year.overall. A few months later he took part in the NZ Formula First championship, taking a win and three podiums, getting 6th in the standings and winning Rookie of the Year. The following year, Lawson graduated to the NZ F1600 Championship Series where he dominated, claiming fourteen of the fifteen victories on offer to become the youngest champion in not just the series' history, but the youngest ever Formula Ford champion in world at the time.

(Lawson with his Formula Ford car)

In 2017, Lawson moved up to the Australian F4 championship, taking five wins to finish 2nd in his rookie season. 2018 Lawson remained at Formula 4 level, moving across to contest the ADAC Formula 4 championship with Van Amersfoort Racing (home to many future F1 drivers) and won three times, which saw him claim his second consecutive F4 runner up position.

(Lawson during his time at German F4)

Lawson took part in the Toyota Racing Series for the 2019 season and had a fantastic season. Lawson dominated on debut at Highlands, taking two races wins. He won three more times across the season along with multiple podium finished, and secured the title before the season was even over. He would take part in many other series over the next couple of years.

(Lawson after a race win in the 2019 Toyota Racing Series)

He competed in F3, but had middling results, is highest standings finish being 3rd in 2020. He moved on to F2 in 2021, where he had another middling season. He did achieve one win and three podiums, but finished 9th in the standings. He also competed in DTM during that year, having a very tight season and finishing 2nd in the standings. 2022 F2 was a much better year, as he had multiple race wins and podiums. He finished 3rd in the season, and had dropped from 2nd due to some unfortunate results in the latter half of the season.

(Lawson in his 2021 F2 car)

2023 Lawson took part in Super Formula, showing immediate pace and skill, and claimed three wins, multiple podiums, and many high-points finishes. He unfortunately finished 2nd in the standings, and did not return to Super Formula in 2024. During the 2023 year, Lawson also subbed in for an Injured Daniel Riccardo on the AlphaTauri team. He had held a connection to F1 for many years, joining the Red Bull Junior Team in 2019, and had served as their reserve driver for both AlphaTauri and Red Bull starting 2022. His time with AlphaTauri was decent. he did only score points once, but he also did finish higher than his teammate during this time.

(Lawson during the 2023 season with Alpha Tauri)

Once Riccardo returned, Lawson was kept as a reserve driver, a role he held until he was promoted up to the VCARB (AlphaTauri) seat for the remainder of the 2024 season, replacing Daniel Riccardo permanently. His first race as an official F1 driver was the 2024 COTA GP, where he had a brilliant performance. He ended the season 21st in the standings with 4 points scored total.

For the 2025 season, In a surprise move by Red Bull, he was announced for the second Red Bull seat replacing Checo Perez and partnering 4x WDC Max Verstappen.

(Lawson with F1 driver Sergio Perez)

Major Races (including non F1):

2021 DTM Championship Norisring Finale - A race that showed off his great skill and pace, it was marred by a controversial scrape with Kevin van der Linde, his title rival. Mid-race, van der Linde made contact with Lawson and forced him into the gravel, which ultimately lost Lawson the title.

2021 F2 Monaco Sprint - He won this race with a stellar drive, showing his high handling skills and cool head around a very complex circuit. This helped him attract serious F1 attention.

2023 Singapore GP - His first F1 points every score, Lawson showed remarkable perseverance in one of the most physically demanding races of the season. Only his third race in F1, he showed great composure and fantastic race craft.

2023 Super Formula Fuji - His time in SF was all around positive, and at Fuji he dominated the track. He showcased great control in mixed conditions and showed he could handle a high-downforce car, important in F1.

Cheers,

-B

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By • Olalekan Fagbade Suspected armed robbery member confesses: ‘I bought gun for gang to aid our operations operations’     A member of a syndicate allegedly involved in snatching vehicles in Nigeria and taking them across the border to Ouagadougou, the capital of Burkina Faso, Alhaji Rashidi Salami, has spoken on how he started the crime about 10 years ago, to the extent that he even purchased a gun from outside Nigeria for N250,000 to aid the gang’s operation. Salami also opened up on how he was arrested charged to court and jailed over the same issue, but decided to return to his vomit after serving prison term. Salami, aged 50, was among the suspects recently paraded by the Oyo State Police Command for various offences. In his maiden press briefing, the Commissioner of Police in the state, Adebola Ayinde Hamzat, told journalists of how the trans-border armed robbers were nabbed. CP Hamzat said that through intelligence gathering, a team of police operatives attached to the Monitoring Unit, led by the commander, CSP Olusola Aremu, learnt of the activities of a trans-border armed robbery syndicate that specialised in using motorbikes to intercept and snatch exotic vehicles at gunpoint from unsuspecting members of the public at different locations in the state. The team reportedly swung into action, resulting in the initial arrest of two suspected members identified as OluwaseunAbiodun Sofolahan and Abiodun Mojeed Lameed and the recovery of a locally-made gun. When interrogated, the suspects confessed to snatching exotic vehicles, including Toyota Highlander SUV, a Lexus SUV and three Toyota Corolla cars from their owners along Ibadan-Oyo expressway and other locations within Ibadan metropolis. CP Hamzat stated further that the suspects’ confessional statements led to the arrest of Rashidi Salami and Aliu Soliu, who used to collect the vehicles from the armed robbers for immediate transportation to Ouagadougou for sale. “The duo confessed to have received all the stolen vehicles and moved them across the border to Burkina Faso where they were sold to another criminal cartel,” the police boss added, saying that investigation was still ongoing. Nigerian Tribune learnt that Lameed was the one who used to carry other gang members on bike while Oluwaseun would be in possession of gun. What they usually did was to block their victims and rob them of vehicles or motorcycles. Oluwaseun, aged 35 and Abeokuta-born but Oyo-based, narrated his foray into crime world: “I was a welder but joined armed robbery gang in 2020 when things became rough for me. I will blame myself for yielding to bad friendship and peer pressure. “I met Alhaji Salami who promised to buy a gun for me. I met him through my friends – Bola, Sunday and Sheriff – at joints, though I only smoke cigarette. I knew my friend, Sheriff, at Bodija market. I got connected with others through him. Sheriff told me that he was a buyer of snatched vehicles and asked me to join his robbery gang to snatch vehicles for Alhaji. I’ve snatched three vehicles for him. He told us he used to take the vehicles to Ouagadogou, Burkina Faso, for sale.” “We usually targeted anyone parking on a street at night. We would open the car door on the driver’s side and force its owner out at gunpoint. Out of the three vehicles I got for Alhaji, he paid N700,000 for the first one, a Toyota Highlander SUV, out of N1 million he promised to pay for it. I got N150,000 as my share. The second one was a Lexus SUV and he paid N800,000, telling us that he needed to carry out repairs because it was faulty. The third one was a Toyota Camry (muscle) car. Alhaji gave me the gun and cartridges. “I was arrested while sleeping in a woman’s house. She was my benefactor and I used to stay in her house whenever I was in Ibadan. My bag was recovered and a gun was seen in it.” The second suspect, Lameed, an Ibadan indigene, aged 40, told the Nigerian Tribune that he was a vulcaniser until the machine stoppe

d working. “I bought a motorcycle, paying in instalments. I became a commercial motorcyclist and met Oluwaseun through it. “On the day I first picked him, he paid me handsomely and asked if I could come back to pick him. I agreed. That was how we became close. On a particular day, I picked him again and he told me to wait after getting to his destination, saying that we would return together. “As I got there, he opened up, telling me that he was into car snatching. I agreed to join him. I joined the gang this year and followed others to a robbery operation, but I didn’t get any money because the Alhaji told us that the Camry car could not be taken across the border since it was faulty.” Salami, who hailed from Saki, confessed to being a receiver of snatched vehicles and an expert in transferring them across the Nigeria-Burkina Faso border. He said that he started receiving vehicles from armed robbers about 10 years ago. “After getting the vehicles from armed robbers, I would take them across the border to Ouagadougou in Burkina Faso where the buyers who are Nigerians would be waiting. “I was once arrested and paraded in Ibadan. I was charged to court and sentenced. I spent 18 months in prison. After regaining freedom, I rested for some time before starting the operations again,” he said. He disclosed that he had received three vehicles from the arrested armed robbers after his release from prison but couldn’t take one of them to Ouagadougou because it stopped functioning along the way. He said that he called others to inform them. “I was on the way when the vehicle stopped working. I called the syndicate members to inform them and abandoned the vehicle at the spot and quickly left. I was afraid I would be caught if it was tracked and traced,” Salami stated. He also confessed to buying a locally-made gun from a French country for one of the arrested suspects, Oluwaseun. According to him, “I contacted Soliu to help me purchase the gun and paid N250,000 for it. I was told that the locally-made guns over there are better than those in Nigeria.” Blaming the devil for his involvement in crime, Salami said that his family members warned him to desist from such negative act but he did not listen to them. “The wife I had then left me and I just married another one. I will never be involved in crime again,” he promised. In his own confession, Soliu said that he knew Salami when he was bringing parboiled rice and cowhide (ponmo) from Ouagadougou to Nigeria. “Things went down for me and he told me he was a car dealer, asking me to join him in the business. I didn’t know he was receiving snatched vehicles. I went with him just once and he gave me N150,000. He was the one who sent me with money to the man he got the gun from. I didn’t know what it was until he unwrapped it in my presence and I saw the gun. I stopped working with him but was recently arrested,” Soliu said. #aidrobberyoperations #gun

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2020 Toyota 4Runner Review

2020 toyota 4runner: 5 pros and 4 cons. Toyota has actually given its 4runner a number of updates for 2020, bringing this suv's rugged appearances and off-road capability into the new decade. Related: 2020 toyota 4runner review: in your home. Find out more. Need to purchase a car during the covid-19 coronavirus outbreak? read this prior to you do. 10 biggest newspaper article of the week: 2020 chevrolet corvette trounces telluride. 2020 toyota 4runner: everything you need to understand. 2020 toyota 4runner evaluation: at home where the sidewalk ends. 10 most significant chicago auto program stories: 2021 genesis gv80 quits little ground. Within toyota's lineup, the 4runner is positioned above the rav4 compact crossover and along with the highlander midsize crossover. Cargurus has evaluated the toyota 4runner numerous times in current years, recognizing it with the following overall scores: 8. 2 (2014 ), 7. 3 (2015 ), and 7. More about the 2020 Toyota 4Runner Conditions apply. Crawl control is designed for driving on challenging terrain at low speeds. It helps the driver by managing acceleration and braking, allowing the driver to concentrate on steering. The toyota 4runner is designed to fulfill off-road driving requirements, but off-roading is naturally harmful. The original 4runner was a compact suv and bit more than a toyota pickup truck with a fiberglass shell over the bed, however the model has actually since gone through significant independent advancement into a cross between a compact and a mid-size suv. All 4runners have been integrated in japan at toyota's plant in tahara, aichi, or at the hino motors (a toyota subsidiary) plant in hamura. The 4runner was available in at number 5 in a 2019 research study by iseecars. Com ranking the longest-lasting vehicles in the us. The 4runner had 3. 9percent of vehicles over 200,000 miles (320,000 km), according to the research study. The trekker was among the first prototype walk through conversions done to toyota trucks in the early 1980s. They resembled the successive 4runner conversions done by toyota, which started production in 1984, however were designed and built by winnebago markets with the approval of toyota. The trekker was no longer viable when toyota started producing the 4runner in 1984, having in essence functioned as a marketing test vehicle for that car. Thus, the very first generation is almost mechanically similar to the toyota hilux. All very first generation 4runners had two doors and were indistinguishable from the pickups from the dashboard forward. Almost all changes were to the latter half of the body; in fact, since the rear springs were not updated to bear the additional weight from the rear seats and fiberglass top, these early models tended to experience a drooping rear suspension. Related 2020 Toyota 4Runner details All 2020 4runners receive toyota's safety sense p (tss p), an integrated suite of driver-assistance features including a pre-collision system with autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-departure caution, and automatic high-beams. A brand-new infotainment system increases in screen size from 6. 1 to 8. In our very first drive review of the 2020 toyota 4runner trd pro, we were impressed by its off-road capability, stating that "'although the 4runner is old, it showed to be plenty capable on the trail." we were also pleased with the enhancements made to the vehicle's driver's assistants and infotainment systems, and felt that those looking to purchase a 4runner should absolutely wait for the 2020 model, as these updates actually make a difference in the interior and safety. Read what other owners consider the 2020 Toyota 4Runner. Shoppers also think about. Toyota's old-school 4runner hasn't changed a lot for many years, but its competitors have. Vehicles such as the nissan pathfinder, when an authentic suv ready to take on gnarly terrain, have actually given that morphed into crossovers with less off-road capability. The 2020 toyota 4runner keeps its status as a tough, off-road prepared suv that uses a more civilized option to vehicles like the jeep wrangler, particularly when discovered in trd off-road or trd pro trims. It's likewise a fairly comfy daily driver that can seat up to 7 passengers throughout 3 rows, and it can tow approximately 5,000 pounds. Toyota 4Runner vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee The same can be stated, to varying degrees, of models like the ford explorer and chevrolet blazer. That leaves just 2 primary rivals: the jeep grand cherokee and jeep wrangler unlimited. Offered the shift in buyers' preferences, its shrinking segment, and its antiquated style, one would presume the 4runner's best days were in the past. Get the base 4runner in gray, beat the hell out of it and keep it for 20-plus years. That's what i suggest. Your other options are the jeep grand cherokee ($32,150), which is even more refined and outsells 4runner by a nation mile. Toyota 4Runner vs. Toyota Highlander 2020 toyota 4runner trd pro: 3 things that make it a pro in the city. 10 most significant news stories of the week: 2021 genesis gv80, gmc yukon do it. 2020 chicago auto show: everything you missed out on. 2021 toyota highlander xse and unique 4runner, tacoma tundra identify themselves. While more recent midsize trucks are much smoother on the road, the 4runner is stiff and bouncy, jouncing along the highway. If you prepare to use your brand-new suv for travelling, something like the brand-new toyota highlander or smaller rav4 are most likely a much better bet. Toyota 4Runner vs. Toyota Tacoma But, that's exactly for how long it's been considering that toyota introduced the latest version of its venerable midsize suv. The fifth-generation 4runner debuted for the 2010 model year, using rather tighter interior accommodations compared to its predecessor and sharing various bits and pieces with the tacoma pickup an fj cruiser suv. Our experts' favorite 4Runner safety features: Rear spoiler, mp3 player, privacy glass, keyless entry, child safety locks. Toyota limited with magnetic gray metallic outside and black interior features a v6 cylinder engine with 270 hp at 5600 rpm *. Choice packagesrunning boards. Serviced here, locally owned and traded here!experts conclude'the 4runner's v6 produces a healthy 270 horsepower, ideal when you need to pass slower traffic or tow heavy loads. What do individuals consider the 2020 Toyota 4Runner? The 2018 toyota 4runner is a body-on-frame sport energy, meaning it's truck-based instead of car-based as would be a crossover-suv. This indicates that the 4runner might not be for everyone, but it does fit a specific market and segment of needs. The 2018 4runner needs to be thought of as a pickup truck with more seating capable of bring a fair variety of people and pulling a fair amount of trailer and cargo. As such, the japanese maker didn't change much of anything on the 2013 toyota 4runner. Many people would neglect this midsize suv at first glance, however it does have some extremely rugged and useful features that might attract buyers searching for recognized dependability. What's an excellent price for a New 2020 Toyota 4Runner? Different package updates followed in 2018, and after that a black-accented nightshade special edition showed up for the 2019 model year. Cargurus tested the 2019 4runner, eventually recommending the sr5 premium 4wd model based on its available features and sub-$40,000 starting price. As the toyota 4runner entered the 2020 model year, it went through a host of considerable upgrades, the least of which was the introduction of a venture trim level accented by distinct wheels and a standard roofing system rack. I finally get the love for the toyota 4runner. I almost got it in the past, now that i have actually spent a week in one, i'm feeling a connection to the loud, unrefined, semi-slow, old suv. Beginning with the excellent, the 4runner's looks are simply traditional and identifiable. Should I lease or buy a 2020 Toyota 4Runner? Such has been the appeal of the toyota 4runner, a rear-wheel-drive (rwd) or 4-wheel-drive (4wd) model that has actually filled that function since it was initially introduced in the mid-1980s. Now, as one of the couple of midsize suvs still on the marketplace, the up-to-7-passenger 4runner continues to bring in buyers who want to venture far off the beaten course, or a minimum of would like to know their vehicle can do so at a moment's notice. A new, sixth-generation 4runner is stated to be in development but, at the time of this writing, no details have actually been launched. 2003-2009 toyota 4runner: 4th generation. Aside from pickup trucks and some very popular cars, couple of vehicle nameplates have been around regularly for more than thirty years. Up to $500 refund on a new toyota 4runner. Not valid on unique lease/preferred choice deals, apr programs or vehicles otherwise omitted based on the terms and conditions. Must be 18 years of age or older and have a valid driver's license.

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2020 Toyota 4Runner Review

2020 toyota 4runner: 5 pros and 4 cons. Toyota has provided its 4runner numerous updates for 2020, bringing this suv's rugged appearances and off-road capability into the new years. Related: 2020 toyota 4runner evaluation: at home. Learn more. Need to buy a car during the covid-19 coronavirus outbreak? read this prior to you do. 10 greatest newspaper article of the week: 2020 chevrolet corvette trounces telluride. 2020 toyota 4runner: everything you require to understand. 2020 toyota 4runner review: in the house where the walkway ends. 10 greatest chicago auto program stories: 2021 genesis gv80 quits little ground. Within toyota's lineup, the 4runner is placed above the rav4 compact crossover and along with the highlander midsize crossover. Cargurus has actually examined the toyota 4runner several times in current years, acknowledging it with the following overall scores: 8. 2 (2014 ), 7. 3 (2015 ), and 7. More about the 2020 Toyota 4Runner Conditions apply. Crawl control is designed for driving on tough terrain at low speeds. It assists the driver by managing velocity and braking, allowing the driver to concentrate on steering. The toyota 4runner is designed to satisfy off-road driving requirements, but off-roading is naturally unsafe. The original 4runner was a compact suv and little bit more than a toyota pickup truck with a fiberglass shell over the bed, however the model has actually because undergone significant independent development into a cross in between a compact and a mid-size suv. All 4runners have been integrated in japan at toyota's plant in tahara, aichi, or at the hino motors (a toyota subsidiary) plant in hamura. The 4runner can be found in at number five in a 2019 study by iseecars. Com ranking the longest-lasting vehicles in the us. The 4runner had 3. 9percent of vehicles over 200,000 miles (320,000 km), according to the research study. The traveler was among the very first prototype walk through conversions done to toyota trucks in the early 1980s. They were similar to the successive 4runner conversions done by toyota, which started production in 1984, however were designed and built by winnebago industries with the approval of toyota. The traveler was no longer practical when toyota started producing the 4runner in 1984, having in essence served as a marketing test vehicle for that car. Hence, the first generation is nearly mechanically similar to the toyota hilux. All first generation 4runners had two doors and were indistinguishable from the pickups from the dashboard forward. Nearly all changes were to the latter half of the body; in reality, due to the fact that the rear springs were not updated to bear the additional weight from the rear seats and fiberglass top, these early models tended to suffer from a drooping rear suspension. Associated 2020 Toyota 4Runner details All 2020 4runners get toyota's safety sense p (tss p), an incorporated suite of driver-assistance features including a pre-collision system with self-governing braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, and automatic high-beams. A brand-new infotainment system increases in screen size from 6. 1 to 8. In our very first drive evaluation of the 2020 toyota 4runner trd pro, we were impressed by its off-road capability, mentioning that "'although the 4runner is old, it proved to be plenty capable on the path." we were also pleased with the enhancements made to the vehicle's driver's assistants and infotainment systems, and felt that those wanting to purchase a 4runner should certainly wait for the 2020 model, as these updates really make a difference in the interior and safety. Read what other owners think about the 2020 Toyota 4Runner. Shoppers also think about. Toyota's old-school 4runner hasn't altered a good deal over the years, however its competitors have. Vehicles such as the nissan pathfinder, when a real suv all set to deal with gnarly terrain, have since changed into crossovers with less off-road capability. The 2020 toyota 4runner preserves its status as a tough, off-road all set suv that offers a more civilized alternative to vehicles like the jeep wrangler, especially when discovered in trd off-road or trd pro trims. It's also a fairly comfy day-to-day driver that can seat approximately 7 passengers throughout three rows, and it can tow up to 5,000 pounds. Toyota 4Runner vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee The exact same can be said, to differing degrees, of models like the ford explorer and chevrolet sports jacket. That leaves only two main competitors: the jeep grand cherokee and jeep wrangler unlimited. Offered the shift in buyers' preferences, its shrinking sector, and its old design, one would assume the 4runner's best days were in the past. Get the base 4runner in gray, beat the hell out of it and keep it for 20-plus years. That's what i recommend. Your other choices are the jeep grand cherokee ($32,150), which is far more refined and outsells 4runner by a nation mile. Toyota 4Runner vs. Toyota Highlander 2020 toyota 4runner trd pro: 3 things that make it a pro in the city. 10 biggest news stories of the week: 2021 genesis gv80, gmc yukon do it. 2020 chicago auto program: whatever you missed out on. 2021 toyota highlander xse and special 4runner, tacoma tundra identify themselves. While newer midsize trucks are much smoother on the road, the 4runner is stiff and bouncy, jouncing along the highway. If you prepare to utilize your brand-new suv for travelling, something like the new toyota highlander or smaller sized rav4 are most likely a better bet. Toyota 4Runner vs. Toyota Tacoma But, that's exactly for how long it's been given that toyota presented the latest model of its venerable midsize suv. The fifth-generation 4runner debuted for the 2010 model year, providing rather tighter interior accommodations compared to its predecessor and sharing different bits and pieces with the tacoma pickup an fj cruiser suv. Our professionals' preferred 4Runner safety features: Rear spoiler, mp3 player, privacy glass, keyless entry, child safety locks. Toyota limited with magnetic gray metallic exterior and black interior features a v6 cylinder engine with 270 hp at 5600 rpm *. Alternative packagesrunning boards. Serviced here, locally owned and traded here!experts conclude'the 4runner's v6 produces a healthy 270 horse power, best when you require to pass slower traffic or tow heavy loads. What do individuals think about the 2020 Toyota 4Runner? The 2018 toyota 4runner is a body-on-frame sport utility, implying it's truck-based rather than car-based as would be a crossover-suv. This indicates that the 4runner may not be for everyone, but it does fit a certain market and sector of requirements. The 2018 4runner must be thought of as a pickup truck with more seating capable of carrying a fair number of people and hauling a reasonable quantity of trailer and cargo. As such, the japanese producer didn't change much of anything on the 2013 toyota 4runner. The majority of people would overlook this midsize suv initially glimpse, however it does have some extremely rugged and useful features that might attract purchasers trying to find known reliability. What's a good price for a New 2020 Toyota 4Runner? Different package updates followed in 2018, and then a black-accented nightshade special edition arrived for the 2019 model year. Cargurus evaluated the 2019 4runner, ultimately advising the sr5 premium 4wd model based upon its available features and sub-$40,000 beginning price. As the toyota 4runner got in the 2020 model year, it went through a host of considerable upgrades, the least of which was the introduction of a venture trim level accentuated by unique wheels and a standard roofing system rack. I lastly get the love for the toyota 4runner. I nearly got it previously, now that i have actually spent a week in one, i'm feeling a connection to the loud, unrefined, semi-slow, old suv. Starting with the excellent, the 4runner's appearances are just timeless and recognizable. Should I lease or buy a 2020 Toyota 4Runner? Such has actually been the appeal of the toyota 4runner, a rear-wheel-drive (rwd) or 4-wheel-drive (4wd) model that has filled that role since it was initially introduced in the mid-1980s. Now, as one of the few midsize suvs still on the marketplace, the up-to-7-passenger 4runner continues to bring in buyers who want to endeavor away the beaten course, or at least want to know their vehicle can do so at a moment's notice. A brand-new, sixth-generation 4runner is stated to be in development however, at the time of this writing, no details have been launched. 2003-2009 toyota 4runner: 4th generation. Aside from pickup trucks and some very popular cars, couple of vehicle nameplates have been around consistently for more than thirty years. As much as $500 rebate on a brand-new toyota 4runner. Not valid on unique lease/preferred alternative transactions, apr programs or vehicles otherwise left out based on the conditions. Must be 18 years of age or older and have a valid driver's license.

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2020 Toyota Highlander Changes, Price, Release Date

2020 Toyota Highlander Changes, Price, Release Date

2020 Toyota Highlander Changes, Price, Release Date– In all the 6 of the offered trim levels, the Highlander is definitely a wide open and furthermore comfy spot to be. Its modified entrance and furthermore rears have not impacted the other package; even with everything, it presents your choice of 2 commander’s car seats or perhaps an about three-man seating situated inside the next range. For…

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2023 Hyundai Palisade | Review & Road Test

For the latest Hyundai Palisade pricing and information: This is the Hyundai Palisade and as you can see, it’s gotten some work done. With a revised front fascia, interior, and the introduction of a new rugged trim, it’s received, all together now, a mid-cycle refresh. Here’s some quick details. Introduced in 2020, this is Hyundai’s biggest vehicle. It’s a 7 or 8 seat mid-size SUV that shook up the car market when it arrived, presenting a practical and stylish alternative to its competition. Propelling Hyundai’s big boy is still a 3.8L V6 making 291 hp (291 hp/ 262 lb-ft) linked to an 8-speed automatic transmission. FWD is standard and AWD is available on all trims for an extra $1,900. Fuel economy on par with the segment (FWD 19 city / 27 hwy, graphic: AWD 19 city/ 25 hwy) but a hybrid option would be nice right about now, and if you plan on towing the Palisade has a Max tow capacity of 5000 lbs. In the cargo area there’s (18 cu-ft) behind the 3rd row, fold down the 3rd row seats for (45.8 cu-ft), and for maximum volume, the second and 3rd row folded yields (86.4 cu-ft). And on the subject of seats, 8 passenger seating is only available on the lowest 2 SE and SEL trims. Higher trims feature captains chairs. Applied to the pavement, the Palisade drives well. It has predictable handling and provides a graceful and confident ride. Honestly the Palisade has some easy road manners, which is good because if you’re using this to haul around family, you want the easiest ride you can get. Visibility is good in the but if you do need it, there’s standard blind spot monitoring. Some other standard safety features will include forward collision assist with pedestrian detection, Lane follow and lane keep assist, and navigation based smart cruise control with stop & go and curve control. Power delivery in the Palisade is adequate, put your foot down and it gets you moving. I like that the V6 has a pretty linear power delivery that you won’t really feel on a lot of turbo powered SUVS. Base MSRP is $34,950 not including destination charges for an SE trim which includes the standard features mentioned earlier, AC vents in all 3 rows, paddle shifters, LED headlights, and highway driving assist. Wanna stand out? Check out that new XRT trim starting at $40,250 that’ll give you rugged aesthetics like a dark grille, black lower bumpers in front and black, and skid plate accents, 20” black alloy wheels, Black roof Rails, a lower door garnish, and the XRT badge. And if you’re considering taking the luxury route, the Calligraphy trim starting at $48,900 includes these 20 inch alloy wheels, Chrome exterior accents, digital rear view mirror, ambient lighting, and nappa leather seats with Hyundai’s “driver’s ergo motion seat”, which is basically a seat massager. Competitors include so many SUVS like the Toyota Highlander, Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot, Subaru Ascent, Volkswagen Atlas, Nissan Pathfinder, and can’t forget its platform-mate the Kia Telluride. The Palisade is a satisfying SUV that continues to stand out in a world of midsize SUVS. And now with its new facelift, rugged trim, and upscale interior, you really can’t deny yourself a second look at what Hyundai is offering. 00:00 2023 Hyundai Palisade 0:43 Engine 1:10 Interior 4:04 Driving Impressions 6:17 Pricing 8:08 Competitors

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Safest Compact Suv 2020

SUVs are really popular vehicles these days, and the smaller ones are a popular size for buyers, too. Many buyers also have safety high on their must-have list, especially since SUVs are great for transporting families. Carfax recently took a look at some safe small SUVs, and Mazda ranks highly on both the compact and subcompact lists. The 2020 Subaru Forester and 2020 Mazda CX-5 top the list of safest compact SUVs, while the 2020 Mazda CX-3 and 2021 Hyundai Kona lead the list of safest subcompact SUVs.

2020 Subaru Forester

Each year, NHTSA crash tests vehicles as part of our 5-Star Safety Ratings program. In addition, we do verification tests on advanced crash avoidance technology systems in vehicles. Here are the lists of vehicle models selected for each test. Best Safety Rated SUVS of 2020. Best Safety Rated SUVS of 2019. Find a Top 10 List - New Car and Used Car. Most Fuel Efficient. Based on fuel-economy. Auto manufacturers continue to make safety a top priority across all makes and models. Here are the 2020 SUVS that have the best safety ratings according to the National Highway Traffic Safety. The Highlander was all new for the 2020 model year, and it's a good SUV. But that's just it. In a large class full of three-row options, the Highlander falls short of being a class leader.

The 2020 Subaru Forester comes in first on the Carfax list of 16 safest compact SUVs of 2020. The Forester comes standard with Subaru’s EyeSight suite of driver-assist features as well as a rear-seat reminder. EyeSight provides adaptive cruise control, advanced adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist and sway warning, pre-collision braking, and pre-collision throttle management. Additional safety features, including blind-spot warning and rear cross-traffic alert, are options. The top Touring trim also includes additional safety features, like reverse automatic braking and DriverFocus, which helps cut down on distracted and fatigued driving.

The 2020 Forester comes standard with all-wheel drive, providing the SUV with great traction. It also comes standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. The 2020 Forester is also an IIHS 2020 Top Safety Pick+. It received a five out of five from the NHTSA.

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2020 Mazda CX-5

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The 2020 Mazda CX-5 is second on the list of safest compact SUVs of 2020. It now has adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, and blind-spot monitoring standard for 2020. However, the automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection don’t work at speeds higher than 50 mph.

All trims of the CX-5 except the base one come standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, allowing for hands-free phone use and reducing driver distractions. The 2020 CX-5 is also an IIHS 2020 Top Safety Pick+ and received five out of five from the NHTSA.

2020 Mazda CX-3

On Carfax’s list of the 17 safest subcompact SUVs for 2020, the 2020 Mazda CX-3 came in first. The 2020 CX-3 comes standard with the Mazda i-Activesense suite of driver-assist features. That includes adaptive cruise control with stop and go, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, pedestrian detection, and a head-up display.

The CX-3 does also come standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. This subcompact SUV is an IIHS 2020 Top Safety Pick+. Sophos apple. It also received five out of five from the NHTSA.

2021 Hyundai Kona

Coming in second on the list of safest subcompact SUVs is the 2021 Hyundai Kona. The 2021 Kona comes standard with automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, and a driver attention warning system. All trims except the lowest one also come with blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. Skipping up to the top Ultimate trim adds adaptive cruise control and pedestrian detection.

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All-wheel drive is available but not standard on all trim levels. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on all trims of the 2021 Kona. The 2021 Kona is an IIHS 2020 Top Safety Pick. It received five out of five from the NHTSA.

Safest Luxury Compact Suv 2020

Carfax took a look at small SUVs available during 2020, examining ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). These ratings along with the advanced driver-assist features included in the SUVs helped determine which compact and subcompact SUVs made the lists. Buyers looking for small and safe SUVs should consider the 2020 Subaru Forester, 2020 Mazda CX-5, 2020 Mazda CX-3, and 2021 Hyundai Kona.

Safest Compact Suv 2020

Each year, NHTSA crash tests vehicles as part of our 5-Star Safety Ratings program. In addition, we do verification tests on advanced crash avoidance technology systems in vehicles. Here are the lists of vehicle models selected for each test.

MakeModelBody styleBuickEncore GXSUVCadillacCT54 DRCadillacXT5SUVCadillacXT6SUVChevroletMalibu4 DRChrysler3004 DRChryslerPacifica Hybrid PHEVMVDodgeChallenger2 DRDodgeCharger4 DRFordEscapeSUVFordExplorerSUVFordTransit WagonVANFordTransit Wagon - high roofVANGMCAcadiaSUVHyundaiAccent4 DRHyundaiPalisadeSUVHyundaiSonata4 DRHyundaiVenue4 DRJeepGladiatorPU/CCJeepRenegadeSUVJeepWranglerSUVKiaSoulSUVKiaStinger4 DRKiaTellurideSUVMazdaCX-30SUVMazdaMazda34 DRMercedes-BenzSprinter 1500 Passenger Van (12 Pass)VANMercedes-BenzSprinter 2500 Passenger Van (12 Pass)VANMercedes-BenzSprinter 2500 Passenger Van (15 Pass)VANMitsubishiEclipse CrossSUVNissanKicksSUVNissanLEAF (62 KWh Battery)5 HBNissanMaxima4 DRNissanSentra4 DRNissanTitan Crew CabPU/CCNissanVersa4 DRRamRam 1500 Classic Crew CabPU/CCRamRam 2500 Crew CabPU/CCSubaruLegacy4 DRSubaruOutbackSWSubaruWRX4 DRToyotaCorolla4 DRToyotaHighlanderSUVToyotaTacomaPU/ECVolkswagenAtlas Cross SportSUVVolkswagenPassat4 DRVolvoS604 DRVolvoXC40SUVVolvoXC60SUVVolvoXC90 T5 FWDSUV5-Star Safety Ratings Model Year 2020 Vehicle Models Selected for Testing

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MakeModelBodyAcuraMDXSUVAudiA64 DRAudiQ5SUVCadillacCT5/CT5-V4 DRChryslerPacificaMVFordF-150 Super CabPU/ECHondaCivic Sedan4 DRHondaOdysseyVANHyundaiElantra4 DRHyundaiPalisadeSUVJeepGrand CherokeeSUVKiaNiro HybridSUVKiaOptima4 DRLexusES 3504 DRMazdaCX-30SUVMazdaMazda64 DRNissanAltima4 DRRamRam 1500 Crew CabPU/CCSubaruOutbackSWToyotaCorolla4 DRVolvoS60 T64 DRMODEL YEAR 2020 VEHICLE MODELS SELECTED FOR ADVANCED CRASH AVOIDANCE TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS VERIFICATION TESTING

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Test drive: The 2021 Toyota Sienna hybrid minivan was long overdue

Test drive: 2021 Toyota Sienna

The 2021 Toyota Sienna is the first hybrid version of the minivan, but much more than that according to Fox News Autos Editor Gary Gastelu

The 2021 Toyota Sienna was destined to be.

It’s the first hybrid-powered minivan from the maker of the Prius and the tech is the perfect match for the brand’s ultimate people carrier, providing just enough power and great fuel economy for a family-friendly vehicle.

Aside from the CH-R subcompact, every four-door Toyota passenger car and crossover is now available with a hybrid powertrain.

The Sienna’s is shared with Toyota’s Highlander Hybrid and comprised of a 2.5-liter four-cylinder with two electric motors that put out a combined 245 horsepower in this guise. It’s the only one being offered in the Sienna from now on, but is available with a choice of all-wheel-drive or front-wheel-drive.

The EPA says they’ll get 35 and 36 mpg combined, respectively, which is a better than 70% increase over the old Sienna’s 296 horsepower V6, which was rated at 20 and 21 mpg. Those are pretty outstanding numbers. Even the plug-in hybrid Chrysler Pacifica is only good for 30 mpg after its 32 miles of all-electric range has been used up.

The new Sienna can also tow up to 3,500 pounds, but it’s the stuff it hauls around inside of it that’s most impressive.

Starting prices range from $35,635 to $51,653 and all models come standard with Toyota’s Safety Sense suite of electronic driver aids, including automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control, but the higher end versions add so much comfort and tech, you’ll think you’ve never left the house.

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There’s a ceiling-mounted widescreen entertainment system with HDMI inputs for media players and consoles, a 12-speaker,;1,200-watt JBL auto system; reclining second-row captain’s chairs with leg rests; and a refrigerator/freezer built into the center console, which also houses a vacuum that has a hose long enough to reach the entire vehicle. I spent a cold winter’s night parked outside my son’s soccer practice in it fully reclined watching streaming video and wouldn’t have been happier at home. The battery pack even provided enough power that the engine didn’t need to run the entire time to keep me warm.

The Sienna is smooth and quiet on the move, with ride and handling characteristics that defy its size and station in life, but aren’t quite so sporty as its Supra-inspired flared-fender exterior design suggest, but about as good as you can expect from a mini mobile home. While you’re on the move, a rearview mirror with video feed helps you see past all the heads and stuff behind you, while a pretty low-resolution 360-degree camera system provides a bird’s-eye-view for parking.

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The minivan landscape is pretty bare these days, with just the Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Pacifica/Voyager and Kia Sedona for the Sienna to compete with, but each has a very different character and the Toyota may be the most complete package of the bunch.

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2021 Toyota Sienna

Base price: $35,635

As tested: $52,450

Type: 7-passenger, 4-door all-wheel-drive minivan

Powertrain: 2.5-liter four-cylinder with electric motors

Transmission: CVT automatic

Power: 245 hp

MPG: 35 city/36 hwy

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The Dreaded Day Of Travel

It’s hard to prepare for traveling with muchas cosas (many things) as we would be traveling home with. Considering our travel to Mexico and everything that happened, it’s not unusual for either of us to feel a bit uncertain about how traveling home would go. Would we have someone to help carry our stuff? If we don’t, can we still make it work? Will Volaris accept Rowley this time now that his rabbis vaccine would be in their 30 day time frame? Will we be able to get back into the US? How will Summer do on the flight?

The great thing about Sayulita is you don’t have to make appointments anywhere. You want a massage? You walk down to the beach and get it. You want to see the vet to get a health certificate to fly and deworming? You just show up and they do it on the spot. No 30 min check up required and an appointment. Of course I did ask if we should make an appointment but the vet said no to just come in when we were ready. It’s not like they would say no, obviously we had to get home and needed to bring our dog lol So we made sure everything was as Volaris required so we could fly home.

To book our flight online it said we would take off at 12:35 pm. But when you click details, the flight time was actually 6:35 pm. Maybe a glitch in their website? We planned our goodbye brunch at Chocobanana with Kristin, Tyler, Noralina, Felix, and the kiddos, went home to nap/pack, and then headed for the airport. If our flight had been at 12:30, well, then, we would have missed it lol but after booking the res, the email confirmation said 6:30 so I was pretty confident about the evening flight.

We got to the airport 3.5 hours early to be safe. They wouldn’t let us officially check in until 4 so we cruised around the airport. it took SO long to get us checked in because of Rowley. We were the first ones there and by the time we were finally done, the line was incredibly long. They needed to review Rowley’s paperwork, make copies, review them again, have us fill out forms, check the weight. It was never ending. Plus we had to pay for the surfboard, get all of Summer’s gear tagged. It was a process. It took 45 minutes to get us checked in. So it’s finally 4:45pm and we are heading to our gate. Things are fine from here, we board the plane, get to our seats, Summer sleeps on me the entire flight. It was SO sweet but my legs were falling asleep, my left butt cheek was hurting, and I was having a hard time breathing with 21 pounds of weight on me and a baby in my belly. We weighed Summer at the vet after weighing Rowley. It’s good to know how much she weighs now haha.

We land, head to baggage claim/CBX Border Crossing. We find guys with the carts to help us with everything. We go to cross the border through CBX but they won’t take Summer without a birth certificate. My expired passport is no big deal. That works fine he says, especially since it expired in 2020. Matt tried to convince them, the supervisor called the Border Patrol but they said no. So we had to turn around and head the exit of the TJ airport, get a taxi to the border, walk across the border, and hope they don’t give us any trouble getting into the US.

We hop in the taxi to the San Ysidro border crossing. He drops us off and surprisingly there is someone to help us carry our stuff. We are shocked and stoked. We get to the mexico crossing and they just need to see that we have ID, they don’t need to check it BUT we lose our guy to help carry our stuff to walk across the final part. I’m excited because I knew with the wagon and the zip ties we brought that we could do it and I had been looking forward to consolidating everything without extra help. Matt was embarrassed. He kept describing us as Beverly Hill Billy but I don’t get embarrassed easily. I was completely stimulated. I had never walked across the border. It was all new and exciting for me-- until we got into San Ysidro and that was SCARY. More on that later.

So we get into the US Border, we get in line, it was a nice mexican/american lady. I think that was helpful. Women LOVE Summer. Even this woman, who questioned how an 18 month old didn’t have a. birth certificate, couldn’t help but comment on how beautiful Summer is with her red hair. She questioned us a little bit but not for long and then let us go. So the only difficult part was not being allowed to cross through CBX.

We get out of the building and need to get a ride home. It’s super sketchy in this area. Tons of drug addicts walking by, dark, scary. We sign up for an Uber XL, he’s 13 minutes away. The cop makes us move down the street so we aren’t on trolley property, Summer is crying because she’s thirsty. Matt runs to jack & the box to get water and leaves us alone on the street. That was the scariest part. I was just getting ready to duck incase gun shots went off. lol read to kick if someone came up with a knife. I was on high alert.

Our Toyota Highlander finally arrives. He said he didn’t think our stuff would fit. And to be honest, it didn’t. We left the stroller in the trash. It was the old, dirty, used Bob that I got on offer up that we all hate. It was nice to have in Mexico but I never want to use it again lol Once in the car the driver told us that if we didn’t have a baby and if I wasn’t pregnant, he wouldn’t have taken us!!! We were the fifth passengers in his brand new car that he did not want scratched up with our surf board, suitcases, dog crate, wagon, etc.

Our house in La Mesa is booked on airbnb until Feb 2 but our other property in Mission Hills is open for a few nights, Of our three properties, the mission hills home is the only one that I actually own. And I’ve never stayed in it, so it’s been fun to stay here, use the hot tub, enjoy the space! When we bought it, it was a flip, and we bought all of the staging furniture, as well, so it’s a really beautiful and modern home. The decor, the pillows, everything is so chic.

We put Summer down at midnight america time which is 2:00am mexico time. She slept until 4:45 american time so 6:45 mexico time. Not bad. We went to lazy acres for breakfast, got some groceries, Matt took Summer on a walk to balboa park. No stroller so back in the wagon for her. She went down at 9:40 am. I have been blogging, chatting with my dad, unpacking suitcases. It’s been a nice morning.

This afternoon we are signing our loan docs for the refinancing and hopefully heading to la mesa to get our car and stroller! woohoo! I hope Summer sleeps until noon!!! It’s 11 am now. Fingers crossed!!! She needs to catch up so we can get back to a normal sleep schedule!

Well, that’s the end of our travels. I still need to finish the previous blog post but THANK YOU to everyone who came along on this journey with us!!!!

I probably wont be blogging much until October when we plan to move to PALM BEACH FLORIDA for a few years while Matt starts a new pool business, invests in airbnb properties. We’ll see!! More to come from our new nomadic lifestyle!

Love you all! XO

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TOP 20: THE BEST VEHICLES FOR THE FAMILY IN 2020 ACCORDING TO PARENTS MAGAZINE

Once again this year, Parents magazine gets wet by naming its best choices of vehicles for the family. Unlike last year, however, the publication is expanding its list of recommended vehicles to 20 (instead of 10 in 2019). Indeed, the magazine’s list this year includes a few additional categories, with the utility segment making up the majority of the models listed, unsurprisingly.

The magazine also considered the safety assessments carried out by the American institute NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). What’s more, the ‘family’ angle of the top 20 requires a test with child seat expert Abbie Patterson. Patterson, owner of the Super Car Seat Geek company, has tested all types of child booster seats in more than 50 car models.

Finally, automotive columnist Rob Stumpf, took the wheel of the vehicles in the child seat test to evaluate braking, steering, acceleration and a host of other parameters.

Without further ado, here’s the list of the 20 best family vehicles for 2020 according to Parents magazine.

Minivans – Best Value: Kia Sedona

In the minivan segment, Kia Sedona takes home the honours with the best value for money because of its more affordable price in its basic livery. However, the magazine notes that it is not possible to secure three child seats in the second row in the least expensive model. The automatic transmission (from 6 to 8 gears since the 2019 model year) is good for smooth shifting.

Minivans – Best Green Choice: Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid

Chrysler’s representative in the ultra-family minivan segment is currently the only option (in the North American market) marketed with a charging cable. This rechargeable hybrid powertrain lowers average fuel consumption without penalizing performance, while the government rebate is not to be ignored here either. The Pacifica Hybrid will have to watch its back, as we already know that the next Toyota Sienna will be available with a hybrid powertrain.

Minivans – Best choice for large families: Honda Odyssey

Honda’s Odyssey is also an excellent choice, especially since the manufacturer has decided to offer its 10-speed automatic transmission on all trim levels. As reported in the magazine, the versatility of the Odyssey is unparalleled, as the minivan can accommodate up to six child seats at the same time. It’s also the most fun to drive.

Minivans – Best in all weather conditions: Toyota Sienna

Toyota’s Sienna retains its competitive edge once again this year with its optional all-wheel drive system. This increased traction is undoubtedly an asset when road conditions are more difficult, as is its powerful V6 engine, but the Sienna will have to count the Chrysler Pacifica among its direct rivals next year, the American manufacturer having already confirmed the arrival of a four-wheel drive version of its Pacifica.

Three-row SUV – Best Value: Volkswagen Atlas

When the German automaker launched the development of its three-row SUV, it clearly had North America as its target. The magazine was especially seduced by the affordable price of the SUV in its most accessible version.

Three-row SUV – Better Redesign: Toyota Highlander

The change of model for 2020 does him the greatest good, the former Highlander which had been in service since model year 2014. While the publication praises the new design, it’s also in terms of handling that the Toyota representative has improved, especially in terms of suspension. There’s also the availability of a hybrid version, which isn’t widely available in this group.

Three-row SUV – Best Choice for Large Families: Subaru Ascent

The Subaru Ascent joined the three-row seating party for SUVs about a year ago. Here, the fact that all the vehicle’s liveries are equipped with constant-drive all-wheel drive is meant to be an advantage over the rest of the pack, while the publication pointed out that there are 19 (!) cup holders on board.

Three-row SUV – Best Quiet Ride: Honda Pilot

The Honda Pilot looks almost Acura inside, not only because of its full equipment, but also because of its quiet ride. In fact, the Parents magazine article even goes so far as to compare the Pilot to the Honda Odyssey because the SUV is so comfortable. Unlike the minivan, however, the Pilot still offers the tandem of six- and nine-speed automatic transmissions. In this case, the older of the two (the six-speed one) isn’t necessarily a bad choice!

Three-row SUV – Best safety technologies: Nissan Pathfinder

Aging, the Nissan Pathfinder still seems capable of seducing a publication that mainly observes a vehicle’s family characteristics. Here, the safety systems are convincing, as is that horn blast heard after every drive where one of the rear doors has been opened before or while driving. This device reminds the driver that he or she may have a child – or even a pet – strapped to the rear.

Three-row SUV – Best Design: Mazda CX-9

Mazda is certainly not a brand with countless financial resources, but on the other hand, the design of the most recent seasons seems to appeal to the general public. In fact, despite its introduction in 2017, Mazda’s largest SUV has not aged a single wrinkle. The CX-9’s driving pleasure should not be forgotten either.

Two-row SUV – Best Quiet Ride: Buick Envision

The three-shield division has long been associated with the silence of its interior. The Buick Envision, assembled in China, is no exception to this rule thanks to the noise reduction system.

Parents magazine mentions the excellence of the 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged engine mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission, but this mill is reserved for the more upscale versions. In the other trim levels, the driver has to deal with a naturally aspirated 2.5-litre 4-cylinder engine and a six-speed transmission only.

Two-row SUV – Best steering system: Chevrolet Equinox

It’s true that the Chevrolet Equinox comes with a reputation for being poorly assembled and less durable than average. But since its redesign for the 2018 model year, the compact SUV does much better in terms of driving experience, and even overall quality. Parents magazine found the Chevrolet’s steering to be particularly precise, while its powertrain is powerful enough.

Two-row SUV – Better space for child seats: Ford Edge

When it comes to space for child seats, the Ford Edge is second to none, according to the publication. This allows for three seats, a rarity in the two-row SUV segment. The Ford Edge is also one of the most comfortable.

Two-Row SUV – Best Redesign : GMC Terrain

Best redesign award for two-row SUVs goes… drum roll – at GMC Terrain! Oddly enough, the redesign was completed for the 2018 model year at the same time as the Chevrolet Equinox, but hey, it’s the magazine’s choice! The article also mentions the more comfortable suspension on the Denali model.

Two-Row SUV – Best Green Choice: Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid

Par les temps qui courent, il faut regarder du côté des VUS purement électriques pour sauver au niveau de la consommation. Mais, fort heureusement, les modèles hybrides ne sont plus aussi rares qu’à l’époque. Subaru fait d’ailleurs le pari que son deuxième Crosstrek Hybride connaisse un peu plus de succès que le premier qui faisait appel à une motorisation hybride conventionnelle. Avec un arrangement rechargeable, il est possible de rouler sur l’énergie du bloc de batteries, mais il ne faut malheureusement pas s’attendre à de grandes distances.

Two-Row SUV – Best choice for long trips: Subaru Forester

The Subaru manufacturer is often named on this list by Parents magazine. The Forester would be the ideal vehicle for expeditions, thanks to its standard all-wheel drive, roof rack and exemplary comfort. You could even add that the Forester’s fuel consumption has been very good for the past few years, a fact made possible by the adoption of a continuously variable transmission.

Sedans – Best Value for a Hybrid: Honda Accord Hybrid

In the arguments listed by Parents magazine, the Honda Accord Hybrid sedan doesn’t cost much more than the regular model, while trunk space is no longer handicapped by a battery stowed behind the rear seat. The Accord Hybrid is also not an unpleasant car to drive.

Sedans – Best in all weather conditions: Subaru Legacy

The manufacturer has made it its hobbyhorse: four-wheel drive guarantees superior traction in winter. The Nissan Altima has joined the Legacy’s direct rivals with an AWD system, but it’s not a permanent type like Subaru’s.

The redesign for 2020 has certainly helped in this case, the sedan can now be ordered with a more energetic 4-cylinder turbocharged flatbed engine.

Sedans – Best sports car: Nissan Maxima

This was its angle of attack when it was redesigned for the 1989 model year in North America. The Four Door Sports Car still stands out from its peers today because of its relatively dynamic driving dynamics. However, Toyota’s effort is worth mentioning with its Avalon XSE, a large sedan that is surprisingly fun to drive. In the United States, there’s also a TRD livery!

Sedans – Best Hybrid Sports Car: Toyota Camry Hybrid

Still, it’s surprising to see that the hybrid versions are now the sportiest in Toyota’s lineup. Even the Camry is no exception to this rule. The manufacturer continues to offer a V6 engine for the more conservative among us, but we have to admit that the hybrid leaning of the mid-size sedan is at least worth a try.

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Create Your Honda Pilot Vs Highlander A Reality

Honda Pilot Vs Toyota Highlander Redesigned for 2020, the Highlander features an attractive cabin and a comfortable, silent holiday. Meanwhile, the Pilot also delivers a clean ride, a functional cabin, and tons of cargo. Honda Pilot Vs Highlander Both are mid sized three-row crossovers with area for seven, and also each includes a v 6 power train and aerodynamic driveway. Our examples came with price ranges just north of $50,000. Despite all these lots of similarities, Honda and Toyota approached style very differently. The Pilot comes with a rocky decorative which attempts to cover up its mini-van roots with mixed results, along with its spacious inner prioritizes practicality within vanity.

Honda Pilot Vs Toyota Highlander The Highlander, on the other hand, has compact body work and also a flashier cabin that goes it toward the posh end of the spectrum. This all-inclusive active security system comprises a Pre-Collision program with Pedestrian Detection, full speed Range. Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert using Steering Support, Computerized High Beams, Lane Tracing Assist, Together with Road Sign Support. Step Within the Highlander, and You'll detect the following standard technology Android Vehicle, Apple Car Play, Sirus X-m, and an 8-inch multimedia screen. Honda Pilot Vs Highlander You are able to secure those activities about the Honda, so you only have to pay for additional for it. The 20 20 Highlander includes exclusives like Waze, Amazon Alexa, and a class-leading 12.3-inch multimedia display.

It's not any surprise, however, the getting older Honda Pilot can't carry to the new Highlander. From the strong, chiseled new style, into this prosperity of technology selections, the new Toyota Highlander is simply far better in each and every way. Honda Pilot Vs Toyota Highlander 20 20 Toyota Highlander squashes the Honda Pilot in this head to head match. Toyota redesigned the Highlander from the Bottom up for 20 20. Honda Pilot Vs Highlander. Together with a more modern interior and exterior, the Highlander also has enriched driver-assistance technology along with a upgraded info-tainment program. Our top Platinum trim tester has a silver-painted front bumper and rear fascia plus exceptional 20-inch brakes to distinguish it by the lesser Highlanders.

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All About the Anticipated New 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid

All About the Anticipated New 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid - Gone are the teasing days from Kia, since they have now revealed the new 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid, which looks as promising as they come. Though not all technical details have been released yet, a majority of the exemplary design and performance features are already out.

New 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid Redesign The impatience is overweighing, where all crossover fans simply can’t wait to get behind its wheel. Here is what’s available so far about this first-generation model with a powertrain:

Notable Features

Infotainment System Just like the Telluride, this crossover comes a 10.3’’ wide touchscreen that combines both information delivery and entertainment to increase the drivers’ and passengers’ experience, and to supplement this is the standard 8’’ touchscreen compatible with iOS and Android devices. Safety Feature Safety has not been taken lightly by the All About the Anticipated 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid. First is the adaptive cruise control with stop and-go-function, surround-view monitor, collision-avoidance assist, blind-spot view monitor. As well as additional equipment and features, all meant to improve performance thereby increase safety as much as possible. This makes it the perfect family car to say the least.

New 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid Interior Changes

New 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid Redesign

Interior Unlike the outgoing version, the cabin of this vehicle is closer to the engine, thanks to an extra inch between the wheels, which creates a feeling of being spacious. Presumably, the 7seater version will have a shorter third row, best suited for younglings. And with the three rows in place, it should offer 11.3 cubic feet of cargo space. This is, of course, smaller than before but considering it allows for more legroom in the second row as well as more headroom in the car, it is accepted gracefully! Apart from the screens mentioned before, the dashboard has the previous version’s controls. The terrain select knob, a rotary gear selector unlike the Telluride’s tall handle. Then, has some accent lights placed next to speakers and door handles to add an element of coziness. Exterior Unlike the dowdier minivan shapes from previous years, the car has a sleek creased hood, and the lower bumper at the front has many right angles. It also has thin LED headlights and sharper nose. Bearing a lot of similarity with the New Seltos at the front while challenging the Toyota highlander for a big chin. On the sides, apart from a subtle difference of a fin-like tab near the rear window. It resembles the previous versions.

New 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid Exterior and Engine Specs

Engine Specifications

As hinted, this 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid is the 1st generation model to have an electrified powertrain called a smart-stream. Not only does it come with a 1.6-liter (1,598 ccs), 4-cylinder in-line, turbo petrol engine. It also comes with a lithium-ion polymer battery pack and an electric motor which yield 1.49-kWh and 44.2-kW respectively.

New 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid Price and Release Date

Europe residents can expect the car in the last trimester of 2020 while it may presumably take a few months to reach the U.S. So either towards the tail end of 2020 or the beginning of 2021. Though price estimates are yet to be made, they are likely to range between $28,110 to $43,010 (destination fees included). All About the Anticipated New 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid  In Videos Review: Read the full article

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2021 Toyota Venza Price, Specs, Dimensions

2021 Toyota Venza Price, Specs, Dimensions - It's been five years since the last Toyota Venza roamed the streets. And many have been begging Toyota to bring back its popular to row crossover. So here to listen and here comes two brand-new 2021 Toyota Venza. And here's the first look at this brand-new crossover set to debut the summer of 2020. in case you aren't familiar, Toyota Venza is a two-row crossover that is slightly bigger than a Rav4. But somewhat smaller than a three-row highlander. There's ample room for five within, and Toyota is set to make this new SUV the most comfortable tech and fuel-efficient crossover in this class.

2021 Toyota Venza Exterior It's hard to describe the outside. It's a blend of several Toyota products. The front has a rounded shape compared to the Highlander, although the grille opening, on the lower bumper, and the slip moldings on the side is very similar. The headlights and daytime running light patterns are very distinctive. Now on the side, you could see the wide wheel fenders like the Highlander and the new Sienna. But you could definitely tell the new Venza is shorter in wheelbase and in overall length. The Venza le comes with 18 and two-tone alloy wheels while. The axle and limited will come with 19 inch super chrome finish wheels. The rear has a distinctive LED taillight design as well as a LED bar that stretches from one side to the other. Also, you see a pair of exhaust tips on the bottom. The new Venza is built on the TNG platform and has extensive use of high-strength steel. The front and rear multi-link suspension provides a comfortable and quiet ride. The TNG platform is also built to defend against noise intrusion, and it curbs vibrations. Toyota wants to make sure that a new Venza provides a very quiet ride. The tire noise is reduced via strategically placed insulation. And acoustic glass windshield helps minimize wind noise. There's also sound blocking absorbing insulation throughout the structure underneath the carpeting and above the headliner. There's also sound-absorbing insulation around the engine compartment, which helps reduce intake noise. And two special resonance chambers help minimize air intake noise in the five-thirty and six-fifty Hertz range. I don't know how special those frequencies are, but if Toyota says blocking them is good, then it's good in my book as well.

2021 Toyota Venza Interior On the inside, Toyota is offering an elegant interior filled with plenty of techs. For starters, the infotainment screen comes an 8-inch standard. But the XLI unlimited can get the giant twelve points three-inch touchscreen display as well as a JBL premium audio system that comes with nine speakers in a 1200 watt amp. Apple car plays android auto is standard. 2021 Toyota Venza is the very first Toyota that will offer a stargaze fix panoramic glass roof. Drivers can switch from transparent to frosted modes within a single second using the control button. And even in frosted mode, the stargaze brightens interior while reducing direct sunlight. I honestly can't wait to see this in action, and I hope future Toyota's are gonna be adopting this technology. Also, a 10-inch heads-up display Digital, rearview mirror, bird's-eye view camera system, rear camera cleaning system, hands-free power liftgate are just some of the features you can opt for with this brand new 2021 Toyota Venza. There are also available heated seats and ventilated seats that are drawing cool air from the AC system. This technology first appeared as sflow on Lexus, and now it's available in the Venza. Toyota Safety Sense 2.0, which includes a pre-collision system, dynamic radar cruise control, lane departure alert on a high beam, lane tracing assist, road sign assist is now standard. Additionally, blind-spot monitoring plus cross-traffic alert is also standard. While the XLE and Limited trims add-on from rear parking assist with auto braking. Just like the Sienna, the 2021 Venza is hybrid only. And utilizes a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine along with 3 separate motors. The system delivers a total of 219 horsepower and is down from the 243 from the new Sienna and also the Highlander Hybrid. A new Venza in the LE trims will get 40 miles per gallon combined with fuel economy. If this is true, it will beat the Highlander Hybrid by 5 miles per gallon. There will also be selectable driving modes normal, eco, and sport. And the Venza has another trick up its sleeve in terms of increasing fuel economy. Venza PD predictive efficient drive will utilize the navigation system to analyze driving habits. And memorize road and traffic conditions to help optimize hybrid battery charging. When the driver selects PD, the system will learn from repeater routes. And it's designed to make the vehicle predict to slow down or stop. PD can also help optimize battery charging and discharging of hills or traffic congestion, this is very cool technology. The Venza also comes standard with all-wheel-drive. This electronic on-demand all-wheel drive employs a separate rear-mounted electric motor to power two rear wheels when needed. Torque distribution varies according to conditions. Next, let me show you a live stream from Toyota describing the brand new Venza in detail. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6OBmlKYrDM Read the full article

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Rear Seat Reminder Might Save Your Children and Pets: What Is It?

A parked car gets real hot, real fast. Interior air temperatures rise nearly 20 degrees in the first 10 minutes alone, according to findings by the Department of Geosciences at San Francisco State University.

That heat can be deadly and even great parents make simple mistakes. Statistics published by child safety advocates KidsAndCars.org report 53 children between the ages of two months and 13 years died as a result of vehicular heatstroke in the U.S. in 2019. With the rear seat reminder feature you’ve started to see on an increasing number of cars, automakers are taking a step to prevent such deaths.

What Is Rear Seat Reminder? How Does It Work?

Unlike the torque rating of a supercar or the kW-hr capacity of an EV, rear seat reminder systems are pretty self-explanatory. Although the same tech is labeled differently depending on the manufacturer, each system provides a message to the driver to check the rear seat if it determines that passengers may be present.

The primary method through which vehicles determine rear occupancy has to do with their doors. If a rear door is opened and closed before or after the car’s engine has been started, the vehicle’s computer knows to issue a rear seat reminder when the engine is turned off.

A system shared by Hyundai and Kia includes motion detection as a secondary means to determine whether passengers are in the rear seats. If, after issuing a reminder when the engine is powered off, the rear door is not opened and the car is locked, ultrasonic motion sensors begin scanning for movement.

When motion is detected, the vehicle will activate its horn for 25 seconds and will repeat that process up to eight times if motion continues. The vehicle will also send text and email messages to the owner(s) if they subscribe to Kia’s Uvo or Hyundai’s Blue Link telematic services.

Which Cars Have Rear Seat Reminders?

General Motors—composed of Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC—began fitting vehicles with its Rear Seat Reminder system for the 2017 model year. Starting with the 2018 model year, most vehicles across GM’s brands have included door-logic rear seat alert systems as standard.

Hyundai and Kia, the only automakers to utilize both motion detection and door logic, haven’t made the tech on as many vehicles, yet. Their system is branded Rear Occupant Alert.

In the Hyundai lineup, the Palisade, Santa Fe, and Sonata all feature a door logic system. Only the Santa Fe and Palisade offer motion detection, and it’s an optional extra. As for Kia, the new Telluride features motion detection and door logic as standard on all trims. The only other Kia to include the tech is the Seltos, which features standard door logic but no motion detection. It should be noted that Hyundai has pledged that Rear Occupant Alert will be standard on all its vehicles by 2022.

Nissan includes its Rear Door Alert as standard on nearly every model in its range, with the exception of the soon-to-be-replaced GT-R, two-seat 370Z, and Frontier pickup. It’s also featured on the Infiniti QX60 and QX80.

Toyota has only just started adding the feature to its cars and uses the same Rear Seat Reminder moniker as General Motors. It’s standard on the new Highlander. Subaru also uses the name Rear Seat Reminder, which it offers on 2020 versions of its Ascent, Forester, Crosstrek, and Impreza.

If you’re worried that the new car you have your eyes on doesn’t feature a rear seat reminder system, you won’t be worrying too long. Two groups, the Association of Global Automakers and the Alliance of Automobile manufacturers, encapsulate nearly every automaker that sells cars in the States. Both groups and the automakers therein have agreed that alert systems like these will be standard on every model by 2025.

Different Names For Rear Seat Reminder Systems

Rear Seat Reminder (Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Subaru, Toyota)

Rear Occupant Alert (Hyundai, Kia)

Rear Door Alert (Nissan, Infiniti)

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The 2020 Toyota 4Runner Offers Old-School Cool With New-Age Tech

Modern cars are all curves and swoops and bends and slopes. The 2020 Toyota 4Runner offers none of these. What one shopper might describe as “old-school,” a 4Runner buyer would certainly call “classic.” The 4Runner doesn’t feel outdated, it feels familiar. “Revolting?” Try “Refreshing.”

The SUV frenzy gave way to the crossover craze years ago. The 4Runner’s history stretches back to the 1980s, but it’s the Toyota Highlander (and its softer, friendlier design) that keeps Toyota in the black. With the 2020 4Runner, Toyota attempts to bridge the gap between the former car’s capable, rugged legacy and the luxurious, safe, and comfortable appeal of the modern Highlander.

Dependably Tough, Surprisingly Nimble

The 2020 Toyota 4Runner comes in a variety of trims, but no matter how you spec it, you’ll likely expect a certain level of performance. All trims come equipped with a 4.0-liter V6 engine that produces 270 horsepower and 278 pound-feet of torque. Step on the throttle to hear its Tim Taylor grunt. Poor fuel economy comes standard, too. Over roughly 400 miles, I managed a meager 17.7 miles per gallon. What’s even more unbelievable, that number sits 0.7 mpg higher than the EPA estimate. The antiquated engine keeps the 4Runner feeling like a truck. When reviewing a 2019 example, George Kennedy actually described the V6 as, “more similar to a V8 with two cylinders lopped off than it is to a modern V6 designed for efficiency and smooth operation.” As a result, the 4Runner delivers only 5,000 pounds of maximum towing capacity, despite its rough-and-tumble feel.

Shown: 2019 Toyota 4Runner Engine

Driving on city streets, the 4Runner feels surprisingly at home. The broken pavement of Boston’s inner suburbs was no match for this SUV. It plowed through and punished any potholes brave enough to appear in my way. Equally surprising, the 4Runner ended up being significantly nimbler than it initially felt. At 18 feet, 7 inches, this overgrown mountain goat sports a tighter turning radius than both its main competitor, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, and its more family-friendly in-house stablemate, the Highlander.

That doesn’t mean the 4Runner is small. The steering is a blast from the past, managing to feel both heavy and vague at the same time. The full-time 4-wheel-drive (4WD) system in the Limited trim burns fuel like crazy. And I generally used the moonroof only to see how close the 4Runner’s roof was to scraping the garage doors.

Tech and Safety Finally Step into the Present

The 4Runner’s Limited trim swaps in a lot of chrome detailing, most notably the crossbar across the grille. It also adds power-retractable side steps. These started as a cool novelty but quickly wore on me as they appeared and retracted each time I opened a door. Predictably, the 4Runner offered an upright, commanding seating position for the driver and passengers in the front and second row. The third row’s jump seats offer a different story. Even though they showcase some very nifty space optimization, sliding out from underneath the third-row seatbacks, these two extra seats are definitely good for only short trips. If I ordered an Uber XL and got stuck in the third row of a 4Runner, I would not be a happy camper.

On the tech front, Toyota has drastically improved the 4Runner. What was classified a year ago as “basic but straightforward” has advanced to “well-equipped and nicely designed.” Apple CarPlay and Android Auto have both been integrated,. The touchscreen display has been bumped up to 8 inches. Entune, Toyota’s proprietary infotainment system, is easy enough to use. Still, I was particularly grateful to have Android Auto at my fingertips when navigating home. While Google Maps suggested an hour-long route, Entune navigation would have had me driving closer to two hours.

Previously, the 4Runner was a poster-car for the hallmarks of passive safety: seatbelts, airbags, and being bigger than other cars on the road. In 2020, that style doesn’t play well, and Toyota has made efforts to keep the vehicle up to date. Notably, you’ll find 2020 models equipped with adaptive cruise control and lane-departure warning, both of which are part of the Toyota Safety Sense P (TSS-P) suite of advanced safety features. This helps bridge the growing gap between the modern Highlander and the relatively archaic 4Runner. As usual, adaptive cruise proved to be a blessing, but the truck-like 4Runner could have benefited from lane-keeping assist more than it did from lane-departure warning; with a vehicle this big and steering this vague, I ended up turning off the system pretty quickly.

A Little Bit of Everything

The days of a $30,000 SUV are well behind us. The 4Runner starts at $36,020 and rises past my Limited test car’s nearly $50,000 price tag. In order to justify that price, Toyota had to bring its go-anywhere rig into the future. That means upscale appointments and advanced safety features. Today, this is a car for the person who needs a little bit of everything. It’s for those who want a truck that can go anywhere but also one that can suit their family’s needs. Some shoppers will undoubtedly see the 2020 4Runner as a compromise, failing to excel in any one area. Others will see it as an appropriate balance between old and new. Regardless, it’s clear that the 4Runner’s 36-year-old name won’t be going anywhere anytime soon.

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Hyundai Palisade 2020 et Lincoln Versailles 1977 !

Le 18 septembre 2019

On repart de plus belle. Après avoir hérité de plusieurs véhicules dits «reconduits» au cours des dernière semaines, c’est à mon tour de conduire de véritables nouveautés. Par conséquent, cette semaine, il s’agit d’un nouveau VUS (ou VUM, si vous préférez), le Hyundai Palisade 2020.

Au départ, sachez que le Palisade remplace ni plus ni moins le Santa Fe XL en tant que VUS à trois rangées de sièges. Toutefois, comme on peut le voir, il en est nettement plus élégant. Et même si le véhicule vous semble un peu «gros», il ne l’est pas plus que les Ford Explorer, Toyota Highlander ou Chevrolet Traverse actuels. Ses lignes modernes ont rapidement attiré l’attention de tous les automobilistes à qui je l’ai présenté. Sa ligne à la fois moderne et un peu avant-gardiste est très plaisante à l’œil. Quant au nom Palisade, on se doute que le constructeur sud-coréen l’a choisi pour sa signification géographique. En effet, deux des plus belles formations géographiques des États-Unis sont le Pacific Palisades, la falaise surplombant l’Océan Pacifique à Santa Monica en Californie et le New Jersey Palisades, les falaises surplombant le rivière Hudson face à la ville de New York.

Le Hyundai Palisade remplace, avec brio, le Santa Fe XL. (Photo Éric Descarries)

Les concepteurs de Hyundai ont aussi bien réussi l’arrière, surtout les feux. (Photo Éric Descarries)

Malgré le fait que ce Hyundai remplace le Santa Fe XL, il pourrait aussi bien remplacer également la fourgonnette Entourage du même constructeur, un véhicule qui a disparu du marché il y a à peine quelques années, ne serait-ce que par son espace intérieur et sa capacité d’accueillir jusqu’à sept personnes à son bord. Le modèle de base de Palisade dont le prix débute à 38 499 $, est livrable avec la traction avant mais plus d’un acheteur optera certes pour la traction intégrale HTrac (optionnelle sur le modèle de base Essential mais standard avec les autres). Question configuration mécanique, il n’y a qu’un seul moteur au catalogue, le V6 de 3,8 litres de Hyundai qui fait 291 chevaux et 262 li-pi de couple combiné à une boîte automatique à huit rapports. Rien de spectaculaire ici mais, suite à l’essai d’une semaine au volant de cette camionnette tant en ville que sur autoroute, j’en suis venu à la conclusion que cet ensemble est nettement suffisant pour déplacer le Palisade avec facilité. Par exemple, pour atteindre le cap des 100 km/h, il lui faut une huitaine de secondes ce qui n’est pas si mal pour un véhicule de quelque 2000 kilos (environ 4400 livres). Notons qu’il est aussi capable de tirer des remorques allant jusqu’à 5000 livres.

Le seul moteur au catalogue est le V6 de 3,8 litres corporatif (que l’on ne voit pas ici à cause du couvercle de plastique. (Photo Éric Descarries)

Si l’extérieur est agréable à l’œil, c’est surtout l’intérieur qui attirera l’acheteur. En effet, en plus d’être vaste, comme mentionné plus haut, il est aussi superbe tout en demeurant modeste. Du moins, c’est ce que j’ai pu constater en conduisant la version Ultimate de ce véhicule. Au départ, je dois souligner que le dessin du tableau de bord est réussi même s’il est d’une grande simplicité. Ce qui m’a surpris, ce sont les caméras extérieures placées dans les rétroviseurs qui transmettent l’image de ce qui se présente aux flancs du véhicule quand on actionne les clignotants. Cette image se reproduit dans les cadrans devant le conducteur! Très utile! Outre cela, l’instrumentation est facilement lisible et les commandes du chauffage et de la climatisation sont aussi à portée de main. Le grand écran central (GPS, radio, etc.) est précis et aussi facilement lisible. Mentionnons la possibilité d’y brancher les prises USB et celles d’Apple CarPlay et Android Auto. Hyundai propose également l’accessoire Driver Talk qui est un intercom intérieur. Il permet au conducteur de donner des instructions ou entretenir certaines conversations avec les autres passagers tout à l’arrière (ou disputer les enfants!) sans devoir s’époumoner pour parler car ses mots sortiront des haut-parleurs.

Le dessin du tableau de bord est réussi. D’une grande simplicité, il me rappelle quand même celui des Porsche des années soixante. (Photo Éric Descarries)

La console du centre n’est pas aussi grande que celle des pick-up par exemple ce qui amplifie l’impression d’y avoir beaucoup de place. Toutefois, la partie d’avant n’a pas le levier de vitesses habituel mais plutôt les boutons-pressoir pour les rapports de la boîte automatique. Et le conducteur peut aussi manier les rapports manuellement grâce aux palettes derrière le volant. De plus, toujours à la console, on retrouve la commande rotative qui laisse le conducteur choisir le type de motricité qu’il préfère incluant le mode Neige qui pourrait être utile au Québec. Vous comprendrez que je n’ai pu l’essayer…

Mon véhicule d’essai à sept passagers (il est à huit passagers avec les autres finitions) avait, en plus des deux sièges d’avant ajustables de diverses façons, deux sièges aussi ajustables au centre qui procurent un vaste débattement pour les jambes et une banquette arrière qui, ma foi, m’a paru un peu plus confortable que dans bien d’autres concurrents. La chaîne audio Harman/Cardon vaut la peine d’être mentionnée par sa qualité du son et le vaste toit ouvrant vitré est agréable durant les journées appropriées.

Les passagers du centre peuvent profiter de beaucoup de débattement  pour les jambes. (Photo Éric Descarries)

Curieusement, la dernière banquette est plus confortable que celle de plusieurs concurrents de même gabarit. (Photo Éric Descarries)

Évidemment, certains utilisateurs apprécieront l’espace de chargement du Palisade, un espace qui est un peu limité avec tous les dossiers en place (509 litres) mais qui devient de plus en plus utile (jusqu’à 2447 litres) lorsqu’on replie d’abord les dossiers du tout à l’arrière (les moteurs électriques sont, par contre, un peu lents à mon goût) puis ceux du centre. Le hayon arrière est à commande électrique.

Avec tous les dossiers de siège en place, l’espace de chargement est limité. (Photo Éric Descarries)

Toutefois, dès que l’on rabat ceux du centre, cet espace de chargement devient plus imposant…et il deviendra caverneux si les dossiers du centre sont également rabattus! (Photo Éric Descarries)

Sur la route

Soyons francs, les VUS ou les VUM réguliers ne sont pas toujours les véhicules les plus amusants à conduire. Ils jouent bien leur rôle de «transporteurs» de personnes mais…Dans le cas du Palisade, c’est une toute autre histoire. Tout d’abord, mentionnons que les sièges (chauffés ou ventilés de l’Ultimate) ne sont pas que confortables. Ils offrent aussi un bon support. Puis, la position de conduite peut être des plus agréables. Incidemment, ce Hyundai avait l’affichage de la vitesse par réflexion dans le pare-brise, un élément que j’apprécie particulièrement et que je considère très sûr (tous les véhicules devraient en être équpés). La visibilité y est très bonne et la direction assistée par moteur électrique…reste une direction assistée avec peu de transmission des sensations de la route. Mais elle est quand même relativement stable et précise. Le moteur, on l’a dit, procure des performances respectables et la boîte de vitesses auto répond quand même bien aux variations de la route. Le régulateur de vitesse adaptatif est facilement adaptable aux exigences de tout conducteur alors que l’aide à la conduite n’est pas trop intrusive. Mais, je le répète, j’ai bien aimé les images des points morts des rétroviseurs dans le tableau de bord.

Évidemment, Hyundai a porté une attention spéciale au silence de roulement du Palisade et la suspension du véhicule est bien calibrée pour ses dimensions (en passant, les pneus du modèle Ultimate sont des Bridgestone Dueler P245/50 R20). Garer le véhicule dans un stationnement n’est pas toujours si facile vu son encombrement et la conduite en ville demande un peu plus d’attention mais ce n’est pas plus difficile qu’avec une grande berline.  

En ce qui a trait à la consommation, mon expérience au volant du Palisade s’est soldée par une moyenne de 12,84 l./100 km alors que l’ordinateur de bord indiquait 11,0. C’est un peu le résultat auquel on s’attend avec un véhicule de ce genre et de ce gabarit. Le Hyundai Palisade de base (Essential), répétons-le, un prix de base de 38 499 $. Il y a une version Preferred et Luxury alors que le véhicule d’essai dont il est question ici est la version de luxe Ultimate dont le prix tourne de 53 999 $ plus les frais de transport et taxes habituelles.

Le Hyundai Palisade a un jumeau presque identique, le Kia Telluride avec lequel il partage sa plateforme et ses éléments mécaniques. Cependant, on me dit que «l’attitude» du Telluride fait plus «camion» que celle du Palisade (qui ferait plus «auto». C’est ce que j’aurai la chance de vérifier dans quelques semaines alors que j’aurai conduit le Kia…

MA Lincoln Versailles…

Ironiquement, mon fils m’envoie un message il y a quelques semaines : EILLE! avec une adresse internet. Il s’agissait d’une adresse Youtube et sur cette vidéo, on voit les images en détail de MA vieille Lincoln Versailles 1977. Elle y est toujours, cette vidéo, et les commentaires (on ne peut plus élogieux) sont en anglais. Mais le cinéaste semble «capoter» sur ma voiture disant même que si elle était à vendre, il serait acheteur! Faut voir mais surtout entendre ce qui se dit dans la vidéo. Donc, si vous êtes un amateur de voitures rares (et, jusqu’à un certain point, bizarres) : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tApYmg_2R-Q