Chevrolet thought it would be fun (and they were right!) to invite automotive journalists to an autocross course in Southern California, to demonstrate that the 2018 Bolt is more than just a commuter and around-town compact.
The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle Coast is as fun to drive as it looks. It is peppy, sips fuel, hauls most of your stuff with the rear seat folded flat, has excellent visibility for the driver, and looks cool in the process.
For shoppers looking for a premium family midsize crossover, the 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid gives them an option to be just a bit different from the crowd.
The brand-new 2018 Nissan Kicks more-or-less replaces the Juke as the subcompact crossover in the Nissan line-up.
In its fourth year, the 2018 Lexus NX 300h has proven itself as a comfortable driving, compact crossover utility vehicle, offering best-in-class fuel economy.
The main drawback on the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is that it was introduced new in 2011, and except for a few minor changes and styling upgrades, it is essentially the same car.
The 2018 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 is a midsize off-road king. Drop in a turbodiesel, and it becomes a torque and fuel economy wizard.
The 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport comes in either FWD or AWD, with the base engine a 2.4-liter non-turbo four-cylinder.
The all-new 2018 Lexus LS 500h is easily the most sophisticated vehicle in the Lexus line-up. Even the base model is so well-equipped that it will make you pause before selecting optional equipment.
The 2018 Toyota Prius Prime offers smooth operation and a seamless transition between gasoline and electric drive modes. The easy-driving attributes make it a serious contender for anyone who takes frequent long trips, or has a long daily commute.