Road Test: 2016 Nissan Leaf SL
The 2016 Nissan Leaf’s singular achievement of boosting range while still holding onto an affordable price will keep them leading the affordable EV pack.
Road Test: 2017 Chevrolet Volt
General Motors got it right the first time but the 2017 Chevrolet Volt is even better. It was and is the plug-in hybrid standard.
Road Test: 2016 Nissan Leaf SL
The 2016 Nissan Leaf SV drives and handles as good, or better, than a conventionally powered car and is very, very quiet. This year it goes further.
Garage Mate for Your EV: 2016 Mazda CX-5
The 2016 Mazda CX-5 stands out from the crowd in its combination of fuel economy, Zoom-Zoom driving behavior, and a competitive price and value.
Road Test: 2016 Smart ForTwo Passion
The 2016 Smart ForTwo is a fashion statement full of European charm. This cute, utilitarian two-seat urban transporter should be on your shopping list.
Road Test: 2016 Lexus GS 450h F Sport
The 2016 Lexus GS 450h F Sport has some of the best fuel economy numbers among sport sedans, numbers we bettered during our test.
Road Test: 2016 BMW X5 xDrive40e
In its third generation the 2016 BMW X5 xDrive40e has entered the electric era. It’s a big, heavy machine, but remains nimble on the road.
Road Test: 2016 Lexus CT 200h
Can the 2016 Lexus CT 200h be a hybrid car and also a sporty car. It depends on your expectations for fuel economy and your definition of sporty.
Road Test: 2016 Volkswagen Jetta 1.4T SE
The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta 1.4T is a sedan that can seat 5, has lots of standard equipment, massive trunk space & excellent fuel economy—for about $20,000.
Road Test: 2016 Toyota Camry Hybrid SE
A 2016 Toyota Camry Hybrid offers a sparkling EPA numbers of either 41 or 40 mpg and gives you 650-plus miles between visits to the gas station.