AWD

2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime AWD plug-in hybrid

Take Two: 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime PHEV

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime is a genuine PHEV that has an awesome EV-only range, rated at 42 miles, and in our tests, we think they sandbagged that range a bit as we beat it by 50 percent.

2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid

Road Test: 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime, like the Prius Prime, enables 42 miles of EV range, which will likely serve most people’s daily needs. When they have to drive farther, the 2.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine kicks in.

2020 Buick Encore GX

Road Test: 2020 Buick Encore GX Essence

The 2020 Buick Encore GX Essence FWD is a nice, comfortable crossover that gets 30+ mpg and has ample storage and passenger space. The design is easily among the best among its peers, and the quiet ride is a bit more premium than others in this category.

2020 Mazda3 Hatchback AWD

Road Test: 2020 Mazda3 Hatchback AWD

The 2020 Mazda3 Hatchback AWD Premium is not aiming to be a hot hatch, but maybe more a sporty hatch, which it accomplishes nicely.

Choosing a new car

Tips: These Are the Most Important Things When Choosing a New Car

Choosing a new car can be a costly decision if you get it wrong. The moment you buy a car, even if you head to the used car market, it depreciates in value the moment you drive it away.

2020 Honda HR-V Touring AWD

Road Test: 2020 Honda HR-V AWD Touring

The 2020 Honda HR-V, refreshed in 2019, continues to be a good value with a roomy interior and 30+ mpg.