Car Comparisons

We had to do it: collect three iconic off-roaders to play in the mud.

Both Mike Schlee and I were in our formative years during the final decade of the last century. Convertibles were darned near everywhere: from Geo Metros and Chevy Cavaliers to every sports car under the sun. Yet here in 2024, droptops under six figures number about… six, not counting SUVs.

These two couldn’t exist on more different ends of the fun spectrum.

Imagine how annoyed Subaru must’ve been when the GR Corolla launched.

Do not adjust your screens: you are not looking at two different colors of the same car.

Affordable, engaging cars are a rarity these days, but these four all provide plenty of smiles per hour for less than the average new car transaction price.

Electrification makes a whole lot of sense for luxury brands, but how Cadillac and Genesis have gone about it is very different.

You don’t want to just be a little different.

What you’re looking at are two very different answers to the same question: how do you make the ultimate off-roader?

If you caught our 11 small SUV mega-comparison, you're probably wondering: why bother with this face-off?

And then there were two.

Before you grab your torches and pitchforks about the mis-matched nature of this comparison test, hear us out. Yes, the Kia EV9 is a fully-electric machine while the CX-90 is a plug-in hybrid. Yes, there’s a twenty-grand gap in price between these two, as-equipped. And yes, they feel very different behind the wheel. But for folks wanting a 3-row crossover that can cover commuting duties with electrons instead of dinosaur juice, these are currently the only two viable mainstream options. So, how do they stack up against one another? Let’s find out.

When considering whether a pickup truck or an SUV is better for overlanding, several factors need to be taken into account, including cargo capacity, passenger comfort, off-road capability, durability, modifications, and fuel efficiency.

If you read our massive sub-compact SUV super comparison recently, you'll know that these little guys are very popular right now. So much so in fact, Chevrolet gave us two to choose from, the Trax and the Trailblazer.

Adapt to survive: it applies to sedans now, too.

Over three days in the Montana wilderness, we sampled all the refreshed 2025 Subaru Forester lineup has to offer. While driving impressions are kept under wraps for now, we can tell you exactly which Forester is best, which trims to skip, and which options packages we think buyers have to have to make the Forester all it can be.

Just like the families that made them popular, “compact” SUVs have grown up.

This comparison is a contest of philosophies.

Imagine for a moment, these three crossovers are characters in a mid-80s John Hughes film. You’d have the sporty kid dressed in track pants and a tank top, constantly flexing – that’s the Acura. There’d be the nerdy kid, obsessed with sci-fi – that’s clearly the hybrid Lexus. And then we’d have the handsome rich kid, all dignified and quiet, but with a hidden secret – that’s the Infiniti.

Hatchbacks: they’re like SUVs, just better—in ways.

In the world of four-wheel-drive vehicles, the Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner are two of the most sought after.

It’s the battle of the big SUVs here—two of the biggest, in fact.

Both Hyundai and Kia have spent the last few years breaking sales records and earning plaudits along the way.

If there’s a “Most Improved” award for this year’s crop of cars, the 2024 Chevrolet Trax clinches it.

Subaru has launched a new sub-brand of vehicles called Wilderness. This designation is reserved for more off-road capable members of the brand’s vehicle portfolio. First there was the Outback Wilderness, followed by the Forester Wilderness, and most recently, a third member joined the family, the Crosstrek Wilderness.

The American and Canadian automotive markets are very similar. The vehicles sold in both countries are near identical, but there are a few differences, usually dictated by climate and geography.

Buyers sure do love the Subaru Crosstrek.

You’re an OG, I get it. You’ve got the back issues of Sport Compact Car and the prizes from the Fast and the Furious trivia nights to prove it—hashtag family.

We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: the best vehicles for families are not three-row crossovers, but minivans.

Or: Everything N Its Right Place.

It’s another case of sibling rivalry here at AutoGuide.

Nissan was one of the first brands to make a mainstream all-electric vehicle with the LEAF. But when it comes to the booming electric SUV segment, Nissan is a bit late on arrival. Finally, the brand has jumped in with the all-new Ariya.

For years, both Volkswagen and Toyota fought for the title of largest automotive company in the world.

We’ve driven the 2024 Lexus TX and determined it hits the mark. The big luxury SUV does exactly what Lexus set out to do: make a dedicated three-row that offers buyers more space than the cramped, outgoing RX-L.

What else can be said about the most enduring symbol of semi-affordable droptop motoring? We’ve driven the Miata a few times since the “ND2” facelift of 2019 brought a bump in power and tweaked the chassis, and it flat-out refuses to disappoint. The little 2.0-liter four-pot is still a sweetheart, with sharp throttle response and a willingness to rev well past 7,000 rpm. In America, Mazda has cut the automatic transmission from most of the Miata’s trim levels these days, and that’s good, because the slick six-speed manual is a joy to row. The throws are short and direct, while the clutch pedal is silly easy to operate.

It had to be done. We had to drive the Tesla Model 3.

The Toyota Corolla remains a mainstay of the automotive world.

The world of electric vehicles can be confusing for first time buyers. New vehicles are being introduced all the time with unusual names. Just about every major auto manufacturer has joined the party, and in a variety of sizes.

This is what over 1,000 all-electric horsepower looks like.

The pickup truck’s transformation into family vehicle is complete.

A Rematch on an Even Playing Field

So you’ve been called back to the office.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is the Patrick Wilson of SUVs.

Two Different Approaches to the Hot Hatch

The Ford Explorer remains one of the brand's most enduring—and best-selling—SUVs.

Look at these two drama llamas.

It's the best-selling vehicle in North America that isn't a pickup. But which Toyota RAV4 trim is right for you: the LE or the XLE?

It's a question we get asked all the time: EV or PHEV? With the Kia Niro, the answer is yes.

Size matters when it comes to three-row SUVs.

In America, there’s no more iconic off-road vehicle than the Jeep Wrangler.

"Every EV is the same" just isn't true. Look at this sibling rivalry between the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6.

Remember the 1990s?

When it comes to affordable, compact German sedans, there’s only one choice: the Jetta.

The Honda Accord saw a major redesign for 2023, but which is the right affordable trim: Honda Accord LX or EX?

This four-door face-off boils down to two things: reputation, or value.

The Ram 1500 is one of the best-selling vehicles in America.  

Spoiled. That’s what we are. Flat-out spoiled. Just look at what we’ve gathered together for the latest Best Performance Car AutoGuide shootout brought to you by WeatherTech.

The popularity of the Volkswagen Golf GTI is undeniable.