Articles tagged with: crossover
GMC concept fades into oblivion.
At the 2012 Detroit auto show, a compact multi-purpose vehicle was rolled out, a 5-passenger crossover that went by the name of GMC Granite. That model wowed the press corps and …
RDX prototype gives us a look at the 2013 model.
The Honda Motor Company takes a curious approach to unveiling its cars at major auto shows across the globe. When Honda shows a concept vehicle, in …
Pathfinder name will continue in planned crossover model.
The Nissan Pathfinder has been a holdover in the sport utility vehicle segment. This model, one of the oldest continuous names in the industry, has held on to …
Five passenger hatchback gets fuel efficient engine.
TORRANCE, Calif. — Honda announced on Wednesday that it is making available a 2.4-liter four cylinder engine for two-wheel-drive versions of its Crosstour crossover. This 16-valve engine will be …
Larger Enclave gets a smaller sibling.
GM has decided to give the Buick Enclave an encore. Literally. The automaker announced this week that the Buick Encore will make its debut at the North American International Auto …
By Charles K. Green
He is just 24 years old, but already has a pair of Formula One championships under his belt. This describes Sebastian Vettel, the German race car driver who began to drive for …
New crossover design introduced at Tokyo Motor Show.
The 2011 Tokyo Motor Show has started, but one of the biggest hits this year may not come from one of the home team automakers. Instead, Volkswagen has …
The Hyundai Tucson is a compact, 5-passenger crossover sport utility vehicle model that is available in front- or all-wheel-drive. Priced from $19,045, this CUV is known for its exceptional value, good handling, spacious interior room …
Los Angeles debut of 2013 Lincoln MKS sedan and MKT crossover.
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Lincoln has unveiled a pair of 2013 models at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show, giving us a look at the design direction …
Compact crossover set for spring 2012 debut.
America’s best-selling compact crossover SUV is the Ford Escape, a five-passenger vehicle available in front- and all-wheel-drive. This model has been sold since 2001 and is prized for its …
2011 L.A. Auto Show debut for updated Flex.
Ford’s boxy Flex crossover has defied the odds and is soldiering on despite some reports that this vehicle will be discontinued. Flex sales are down by more than …
Small Jeep is big on amenities.
The Jeep Compass and its sister, the Jeep Patriot, are compact crossover sport utility vehicles underpinned by the same platform found in the Dodge Caliber. Introduced for 2007, the Compass …
L.A. Auto Show will showcase the next generation Ford Escape.
The 2013 Ford Escape is an all-new version of the popular crossover sport utility vehicle, one that will be providing customers a unique way to open …
Small crossover is big on amenities.
Among compact SUV nameplates, the 5-passenger GMC Terrain is one of the newest on the market, introduced for the 2010 model year. Available in front- and all-wheel-drive, this spacious crossover …
Popular Honda crossover SUV soldiers on.
Among compact crossovers, the Honda CR-V is one the earliest models on the market and is also one of the top sellers. The current CR-V is now in its third …
Ford shuffles the Lincoln deck again.
The Ford Motor Company appears hesitant about bringing its own compact luxury car to the market. The automaker is intent on remaking Lincoln, its luxury brand, by offering fresh products …
When introduced as a 2001 model, the Ford Escape had some catching up to do. The Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 were already out on the market, compact sport utility vehicles that were doing an …
Hot-selling Sorento is now made in Georgia.
The Kia Sorento is a compact crossover sport utility vehicle produced by Kia Motors, a South Korean car manufacturer. The first generation model was produced from 2003 to 2009 …
The minivan is dead. Long live the minivan!
Actually, the term “minivan” is no longer accurate — today’s smaller vans hold more people and weigh more than most cars. Some analysts consider vehicles like the Dodge …
Mini crossover finds its way into Nissan’s line up.
“What is it? Is it a Nissan?” asked my neighbor, Gary. “Yes, it is a Nissan — it’s called an Insect,” I joked. Well, not really. …
Cadillac’s compact crossover goes to the dance.
Five-passenger chiseled crossover goodness awaits you.
Cadillac’s model line is now down to three as its STS and DTS sedans have been retired. New models will begin arriving in 2012, …
New, lower price should entice crossover shoppers.
The Dodge Journey is a medium-sized crossover that seats 5 or up to 7 passengers and is available in front- or all-wheel-drive. Introduced in early 2008, Dodge sells approximately …
Driving in full-size crossover SUV style.
The full size crossover SUV market is a crowded segment as buyers know that these models afford the room, amenities, fuel efficiency and decent towing capacity that they demand. Featuring …
Car manufacturers are big on promoting their fuel efficient vehicles, as consumers continue to look for ways to reduce their pain at the gas pump. Some automakers are claiming fuel efficiency leadership including the Ford …
No, we did not overlook Infiniti’s offering at Pebble Beach last week. Our editorial schedule blew up as a pending road trip and schedule change had us put off sharing what is certainly old news …
New model goes on sale before year end.
TORRANCE, Calif. – When Honda brings forth a concept, it most likely represents a close iteration of the final product. Although Honda will occasionally showcase a futuristic model …
HLDI study reveals improved accident avoidance with Volvo SUV.
ARLINGTON, Va. – The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, a nonprofit organization backed by the nation’s auto insurance companies, has given Volvo’s City Safety technology a thumb’s …
By Sarah Danielson
When you think of family cars, you don’t necessarily think of luxury. Certainly, there are some comfortable minivans on the market, but they don’t have the speed and handling that you would find …
Compact crossover are offered by nearly every major car manufacturer, sport utility vehicles priced from around $20,000, seating five, and offered in front- or all-wheel-drive. The Kia Sportage is the oldest CUV from this Korean …
Competitive Kia Sorento
The Kia Sorento is the best-selling Kia model in the United States, a five or seven passenger crossover model built at the Korean automaker’s sole U.S. plant in West Point, Ga. Its top …
Chrysler and Buick are competing brands, the former representing Chrysler’s top brand, the latter GM’s middle, but premium brand. Both brands sell four models, but Buick is the fastest growing make in America while Chrysler …
The Cadillac SRX is a five passenger medium sized crossover sport utility vehicle now in its second generation of life.
That first generation model was underpinned by the chassis powering the CTS sedan, offered an optional …
Let’s quickly dispense with the niceties — the Lincoln MKT is an odd-looking beast. My first thought about the MKT when I saw its toothy fascia was of the alien creature in the Sigourney Weaver …
If the GMC Terrain looks familiar to you, it is. Think Chevrolet Equinox and you’ve got that model’s twin. Don’t count on GM to quit badge engineering even with four fewer brands to manage, but …
The Jeep Cherokee preceded the Ford Explorer to the market, but the Explorer certainly popularized the sport utility vehicle segment. Five passenger and larger SUVs were the rage throughout the 1990s and well into the …
Nissan’s sport utility vehicle penetration is one of the strongest among car manufacturers, offering six distinct models to choose from. Its five passenger Rogue is its second smallest crossover, wedged between the entry-level JUKE and …
