Instrumented Tests

Our Comprehensive Car Testing Explained

From measuring zero-to-60-mph times to blind spots, here's a detailed look at how we test cars.

Tested: Forester Wilderness Ups Its Off-Road Cred
A suspension lift, all-terrain tires, and other mods bolster the For…
Tested: 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Toes the Line
A third row of seats doesn't diminish the redesigned Jeep Grand Cher…
Tested: 2022 Mazda MX-30 EV Comes Up Short
An intriguing interior and wonderful dynamics can't overcome tepid a…
Tested: 2022 Ford Maverick Is a Big Little Truck
The exceedingly flexible and capable small pickup truck is the new e…

These in-depth car reviews use the results of hundreds of practicality, visibility, fuel-economy, and performance tests to show how a vehicle stacks up.

Dec 9, 2021
Tested: 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross Aims for Mass Appeal

Toyota doubles down on the Corolla's popularity by reshaping it into a subcompact SUV.

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Dec 8, 2021
Tested: 2021 Tesla Model S Plaid Is Absurdly Quick but Also Has a Few Key Flaws

Tesla's monstrously quick 1020-hp Model S nabs multiple records, but is it truly great?
Dec 7, 2021
Tested: 2021 Ford F-150 Tremor Gives the Raptor a Run for Its Money

Trail-focused driver assists help the Tremor stand on its own, plus it's nearly as quick as the Raptor.

Dec 3, 2021
Tested: 2021 Kia Sorento Is Compelling in Hybrid Form

The hybrid version of Kia's new Sorento packs a solid 227 horses and a 37-mpg EPA combined estimate.

Dec 1, 2021
2022 Audi RS e-tron GT Chases the Union Pacific 'Big Boy'

We stalk a big piece of the past with Audi's vision of the future, the electric RS e-tron GT.
Nov 23, 2021
Tested: 2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Goes Nuclear

Jeep builds a 470-hp V-8-powered Wrangler. Hilarity ensues.
Nov 19, 2021
Tested: 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor Chases the TRX

Ford's latest off-road wonder truck gets a new suspension setup and a bolder attitude.

Nov 18, 2021
Tested: 2022 Audi RS e-tron GT Whirs to 60 MPH in 2.9 Seconds

As Audi's version of the Porsche Taycan, the new RS e-tron GT is an exciting, Tesla-chasing ride.

Nov 16, 2021
Tested: 2022 Nissan Pathfinder Gets Much More Appealing

Nissan's new family SUV is more attractive, nicer inside, and no longer saddled with a CVT.

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Nov 12, 2021
Tested: 2021 Jaguar E-Pace P300 Sport Is Appealing but Compromised

Slower than rivals and not as roomy, the Jag's friskiness and tailored cabin bolster its credibility.

Nov 10, 2021
Tested: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz 2.5T Shuns Convention

Hyundai's new Santa Cruz compact truck attempts to skirt the rules for traditional pickups.

Nov 8, 2021
Tested: 2021 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid Coupe Nails the Three Vs

The plug-in Cayenne offers eco attributes, Cayenne S-like acceleration at a better value, and a fastback body for vanity's sake.
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Nov 4, 2021
Tested: 2022 Mini Cooper JCW Convertible Suddenly Seems Sensible

Inflation is finally catching up to Mini's premium pricing.

Nov 3, 2021
Tested: 2022 Porsche Macan GTS Is the One to Get

More power and a host of updates make Porsche's sportiest compact crossover better than ever.

Nov 3, 2021
Tested: 2022 Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer Go Big for Jeep

An old-school formula brings modern levels of comfort and technology to Jeep's new full-size SUVs.