The new 2026 911 Turbo S, available as a coupe and Cabriolet, is powered by a 701 horsepower 3.6 liter flat-six boxer engine with twin turbos in its T-Hybrid powertrain using a 1.9-kWh high-voltage battery which is the same as in the 911 Carrera GTS to deliver 61 more horsepower over the previous model. An eight-speed PDK with an integrated electric motor sends power to the Porsche Traction Management all-wheel drive system. The new 911 Turbo S has a curb weight of 3,829 lbs., which is a 180-lb. increase from its predecessor due to the hybrid system. The 911 Turbo S coupe is delivered as a two-seater as standard, but rear seats are optionally available at no additional charge. The Cabriolet is only offered in a 2+2 seat configuration. Carbon fiber windshield wiper arms are available as an option for the first time, offering 50 percent weight savings over the standard component. The new 2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S, the most powerful production 911 to date, is available to order and carries an MSRP of $272,650 (including $2,350 fee for delivery, processing and handling) for the coupe and $286,650 for the Cabriolet. Arrival in U.S. Porsche Centers is expected by Spring 2026.
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Thursday, September 25, 2025
2026 Subaru Solterra EV Starts At $39,945 This Fall
The all-new 2026 Subaru Solterra EV, in Premium, Limited, Limited XT, and Touring XT grades, has been redesigned with 338 horsepower from an uprated powertrain, increased driving range up to 288 miles on a single charge, and upgraded interior comforts and technology, including an upgraded 14-inch Subaru Multimedia touchscreen display. Every 2026 Solterra is equipped with standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and a suite of Subaru EyeSight® driver-assistance technologies, along with an all-new 14-inch Subaru Multimedia System featuring wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility. All 2026 Solterra models feature a North American Charging Standard charging port, which unlocks access to more than 15,000 charging stations across the U.S. It starts at $39,945 (including $1,450 destination & delivery), the same entry price as the outgoing model. The all-new 2026 Subaru Solterra EV arriving at Subaru retailers this Fall.
2026 Toyota GR Corolla Starts At $41,115 This Fall
The new 2026 Toyota GR Corolla, featuring the GR-FOUR All-Wheel Drive System, is powered by a 300 horsepower turbocharged G16E-GTS 1.6 liter 3-cylinder turbo engine with either an eight-speed GAZOO Racing Direct Automatic Transmission or a six-speed Intelligent Manual Transmission. Front and rear Torsen® Limited-Slip Rear Differentials are standard. There's a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster with customizable settings and, in the center of the dash, is the Toyota Audio Multimedia system with an eight-inch touchscreen. The GR Corolla comes with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 standard. The 2026 Toyota GR Corollas are expected to arrive at Toyota dealerships this Fall with a starting at $41,115 (including $1,195 dealer processing and handling fee).
2026 Audi A6 Starts At $65,395 In The 4th Quarter
The all-new, 9th-generation 2026 Audi A6, quicker and better handling than the previous model, is powered a 362 horsepower 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine mated to an Audi S tronic seven-speed dual clutch transmission and features quattro® all-wheel drive as standard. The 2026 A6 sedan has 27 more horsepower than the previous generation. The Audi digital stage revolves around the Audi MMI panoramic display and the optional 10.9-inch MMI front passenger display (standard on Prestige trims). The Audi virtual cockpit has an 11.9-inch display diagonal and the 14.5-inch MMI touch display. Standard features include adaptive cruise control, active front assist, side assist, rear cross traffic assist, parking system plus, traffic sign recognition, proactive occupant protection and rear-view camera. Other standard features include lane departure warning, front cross-traffic assist, swerve assist, front turn assist, and emergency brake assistant. Additional driver assistance features standard on Premium plus and Prestige trim levels include Park assist plus, Adaptive cruise assist, and Top view camera system. The 2026 Audi A6 sedan will be available at U.S. Audi retailers from the fourth quarter of 2025 and is priced from $65,395 (including $1,295 destination and delivery).
2026 Subaru BRZ Starts At $37,055
The 2026 Subaru BRZ rear-wheel drive sports car, in Limited, tS, and a new limited-production Series.Yellow edition, is powered by a 228 horsepower 2.4-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine mated to a 6-speed manual transmission paired with a TORSEN® limited-slip differential. The 2026 Subaru BRZ Limited is available with a 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission or a 6-speed electronic direct-control automatic, starting at $37,055 MSRP (including $1,195 destination & delivery) and features Ultrasuede® with red leather accents, dual-mode seat heater controls, and Subaru 8.0-inch Multimedia Plus System with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connectivity. The 6-speed electronic direct-control automatic transmission is available for the BRZ Limited, and is priced at $850 MSRP.
2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Starts At $26,130 Now
The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross, available in a choice of hybrid or gas-powered models, with the Hybrid model, offered in S, SE, and XSE grades all equipped with standard Electronic On-Demand AWD, and powered by a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence and three electric motors electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission delivering 196 Net Combined horsepower and a Manufacturer-Estimated 42 Combined MPG Rating. The gas-powered models, in L, LE and XLE grades with either FWD or AWD, are powered a 169 horsepower Dynamic Force 4-cylinder, 2.0-liter DOHC 16-valve engine with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence paired to a Continuously Variable Transmission with intelligence and Shift Mode. Corolla Cross has a newly available 10.5-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen and a 7-inch digital gauge cluster or 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. There's an available tow hitch for towing capacity of up to 1,500 lbs. Arriving at Toyota dealerships now, 2026 Corolla Cross gas models start at $26,130 (including $1,495 Dealer Processing and Handling) while Corolla Cross Hybrid models start at $30,490.
2026 Kia Sorento Starts At $33,635
The 2026 Kia Sorento with a 191 horsepower 2.5L 4-cylinder Gasoline Direct Injection engine paired with an 8-Speed Automatic Transmission, starts at $33,635 (including $1,445 destination) and now the new Terrain Mode is standard on AWD-equipped models. The other ICE engine option is a 281 horsepower 2.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection engine. The 2026 Sorento Hybrid starts at $40,335 and 2026 Sorento the Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) starts at $49,735.
BMW iX5 Hydrogen Coming In 2028
The new BMW X5 will offer a choice of battery electric, plug-in hybrid, gasoline, diesel (in markets outside the US), and hydrogen fuel cell technology. The new BMW iX5 Hydrogen, the brand’s first-ever series-produced hydrogen-powered model, will arrive in 2028. As well as developing the new BMW iX5 Hydrogen, BMW is also actively involved in efforts to expand the hydrogen refueling network.
Friday, September 19, 2025
2026 Mazda CX-30 Starts at $27,470
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 is powered by a 186 horsepower Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter, four-cylinder naturally aspirated engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission with manual mode and sport mode. CX-30 2.5 Turbo models are powered by a 250 horsepower Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo four-cylinder engine. New for 2026, CX-30 adopts a brake Limited Slip Differential and all models are equipped with G-Vectoring Control Plus and Off-Road Traction Assist as standard. Standard i-Activsense safety features include Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Smart Brake Support, High Beam Control, and Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist, Rear Seat Alert, Vehicle Exit, Warning, Driver Attention Alert, and Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert. Mazda Connect infotainment system has an 8.8-inch display that can be controlled with the multi-function commander knob and is integrated with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A larger 10.25-inch center display with touchscreen functionality for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is newly available on select 2.5 S models. The 2026 CX-30 has a starting MSRP of $27,470 (including $1,495 for destination and handling).
Tuesday, September 16, 2025
2026 Mazda CX-50 Starts At $31,485 Soon
The 2026 Mazda CX-50 is powered by a 187 horsepower Skyactiv-G 2.5L naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine paired with a Skyactiv-Drive six-speed automatic transmission. The CX-50 Hybrid has a 219 horsepower hybrid powertrain comprised of a 2.5L naturally-aspirated four-cylinder engine, hybrid EV battery, three electric motors, Electronically-controlled Continuously Variable Transmission, standard Electric AWD, and Mi-Drive modes Power and Trail. The CX-50 Hybrid has an EPA estimated 38 MPG combined and 551-mile total driving range. The CX-50 2.5 Turbo is powered by a 256 horsepower Skyactiv-G 2.5L turbocharged four-cylinder engine paired with a Skyactiv-Drive six-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters and has standard i-Activ AWD. Standard i-Activsense safety features include Smart Brake Support with pedestrian detection, Blind Spot Monitoring, Driver Attention Alert, Lane Departure Warning System, Lane Keep Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Seat Alert, and Vehicle Exit Warning. The all-new White Interior Option features white half leatherette seats. The 2026 CX-50 has a starting MSRP of $31,485 (including $1,495 for destination and handling) and CX-50 Hybrid starting at $36,245.
Saturday, September 13, 2025
2026 Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID Starts At $94,500 Soon
The 2026 Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID, offering up to 41 miles of all-electric range, is powered by an AMG-enhanced 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder turbocharged engine with P2 Plug-In Hybrid System and a permanently excited synchronous electric motor, producing a combined output of 577 horsepower (604 horsepower with optional RACE START) and mated to an AMG SPEEDSHIFT® TCT 9G transmission. AMG RIDE CONTROL suspension has adaptive adjustable damping and 2.5-degree active rear-axle steering. A limited "Edition 1" model is also available for model year 2026 only. The new AMG hybrid wagon arrives at U.S. dealerships in early fall 2025, starting from $94,500 (including $1,150 destination and delivery charge).
2026 Subaru WRX Series. Yellow and BRZ Series. Yellow Limited Editions
The new 2026 Subaru WRX Series. Yellow, featuring a Subaru 11.6-inch Multimedia system for infotainment and a 12.3-inch full digital gauge cluster, is powered by a 271-horsepower, 2.4-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine and Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive shifted through a 6-speed manual transmission. The 2026 Subaru BRZ Series. Yellow (above) is powered by a 2.4-liter, 228-horsepower naturally aspirated SUBARU BOXER® engine paired with a 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission that powers the rear wheels only. Both are limited to 350 cars for each model line with pricing to be announced closer to market launch for both models.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
2026 Nissan Z Starts At $44,215 Soon
The 2026 Nissan Z, offered in Sport, Performance and NISMO grades, is powered by a 400 horsepower 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 engine paired with a six-speed manual transmission or a nine-speed automatic with shift paddles. Standard features include a fully digital meter display, 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, Intelligent Cruise Control, Nissan Intelligent Key™ with push-button start, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and 18-inch wheels with Yokohama ADVAN Sport high performance tires. The 2026 Nissan Z will reach dealers later this month with starting at $44,215 (including $1,245 destination & handling). The Heritage Edition package is offered exclusively on the 2026 Nissan Z Performance grade for $2,940, bringing the total MSRP of a 2026 Nissan Z Performance grade with Heritage Edition package to $57,155. The 420 horsepower 2026 Nissan Z NISMO starts at $66,995.
2026 Toyota Land Cruiser Starting At $58,650 Soon
The 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser, built on the TNGA-F global truck platform shared with the Tundra, Sequoia, Tacoma, and 4Runner, is powered by 326 horsepower turbocharged i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain paired with a full-time four-wheel drive system that integrates an electric motor within the bell housing between the turbocharged engine and the 8-speed automatic transmission, delivering an EPA-estimated combined fuel economy rating of 23 MPG. Standard CRAWL Control provides low-speed off-road cruise control with five selectable speeds, while Downhill Assist Control helps manage descents by limiting vehicle speed. Additional traction aids include Vehicle Stability Control and an automatic limited-slip differential. An 8-inch or available 12.3-inch multimedia touchscreen controls Toyota’s Audio Multimedia system that supports wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ and can pair with an available premium 14-speaker JBL® audio system. Qi® wireless charging with enhanced power output is available, along with multiple USB-C ports and a 2400-Watt AC inverter in the cargo area. An available 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster offers customizable styles and widgets. The i-FORCE MAX powertrain, enables a towing capacity of up to 6,000 pounds. The 2026 Land Cruiser is slated to arrive at dealerships this September starting at $58,650 (including $1,450 dealer processing and handling fee).
2026 Lexus IS 350 Coming In Early 2026
The 2026 Lexus IS 350 sedan, available in F SPORT Design and F SPORT grades, powered by a 311 horsepower 3.5-liter V6 engine with the rear-wheel drive model using an eight-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic transmission, while the AWD version sends power through a six-speed automatic. The Lexus Interface has been enlarged to 12.3 inches and the digital instrument cluster in front of the driver has also been increased to 12.3 inches. Every model comes equipped with the Lexus Premium Sound system, featuring a standard 10-speaker configuration while a 17-speaker Mark Levinson system is available as a factory option. For 2026, the IS comes standard with Lexus Safety System+ 3.0. The new model will go on sale in early 2026.
2026 Honda Ridgeline Starts At $42,090 Now
The 2026 Honda Ridgeline, available in four all-wheel drive trim levels, is powered by a 280 horsepower V6 engine that can tow up to 5,000 pounds. New for 2026, Ridgeline Black Edition is available with contrasting black roof. The Ridgeline starts at $42,090 (including a $1,495 destination charge) for the Ridgeline Sport. The new TrailSport-exclusive color Ash Green Metallic is pictured above. .
Polestar 5 Starts At $140,000 In Europe
The Polestar 5 four-door performance Grand Tourer is powered by an in-house developed electric rear motor that contributes up to 450 kW and 660 Nm to the Polestar 5 Performance’s 650 kW and 1,015 Nm total power output. For increased efficiency the rear motor of the Polestar 5 can disconnect, and the Polestar 5 Dual motor can achieve up to 415 miles on a single charge while the Polestar 5 Performance can drive for up to 350 miles. An 800 V electrical architecture, the first of its kind on a Polestar vehicle allows the Polestar 5 to charge at up to 350 kW on a suitable DC charger. The 10-80% battery charge benchmark can take as little as 22 minutes. Polestar 5 performance Grand Tourer on sale now priced from EUR 119,900 ($139,230) in Germany for Polestar 5 Dual motor and EUR 142,900 ($167,193) for Polestar 5 Performance including fees. Polestar is a Swedish electric car brand.
2026 Toyota Highlander Starts At $46,765 In November
The 2026 Toyota Highlander is powered by a 265-horsepower 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder paired with a direct shift 8-speed Electronically Controlled Automatic Transmission with selectable drive modes that include Eco, Normal, Sport, and Snow modes in XLE, XSE, Limited, and Platinum grades. The XLE grade has standard mechanical All Wheel Drive. The XSE, Limited, and Platinum grades have Dynamic Torque Vectoring AWD. All Highlander 2.4-L turbo gas powered models have a 5,000-pound towing capacity. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid combines a 2.5-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine with two electric motor-generators for 243 net combined horsepower for a manufacturer-estimated 35 combined MPG rating and will be equipped with Toyota’s Electronic On-Demand AWD system and have up to 3,500 pounds of towing capacity. There's standard three row Seating for up to seven with an optional bench seat for up to eight (XLE and Limited Grades). Highlander has standard three zone climate control, Qi-compatible wireless charging, and the choice of 8.0-inch or available 12.3-inch touchscreen, which run the Toyota Audio Multimedia system. The 2026 Highlander lineup is expected to start arriving at U.S. Toyota dealerships this coming November. MSRP will start at $46,765 for the gas XLE grade and $48,515 for hybrid XLE grade (including $1,495 dealer processing and handling fee).
BMW iX3 Arrives Summer of 2026
The BMW iX3 fully electric Sports Activity Vehicle is powered by the sixth-generation BMW eDrive technology with a range of up to 400 miles (estimated range of up to 400 miles according to preliminary BMW AG tests based on the EPA’s test procedure standards). The new BMW iX3 will launch the new BMW design language, which will expand across the whole of BMW’s range as new models and variants are introduced. The BMW iX3 is the first series-production model in which BMW Panoramic iDrive redefines the user experience. The BMW iX3 50 xDrive is powered by two electric motors which generate a combined output of 463 horsepower. The 17.9-inch Central Display with matrix backlight technology features a further improved version of the QuickSelect menu structure to enable optimum operation of functions and content by touch. The new BMW iX3 can be ordered from launch with an optional M Sport package. The market launch of the new BMW iX3 will commence in the US in the Summer of 2026.
2026 Mazda CX-90 Starts At $40,330
The 2026 Mazda CX-90 crossover offers CX-90 3.3 Turbo models that are a powered by the 280 horsepower e-Skyactiv G 3.3-liter turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine equipped with M-Hybrid Boost, a 48-volt mild-hybrid assist system and mated to an 8 speed automatic transmission with standard i-Activ AWD. CX-90 3.3 Turbo models have an EPA estimated 23 mpg city, 28 mpg highway, and 25 mpg combined. The CX-90 PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid) is equipped with the e-Skyactiv PHEV powertrain comprised of a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine that is mated to an electric motor with a 17.8kWh high-capacity battery, producing 323 horsepower with an all-electric range of up to 26 miles. All CX-90 PHEV models can tow up to 3,500 lbs. when equipped with Mazda Genuine Towing Accessories. The CX-90 3.3 Turbo Select starts at $40,330 (including $1,530 for destination and handling) and the CX-90 PHEV Preferred starts at $52,025.