2025 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Starts At $67,195 This Summer

The all-new 2025 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron is powered by a 375 horsepower Single Rear Motor with a 100 kWh Battery (94.4 kWh Net) starts at $67,195 (including $1,295 destination & delivery). With available ultra® package delivers an EPA-estimated 392 miles of range and 270kW DC fast charging can achieve 10-80% battery capacity recharging in as little as 21 minutes. The all-new design of the A6 Sportback e-tron family is offered exclusively in a Sportback body style for North American markets. The 456 horsepower A6 Sportback e-tron quattro, with an EPA-estimated range of 377 miles when equipped with the available ultra package, starts at $69,195. The 543 horsepower S6 Sportback e-tron delivers an EPA-estimated range of 324 miles when equipped with 20-inch wheels and starts at $79,995. There's an 11.9-inch virtual cockpit instrument display and 14.5-inch center MMI screen and an interesting option are headrest integrated speakers. All Audi A6 and S6 Sportback e-tron models are offered in Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige trim levels and feature a panoramic glass sunroof with switchable transparency as standard. The all-new 2025 Audi A6 and S6 Sportback e-tron are expected to arrive at U.S. dealerships this Summer.

New 2026 Lexus RZ EV Coming This Fall

The new 2026 Lexus RZ features a fully redesigned BEV DIRECT4 all-wheel-drive system delivering increased motor output, an extended driving range, and reduced charging time. It also introduces the next-generation Steer-by-Wire System* providing a completely new driving experience. In addition to the RZ 350e and RZ 500e, the RZ 550e F SPORT joins the lineup equipped with higher-output front and rear motors, achieving a maximum system output of 300 kW. Lexus also introduces Interactive Manual Drive for the first time. The release is planned to gradually roll out across various regions beginning in Fall 2025.

2025 Nissan Z On Sale Now Starting At $44,110

The 2025 Nissan Z, powered by a standard 400 horsepower 3.0-liter V6 twin turbo engine mated to a either six-speed manual transmission or nine-speed automatic transmission, is on sale now starting at $44,110 (including $1,140 destination and handling charge). The Z has a fully digital meter display, 8-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay®, 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.

2026 Genesis GV70 Starts At $49,435 Soon

The newly redesigned 2026 Genesis GV70 all wheel drive SUV is powered by a 300 horsepower 2.5L turbocharged inline four cylinder engine or a 375 horsepower 3.5L twin-turbo V6 engine feeding an all wheel drive system. The exterior has a redesigned G-Matrix Crest Grille and two-line headlamps equipped with micro lens array (MLA) technology while the interior offers an all-new 27-inch OLED display that integrates the gauge cluster and updated infotainment system into a single expansive horizontal layout. The GV70 safety and convenience capabilities include Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, Blind Spot Monitor, Surround View Monitor, Rear Cross Traffic Avoidance Assist, Parking Distance Warning, and Highway Drive Assist. The 2026 GV70 starts at  $49,435 (including $1,450 freight charge). The newly redesigned 2026 GV70 will arrive at retailers in the coming weeks. 

Volvo ES90, All-Electric, Arrives Late This Year or Early 2026

The new, fully electric Volvo ES90 has a range of up to 434 miles of range under the WLTP testing cycle in Europe in the all-wheel drive variants with twin motor and 106 kWh battery. The ES90, which debuts Volvo's new 800-volt technology, can add 186 miles of range in just 10 minutes at 350 kW fast charging stations. The 14.5-inch center screen display gives access to navigation, entertainment, climate, phone and more. A new 3D view supported by a 360 camera helps navigate tight parking spaces. The panoramic roof provides UV protection of up to 99.9 per cent, and the optional electrochromic version adjusts the transparency of the glass. The new Volvo ES90 is available for order now in Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. Other markets will be added later this year and into 2026.

2025 all-electric Honda Prologue Starts At $41,350 Before Credits

The 2025 all-electric Honda Prologue, powered by a 220 horsepower single motor two-wheel drive gets a 12 mile range increase on a single charge to 308 miles while the 300 horsepower Dual Motor AWD Prologues increase range to 294 miles for the EX and Touring and 283 miles for the Elite model. Prologue's 85 kWh lithium-ion battery pack is designed to recharge 65 miles of range in about 10 minutes. The Prologue EX has an MSRP of $41,350 (including $1,450 destination charge), before the application of any government incentives or tax credits to lessees. All 2025 Prologues qualify for the U.S. $7,500 EV federal tax credit.

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Starts At $31,140

The new 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander, the brand's flagship SUV powered by a 181 horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) with eight-speed sport mode, gets a mid-cycle refresh that includes updated front grille and bumper, revised taillights, a more precise retuned power steering system, recalibrated springs, shock absorbers, and stabilizer bars. Every 2025 Outlander includes as standard: three rows of seating for up to seven passengers, full LED lighting inside and out, frameless auto-dimming mirror, 12.3" navigation screen with HD Traffic Information, YAMAHA® audio with wireless Apple® CarPlay and Android AutoTM2, USB-C power ports, multi-zone automatic climate control, and a full suite of driver-alert and safety features. On S-AWC models, heated front seats are offered as standard equipment. The entry-level front-wheel-drive ES model starts at $31,140 (including $1,495 destination/handling charge) to the top-of-the-line SEL Platinum Edition with Mitsubishi Motors' signature Super All-Wheel Control all-wheel-drive system with an MSRP of $44,640. 

All-New Audi A5 Starts At $48,995 Before end of the 2nd Quarter

The all-new Audi A5, 2.6 inches longer compared to the A4, is powered the standard 268 horsepower 2.0L TFSI® 4-cylinder engine or the 362 horsepower 3.0L TFSI® V6 engine, both mated to a 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission delivering power to a quattro® all-wheel-drive system. There are eight customizable digital LED daytime running light signatures available on A5 Prestige, S5 Premium Plus and Prestige trim levels, and new customizable second-generation digital OLED taillights available on A5 and S5 Prestige models. There's an 11.9-inch Audi virtual cockpit and 14.5-inch MMI center touch display, with the Digital Stage able to be with the optional 10.9-inch MMI front-passenger display integrated into the dashboard design. The all-new 2025 Audi A5 and S5 will arrive in U.S. dealerships before the second quarter of 2025, with MSRP pricing from $48,995 (including $1,295 for destination and delivery).

2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI Starts At $33,670, Golf R At $48,325

The refreshed 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI is powered by a 241 horsepower 2.0-liter TSI® turbocharged and direct-injection engine paired with either a 6-speed manual or 7-speed DSG® transmission starts at $33,670 (including $1,225 destination charge) for the S trim. The Golf R (pictured above), with a 13-horsepower increase, now has 328 horsepower, comes with the 7-speed DSG® dual-clutch automatic transmission and starts at $48,325. The interior gets a new Carbon Gray décor and a freestanding 12.9-inch touchscreen. An optional Euro Style Package is available for both trims. Standard and available features are improved across all trim levels, including standard navigation, Dynamic Road Sign Display, wired- and wireless App-Connect on the base S trim. IQ.DRIVE® driver assistance technology remains standard across the line up.   

2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Starts At $46,200

The all-new 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport, powered by a 285 horsepower 24-valve DOHC 3.5-liter V6 engine mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission, has a 2.55 inch longer wheelbase at 113.6 inches and a 1.3 inch wider track than the previous model. The Passport will have the second generation of the Honda torque vectoring i-VTM4™ all-wheel drive system with rear drive unit that can handle 40% more torque and provides 30% faster response and up to 70% of the engine's torque can be sent to the rear axle, and 100% of that torque can be distributed to either the left or right rear wheel. Every 2026 Passport can be customized with a choice of seven post-production option packages that include an Adventure Package, a Pet Package, and a new HPD Package. The new TrailWatch™ camera system, which is standard, uses front, rear, side and 360 degree cameras along with tire placement graphics to help drivers navigate obstacles outside their natural line of sight by slope or proximity, such as blind crests, deep ruts and the trail's edge. The 2026 Passport starts with the exceptionally well-equipped RTL trim, carrying a starting MSRP of $46,200 (including $1,450 Destination Charge).

Volvo EX30 Cross Country Coming Later This Year

The new Volvo EX30 Cross Country fully electric SUV comes with all-wheel drive and is higher off the ground compared with the standard EX30 with bigger wheels and the option of an 18-inch all-terrain accessory tire. The Volvo EX30 Cross Country can be charged from 10-80 percent in as little as 26 minutes and like every new Volvo car, the EX30 Cross Country has Google built-in. The new Volvo EX30 Cross Country will be available in the US later this year.

2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid Starts At $34,995 This Spring

The 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid is the first model in the Subaru lineup to be powered by a next-generation Subaru series-parallel hybrid powertrain that integrates a 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine and electric motors with Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and Lineartronic® Continuously Variable Transmission to deliver 194 total system horsepower with up to 581 miles of range on a single tank of fuel for an EPA-estimated rating of 35 mpg city, 34 mpg highway, 35 mpg combined. The 2025 Forester Hybrid will arrive at retailers nationwide in Spring 2025, starting at $34,995 MSRP.

2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness Coming This Fall

The new 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness, powered by a revised 180 horsepower 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine mated to a revised Lineartronic® Continuously Variable Transmission, features 9.3 inches of ground clearance (an inch higher than its predecessor) and EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology, a tablet-style 11.6-inch Subaru Multimedia system with integrated center information display, and an available 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster with navigation and Apple Maps integration. The 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness will arrive at retailers nationwide in Fall 2025.

2025 Jeep® Wagoneer S Limited Starts At $66,995

The new 2025 Jeep® Wagoneer S Limited, joining the Launch Edition, produces 600 horsepower battery-electric vehicle with a range of more than 300 miles on a single charge and is paired with the Jeep brand-exclusive Selec-Terrain traction management system. The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S is now available to order online and in Jeep dealerships throughout North America, with a starting U.S. MSRP of $66,995 (including $1,795 destination). The 2025 Wagoneer S qualifies for Inflation Reduction Act lease EV credits ($7,500 for retail and lease purchases).

2025 Lexus LX 700h Starts At $106,850 Soon

The 2025 Lexus LX 700h with two or three-rows, offered in Premium, F SPORT Handling, Luxury, Ultra Luxury, powered by a  twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V6 engine paired with a 10-speed Direct Shift Automatic Transmission (same as the LX 600). The hybrid system produces 457 horsepower, 583 lb.-ft of torque, and an improved EPA-estimated combined fuel economy rating of 20 MPG. The starting MSRP of $106,850 (includes Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee). Ready for the adventure ahead, both the LX 600 and LX 700h can tow up to 8,000 pounds. The Overtrail grade is available on the LX 700h and can be equipped as a two or three-row configuration. The LX 600 is powered 409 horsepower 3.4-liter V6 twin-turbo gasoline engine. There's a standard 12.3-inch high-definition upper touchscreen with added LX-exclusive 7-inch lower touchscreen. The 7-inch lower touchscreen displays the climate control screen and MTS. It also features vehicle information including: differential lock status, mode selection when using Drive Mode Select, Downhill Assist Control, Crawl Control, and vehicle height control. The 2025 LX lineup is expected to arrive at dealerships in early 2025.

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE 4-Door Coupe

The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE 4-Door Coupe, from Affalterbach, is powered by the Handcrafted 630 horsepower AMG 4.0L V8 biturbo engine combined with a 201 horsepower rear axle electric motor that generates a combined system output of 831 horsepower for acceleration from a standstill to 60 mph in 2.8 seconds to an electronically limited top speed of 197 mph. The drive power from the combustion engine and electric motor is transferred to the front wheels as required from the variable AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive by means of the driveshaft and axles of the front wheels. It also enables all-electric driving with all-wheel drive. The AMG DYNAMIC SELECT drive programs, "Electric," "Comfort," "Battery Hold," "Sport," "Sport+," "RACE," "Slippery" and "Individual," are precisely tailored to the new drive technology. External charging takes place via the 3.7 kW on-board AC charger, at a charging station, wallbox or household socket. The battery is designed for fast power delivery rather than longest possible range.

2025 Volkswagen ID.4 82 kWh Models Start at $46,520

The 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 82 kWh models, produced at the Chattanooga factory, start at $46,520 (including $1,425 destination) for the rear-wheel-drive Pro and $50,420 for the AWD Pro. The rear-wheel-drive Pro S starts at $51,620 and the AWD Pro S carries a sticker price of $55,520. The Pro S Plus is only available with all-wheel drive at a starting MSRP of $58,720. Models with the 62 kWh battery will have later availability, and all models will receive additional content starting midyear. Details and pricing on both will come at a later date. Driver assistance features include standard IQ.DRIVE®; plus Park Distance Control; Park Assist (Parking Steering Assistant); Dynamic Road Sign Display; and Light Assist (High Beam Control for headlights).

2026 BMW iX Starts At $76,325 In The 2nd Quarter

The 2026 BMW iX is offered in new 402 horsepower iX xDrive45 with an estimated range of up to 312 miles and starting price of  $76,325 (including $1,175 destination and handling), the 536 horsepower iX xDrive60 with an expected range of up to 340 miles and starting price of $89,675, and the 650 horsepower performance-oriented iX M70 xDrive with an expected 302 miles of range and starting price of $112,675. Estimated ranges are according to preliminary BMW AG tests based on the EPA’s test procedure standards. The exterior has been revised including headlights, an updated grille with illumination on the iX xDrive45 and iX xDrive60. Illumination is standard on iX M70 xDrive. The new BMW iX is already equipped with Driving Assistant Plus as standard in addition to Forward Collision Mitigation, Active Blind Spot Detection and Lane Keeping Assistant and Speed Limit Assistant it also includes Distance Control and Steering Assistant, each of which can be used at speeds of up to 112 mph, as well as Active Speed Limit Assist. A tow hitch will be available as an option for the new BMW iX in the summer of 2025. For all model variants, the maximum permitted towing capacity is 3,500 lbs. Production of the 2026 BMW iX will begin in March of 2025 at BMW’s Plant Dingolfing. Deliveries are expected to commence in the second quarter of 2025.

2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Coming This Fall

The new third-generation 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid is equipped with the next-generation Subaru series-parallel hybrid system that integrates a 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine and electric motors with Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and Lineartronic® Continuously Variable Transmission delivering total system output of 194 horsepower. All trim levels of the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid are equipped with X-MODE® with Hill Descent Control, and 8.7 inches of ground clearance and the latest version of Subaru’s EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology which can identify cyclists and pedestrians at intersections sooner and, when necessary, alert the driver and apply braking to avoid collisions. Reverse Automatic Braking and Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert also come on the Crosstrek Hybrid. Pricing, specifications, and equipment for the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid will be announced closer to its on-sale date in Fall 2025.

Acura RSX EV Goes Into Production Later This Year

The all-new, all-electric Acura RSX, engineered on the new Honda-developed EV platform, is scheduled for production later this year at the Honda EV Hub in Ohio. Development testing in real-world conditions for the all-electric RSX begins this week.

2025 Alfa Romeo Series Starts At $46,490

The all-new 2025 Alfa Romeo Intensa special series, available on the full lineup of 2025 Tonale, Stelvio and Giulia (above) models featuring distinctive two-tone design elements, will be powered by either a 1.3-liter 285-horsepower PHEV powertrain with 33 miles of all-electric range or the new 2.0-liter 268-horsepower turbocharged gas engine on the Tonale starting at $46,490 (including $1,995 destination) for the Tonale Intensa with 2.0-liter turbo engine and starting at $56,490 for the Tonale Intensa PHEV. The 2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia Intensa starts at $51,990 and Stelvio Intensa starts at $57,390, both powered by a 280-horsepower turbocharged engine and standard Q4 all-wheel drive with an eight-speed automatic transmission. 

2025 Corvette ZR1 Starts At $174,995 Later This Year

The 2025 Corvette ZR1, available in 1LZ and 3LZ trim levels, is powered by a 1,064 horsepower 5.5L twin-turbocharged LT7 DOHC flat-plane crank V8 engine and will have a starting MSRP of $174,995 (including $1,695 DFC) for the 1LZ coupe and $184,995 for the 1LZ hardtop convertible. The 3LZ coupe is available for a starting MSRP of $185,995 (including DFC) or $195,995 (including DFC) for the 3LZ convertible. Performance options include the ZR1 Carbon Fiber Aero Package with an MSRP of $8,495 which adds a high-downforce rear wing, front dive planes, a tall hood spoiler and underbody strakes to increase downforce, and the ZTK Performance Package with an MSRP of $1,500 which requires the Carbon Fiber Aero Package. Chevrolet will begin accepting orders for the 2025 Corvette ZR1 in mid-February with production to begin at Bowling Green Assembly in the 2nd quarter. 

2025 Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty Trucks Arrive This Quarter

The new 2025 Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty Trucks are powered by either the standard 405 horsepower 6.4-liter HEMI® V-8 engine or the new 430 horsepower 6.7-liter Cummins High-Output Turbo Diesel engine paired to the TorqueFlite HD eight-speed transmission  enabling 36,610 pounds of towing capability with a 3.42 rear axle ratio. (Max towing was previously available only with a 4.10 axle ratio.) The RamBox cargo management system includes versatile, weatherproof, lockable, illuminated and drainable storage bins built into the bed rails. Available with RamBox is a pickup bed divider and cargo rail system with four sliding, adjustable cleats. For 2025, Ram Heavy Duty pickups feature updated grilles with a unique design, depending on the selected trim level. New premium LED headlamps, including twin bi-functional projectors, are available, while LEDs are now standard. An on-board power inverter offers up to 2.4 kilowatts with two covered outlets located inside the bed of the Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty. The new 2025 Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty trucks feature an improved 12-inch or new 14.5-inch touchscreen display and the Uconnect 5 system offers more connected services. A 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster shows nearly two dozen different menus, including driver-assist technologies such as adaptive cruise control, active driving assist, Drowsy Driver Detection and Traffic Sign Information. New standard safety features include adaptive cruise control, Forward Collision Warning-Plus, ParkSense front/rear park assist (Big Horn). New Drowsy Driver Detection, Traffic Sign Recognition and Active Lane Management are available. The Ram 3500 Chassis Cab starts at $49,285 (including destination), Ram 4500 Chassis Cab at$55,660 and Ram 5500 Chassis Cab at $56,770. The new 2025 Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty trucks are scheduled to arrive in dealerships this quarter (Q1 2025).

SaxtonOnCars Celebrates 15 Years! It Started With Tesla

SaxtonOnCars started 15 years ago in 2009 shortly after I left my assignment with Edmunds.com creating daily new vehicle content for their predictive tool, Car Stock Exchange. My coverage of the auto industry really began as a sportscaster in the mid-70s commentating on stock car racing and demolition derbies on CKVU-TV in Vancouver, and reporting on all levels of auto racing. When I made the shift to financial newscasting at Financial News Network (FNN), I was tapped to host their weekly primetime program AutoTrends and be involved in live collector car auction broadcasts (years before Speed Channel launched). The drive continued at KWHY-22 "The Business Channel" in Los Angeles with my CarBiz segments interviewing automotive executives. My automotive mic was on cruise control at KFWB News980 and Bloomberg Radio where the Motor Press Guild (MPG) Batchelor Awards recognized my radio coverage of the auto industry. Then to Edmunds.com and now SaxtonOnCars with an accompanying YouTube Channel. The ride continues - thank you for your support. 

My first article was on the Tesla Model S in November 2009 (above) after seeing Elon's Roadsters being driven at the 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show for the first time (below). And, that amazing story has reached historical proportions as we all know.

2025 Subaru Solterra Starts At $39,915

The 2025 Subaru Solterra all-electric SUV, available in Premium, Limited, Touring, and new Touring Onyx Edition trim levels, delivers up to 227 miles of range and now has a lower starting price for 2025. The 2025 Subaru Solterra will start at $39,915 (including $1,420 destination and delivery). All Solterras are equipped with Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system and Subaru StarDrive® Technology and have 8.3 inches of ground clearance 

2025 Nissan Ariya Starts At $41,160

The 2025 Nissan Ariya starts at $41,160 (including $1,390 destination & handling fee) for the 214 horsepower Engage FWD 66 kWh battery trim level that has a range of 216 miles and is on sale with wireless device charging now standard across all Ariya grades. Nissan EV owners will need a Nissan-provided North American Charging Standard (NACS) adapter kit to access 17,800 Tesla Supercharger stations, now available for $235. The kit can be ordered through a Nissan dealer and is available online at NissanUSA.com. Starting in 2025, Nissan will begin fitting EVs for the U.S. and Canadian markets with a NACS port. Evolve+ has 238 horsepower and a 289 mile range while the Evolve+ e-4ORCE and Platinum+ e-4ORCE trims have up to 389 horsepower delivering a range up to 272 miles.

2025 Nissan Murano Starts At $41,860

The all-new 2025 Nissan Murano, powered by a 241 horsepower 2.0-liter VC-Turbo (Variable Compression Turbo) powertrain paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission featuring paddle shifters, starts at $41,860 (including $1,390 destination and handling). Murano offers available Google built-in7, with up-to-date Google Maps and over 100 available apps in the 12.3-inch touchscreen. The system is paired with a Bose® 10-speaker audio system.

Honda Prelude Nameplate Returns Late Next Year

The all-new hybrid-electric Honda Prelude sports coupe will be introduced to the U.S. market late next year, returning the nameplate to the brand in its 6th generation. This year Honda began selling the Honda Prologue, the brand’s first all-electric SUV. And late next year, Honda will begin production of the first EVs based on the new Honda-developed EV platform at the Honda EV Hub in Ohio.

2025 Toyota bZ4X BEV Starts At $38,465 In Early 2025

The battery-electric 2025 Toyota bZ4X with an EPA-estimated range rating of 252 miles on the XLE FWD model will cost up-to $6,000 less and adds a new Nightshade edition with standard All Wheel Drive. For 2025, the MSRP starts at $38,465 (including $1,395 DPH fee) on the XLE FWD grade, $40,545 on the XLE AWD grade and the Limited grades starts at $43,195 (FWD), a price reduction of $5,380. The XLE AWD equipped models range is 228 miles and the Limited grade has an EPA-estimated range rating of up to 236 miles on the FWD model; the Limited and Nightshade AWD models have an EPA-estimated range of up to 222 miles. The bZ4X is 3.7 inches longer than the RAV4, at 184.6 inches, with a 6.3-inch longer wheelbase at 112.2 inches. The 2025 bZ4X is expected to start arriving at Toyota dealerships nationwide in early 2025.

2025 Toyota 4Runner Starts At $42,220 In January

The 6th generation 2025 Toyota 4Runner, available in SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Sport Premium, TRD Off–Road, TRD Off–Road Premium, Limited, Platinum, TRD Pro, and Trailhunter trim levels, is powered by a 278 horsepower i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbo with an EPA-estimated 26 MPG highway on the SR5, TRD Sport, and TRD Sport Premium grades, and available on TRD Off-Road, TRD Off-Road Premium and Limited. There's an available i-FORCE MAX hybrid that produces up to 326 horsepower. 4Runner is available in 2-Wheel, part-time 4-Wheel and Full-time 4-Wheel Drive. All i-FORCE MAX grades come standard with 4-Wheel Drive and the Limited and Platinum grades have Full-time 4-Wheel Drive with an electronic locking center differential offering a maximum towing capacity of 6,000 lbs. The 2025 Toyota 4Runner will hit dealerships in January of 2025 with a starting MSRP of $42,220 (including $1,450 for Delivery Processing and Handling fee). 

2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata Starts At 30,515

The 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata, offered in  Sport 6MT,  Club 6MT,  Grand Touring 6MT,  Grand Touring 6AT trims, is powered by a 181 horsepower Skyactiv-G 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine mated to a standard six-speed manual transmission and MX-5 Miata Grand Touring is offered in either a manual transmission or an available six-speed automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters. A 35th Anniversary edition model will also be available for 2025 featuring a bespoke Artisan Red exterior color and tan nappa leather interior.  i-Activsense safety features  include Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Smart Brake Support, Lane Departure Warning and Secondary Collision Reduction. The MX-5 Miata Sport 6MT starts at $30,515 (including $1,185 for destination and handling). 

2025 Subaru WRX Starts At $36,920 Early Next Year

The 2025 Subaru WRX, available in Premium, Limited, GT, and tS trim levels, is powered by a 271 horsepower 2.4-liter turbocharged Subaru BOXER® engine and Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. A 6-speed manual transmission is standard on all trim levels, except the GT. The Subaru Performance Transmission is available in Premium and Limited trim levels and is standard on the GT. The  tS has electronically controlled adjustable dampers tuned by Subaru Tecnica International, uprated Brembo® brakes and 19-inch alloy wheels in satin gray finish paired with Bridgestone Potenza S007 tires. The WRX is equipped with an 11.6-inch SUBARU STARLINK® Multimedia Plus system with high-resolution touchscreen for audio, vehicle, and climate controls. All Subaru WRX models are equipped with Subaru EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology and DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System. The 2025 Subaru WRX will arrive at retailers in early 2025 with a starting price of $36,920 (including $1,170 destination and delivery charges).

Test Drive: 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid Limited

Toyota launched the Grand Highlander for the 2024 model year. Richard Saxton test drives the Hybrid Limited trim level powered by a 245 total horsepower 2.5-liter Hybrid drivetrain with standard electronic on-demand All Wheel Drive. The Grand Highlander has a 3,500 lb. towing capacity on the Hybrid grades. Standard on the Grand Highlander is a 12.3-inch touchscreen displaying Toyota’s latest Audio Multimedia system. For 2025 the Grand Highlander is offered in five grades across three different powertrains – the LE, XLE, Hybrid Nightshade, Limited, and Platinum. XLE, Limited, Hybrid Nightshade, and Platinum models are expected to start arriving at Toyota dealerships in late December of 2024. LE models are expected in the first half of 2025.  

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2024 LA Auto Show Video: 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona Arriving Soon

The 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T (starting at $61,590 including $1,995 destination) and the Charger Daytona Scat Pack (starting at $75,185) are the first all-electric vehicles from the Dodge brand, and qualify for a full $7,500 federal tax credit when leased. 

Richard Saxton discusses the muscle cars with Kevin Hellman, Senior Vice President of the Dodge/SRT Brand of Stellantis at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona models arrive at dealerships soon.

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LA Auto Show: 2025 Fiat 500e Giorgio Armani Collector’s Edition

The new 2025 Fiat 500e Giorgio Armani Collector’s Edition, driven by an electric motor with an output of 117 horsepower and a range of up to 149 miles, features a 42-kWh battery with a Level 2 (11 kW) charge time of 4.5 hours. Equipped with an 85-kW fast charger system that in five minutes of charging time delivers a range of up to 31 miles. The 2025 Fiat 500e Giorgio Armani Collector’s Edition will be available in the first quarter of 2025. Pricing will be announced at a later date. 

LA Auto Show: 2025 Subaru Forester Arrives Early Next Year

The 2025 Subaru Forester Wilderness SUV based on the previous-generation model, with 9.2 inches of ground clearance and 3,000-lb. towing capacity, is powered by a 182 horsepower 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine paired with a Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission. A SUBARU STARLINK® 6.5-inch Multimedia system with a high-resolution touchscreen, Apple CarPlay® and Android™ Auto compatibility, and Bluetooth® hands-free streaming connectivity is standard. MSRP is $36,415 (including  $1,420 destination and delivery). The 2025 Subaru Forester Wilderness is assembled alongside the all-new 2025 Subaru Forester in Gunma, Japan. The Forester Wilderness will arrive at Subaru retailers in early 2025.

LA Auto Show: 2025 Kia EV6 Arrives First Half Next Year

The 2025 Kia EV6 will be available in Light (RWD only), Light Long Range (RWD or e-AWD), Wind (RWD or e-AWD), GT-Line (RWD or e-AWD), and GT (e-AWD) trims. For 2025, the EV6 introduces the standard 63.0 kWh battery paired with a rear motor producing 167 horsepower. The available 84.0 kWh battery has a targeted to all-electric range of 319 miles in Light LR, Wind, and GT-Line trims with the RWD configuration. This setup comes with a rear motor making 225 horsepower. The more powerful AWD option combines dual motors to deliver 320 horsepower, while the EV6 GT makes 601 horsepower. With standard GT mode activated it goes up to 641 horsepower. It’s expected to go on sale in the first half of next year.  

LA Auto Show: 2026 Kia Sportage Coming 2Q Next Year

The 2026 Kia Sportage compact SUV, gets updated with new dual 12.3-in. panoramic displays with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard on all trims and an available new 10-in. Head-up Display. The Sportage ICE (internal combustion engines) lineup includes the LX, EX, SX, SX-Prestige, X-Line, and X-Pro Prestige trims. The base engine is a 187 horsepower 2.5-liter I-4 engine mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission, the hybrid delivers 231 horsepower from a 1.6-liter turbo gasoline direct injection and 47.7kW motor, the plug-in hybrid has 268 horsepower from the 1.6-liter turbo gasoline direct injection and a 72kW motor with a 6-speed automatic transmission. There's a new Terrain mode (Snow, Mud, Sand) on X-Line, X-Pro Prestige, and all AWD trims. The 2026 Sportage is expected to arrive in Kia showrooms in Q2 of next year and pricing will be announced closer to its on-sale date.

LA Auto Show: 2026 Kia EV9 GT

The 2026 Kia EV9 GT three-row SUV is propelled up front by a 160-kW motor and at the rear a 270-kW motor combining to deliver an estimated 501 horsepower. The EV9 GT maintains the 7.8-inches of ground clearance and the 5,000-lb. towing capacity5 found on select EV9 trims. Pricing will be announced closer to the EV9 GT’s on-sale date. Assembled in South Korea, the EV9 GT is expected to arrive in the latter half of 2025.

2024 LA Auto Show Video: Hyundai Ioniq 9 All-Electric 3-Row SUV

The Hyundai IONIQ 9 three-row, all-electric SUV that can accommodate up to seven occupants has the longest wheelbase of any Hyundai model and offers second-row Swiveling Seats allowing the second- and third-row occupants to face each other when the vehicle is stationary. The PE system’s high-voltage, floor-mounted NCM lithium-ion battery offers 110.3 kWh of system energy and is expected to achieve a WLTP-estimated all-electric range of 384 miles km and WLTP-targeted energy consumption of 194 Wh/km for the Long-Range RWD model with 19-inch wheels due to its low drag coefficient, platform and battery technologies. IONIQ 9 charges from 10 to 80 percent in just 24 minutes using a 350 kW charger. The Long-Range RWD model is powered by a 160 kW rear motor, the Long-Range AWD alternative features an additional 70 kW front motor, while the Performance AWD models has 160 kW motors at both the front and rear. IONIQ 9’s infotainment system includes a 12-inch cluster and a 12-inch integrated monitor as part of the panoramic curved display. North American models have a towing capacity of 5,000 lbs. IONIQ 9 goes on sale in Korea and the United States in the first half of 2025 with rollout planned for Europe and other markets later.

Richard Saxton discusses the new Ioniq 9 with Ricky Lao, Director of Product Planning at Hyundai Motor America. 

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2024 LA Auto Show Video: All-New 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan

The all-new 2025 Tiguan, Volkswagen’s best-selling nameplate in the U.S., was introduced in Los Angeles. Under the hood is a 201 horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, more powerful than the previous 184 horsepower powerplant. Richard Saxton discusses the new Tiguan at the Los Angeles Auto Show with Petar Danilovic, Senior Vice-President, Product Marketing and Strategy, Volkswagen of America. The Tiguan is offered exclusively in a two-row configuration for the North American region.

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All-New 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Debuts In Los Angeles

The all-new 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan, weighing around 170 pounds less than the outgoing model, is powered by a 201 horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The third generation Tiguan has a 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro system and a new central infotainment system with a 12.9-inch display. The 2025 Tiguan will have IQ.DRIVE® Level 2 driver assistance features which includes Travel Assist, Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Monitoring), Active Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Traffic Alert, Adaptive Cruise Control Stop and Go, Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) and Emergency Assist (semi-automated vehicle assistance in a medical emergency). Light Assist, Park Distance Control, and Exit Warning are now standard, and Park Assist Plus is available. Availability and pricing of the all-new 2025 Tiguan will be announced closer to launch. 

2026 Genesis GV70 Coming First Half of 2025

The newly redesigned 2026 Genesis GV70 offers a 300 horsepower 2.5L inline 4 turbo gasoline engine and a 375 horsepower 3.5L V6 twin turbo gasoline engine. The Electrified GV70 is equipped with a larger 84kWh high-capacity battery that will offer more range. The all-new 27-inch OLED display integrates the cluster and infotainment system into a single expansive horizontal layout. New for the 2026 model year is Terrain Mode, which allows drivers to drive in the optimized mode – snow, mud or sand – depending on road conditions. The newly redesigned GV70 and Electrified GV70 will arrive at North American retailers in the first half of 2025. 

All-New 2025 Nissan Armada Starts At 58,415 In December

The all-new 2025 Nissan Armada powered by a new 425 horsepower twin-turbo, direct-injected 3.5-liter V6 engine paired with a standard 9-speed automatic transmission with a standard towing capacity of 8,500 pounds. Drive modes are Standard, Eco, Sport, Tow, Snow, Sand, Rock, and Mud/Rut to suit different terrains. The new Armada starts at $58,415 (including $1,895 destination and handling) and goes on sale in December.

2025 Lexus RZ EV Starts At $43,975 Later This Year

The 2025 Lexus RZ is adding entry-level grades to the RZ 300e and RZ 450e AWD. The RZ 300e is powered by a 72.8kWh lithium-ion battery and offered only with FWD with a total system rating of 201 horsepower and an EPA-estimated range rating of 266 miles. The RZ 450e’s 71.4 kWh battery has a 308 total system horsepower rating and an EPA-estimated range rating of 220 miles. The RZ is offered RZ 300e, RZ 450e AWD, RZ 300e Premium, RZ 450e Premium and RZ 300e Luxury, RZ 450e AWD Luxury. A standard 14-inch high-definition touchscreen provides easy-to-use controls. The 2025 RZ has a starting price of $43,975 (including DPH), is built at the Motomachi Plant in Toyota City, Japan, and goes on sale later this year.

2025 Lexus TX Starts At $56,490

The 2025 Lexus TX three row SUV, offered with a 275 horsepower 2.4L turbocharged inline 4-cylinder on the TX350, a 366 total system horsepower 2.4L turbocharged hybrid on the TX500h, and a 404 total system horsepower 3.5L V6 plug-in hybrid on the TX550h+, adds the F SPORT Handling grade, available only on TX 350 AWD. With the addition of F SPORT Handling, the TX is now offered in Standard, Premium, Luxury, F SPORT Handling, F SPORT Performance Premium, and F SPORT Performance Luxury grades. For a full breakdown of the standard and available features by grade, please see the TX Specifications. All three powertrains can tow up to 5,000 pounds and, for 2025, all TX models come standard with a 12.3-inch multi-information display. The 2025 Lexus TX has a staring MSRP of $56,490 (including DPH).

2025 Dodge Durango Offered In 3 Models

The 2025 Dodge Durango, with  GT, R/T and SRT Hellcat models, is powered a 295 horsepower 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine in the Durango GT,  by a 360 horsepower 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine in the Durango R/T, the supercharged 710 horsepower 6.2-liter HEMI Hellcat V-8 engine in SRT Hellcat. The Durango lineup features a 10.1-inch touchscreen powered by the Uconnect 5 infotainment system and offers three-row SUV flexibility with 50 seating configurations, 85.1 maximum cubic feet of cargo space and maximum towing capacity of up to 8,700 pounds.