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2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Review

There are two basic engines offered in the 2024 Toyota Highlander and each can be matched to either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive setups. The base engine is a 2.4L 4-cylinder making 265 horsepower, sent to the front, or to all-four wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission. The optional, hybrid engine is a 2.5L 4-cylinder, aided by two electric motors for a total of 243 horsepower. In 2WD form, Toyota estimates around 36 mpg in combined city and highway driving for the Highlander hybrid, an astounding number for an SUV capable of transporting up to eight people. There are five basic trim levels for the Highlander: LE, XLE, XSE, Limited and Platinum, though Hybrid versions of the Highlander comes in LE, LE Nightshade, XLE, XLE Nightshade, Limited and Platinum trims. The Highlander features 18-in alloy wheels, eight airbags, keyless entry/ignition, heated side mirrors with integrated turn signals, LED projector headlights, LED taillights, washer for the reversing camera, selectable driving modes, tri-zone automatic climate control, 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat, 4-way manually adjustable front passenger seat, cloth upholstery, 8-occupant seating with 60/40 split/folding second-row and third-row bench seats, Driver Easy Speak, Toyota Safety Sense 2.5, hill-start assist, Bluetooth connectivity with voice recognition, 8-in infotainment touchscreen, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smartphone integration, Amazon Alexa compatibility, satellite radio, and a 6-speaker audio system, a powered lift gate, LED fog lights, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob. XLE trim level brings a powered moonroof, roof rails, self-dimming rearview mirror, wireless charging, simulated leather upholstery for the first two seating rows, heated front seats, 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support, 4-way power-adjustable front passenger seat, second-row captain's chairs (reducing the occupant count to seven), and a 7-in color gauge cluster. XSE trim level ups the stakes even more with a sport-tuned suspension and steering system, trim-specific 20-in alloy wheels, twin exhaust tips, torque-vectoring all-wheel drive, ambient cabin lighting, black simulated leather upholstery, LED headlights with a light-strip design for the daytime running lights. There's no hybrid version of the XSE. Limited trim level carries 20-in wheels, puddle lights, LED daytime running lights, high-output LED fog lights, hands-free lift gate operation, real leather for the first two seating rows, ventilated front seats, heated steering wheel, front/rear parking assistance with automatic braking, navigation, and a JBL 11-speaker premium audio system. Additional options to this trim level can also include a 360-degree camera system, and a 12.3-in touchscreen. The 7-seater-only Platinum trim level adds adaptive self-leveling LED projector headlights, rain-sensing wipers, panoramic moonroof, digital rearview mirror, 10-in color head-up display, 12.3-inch touchscreen, and illuminated door sills up front. Every Highlander trim level comes standard with eight airbags and Toyota's Star Safety System that integrates stability control, traction control, anti-lock brakes and brake assist. The new and improved Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 feature is inclusive to forward collision mitigation with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection, left turn intersection support, partially autonomous emergency steering, adaptive cruise control with stop/go, lane tracing assistance, lane departure warning with steering assistance, automatic high beams, and road sign recognition.

2024 Nissan Versa

The Nissan Versa is offered in three trim levels S, SV and SR. All are powered by a 122-hp 1.6L 4-cylinder with continuously variable valve timing. In the S trim, a 5-speed manual transmission is standard, while Nissan's Xtronic continuously variable transmission (CVT) is optional on the S but comes standard on both the SV and SR models. When so equipped, the Versa delivers an EPA estimate of 35 mpg combined gas mileage and up 40 mpg on the freeway. The S trim offers a healthy list of standard features to keep drivers and passengers not only comfortable but also safe. Amenities like power windows and door locks, air conditioning, and a 7-inch infotainment system with Bluetooth wireless connectivity all come standard. You also get a long list of advanced safety features like a frontal collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, rear automatic emergency braking, automatic headlights, and a rearview backup camera. Stepping into the SV, buyers will find the all-essential Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility, premium 16-inch alloy wheels, rear cross-traffic alert, heated wing mirrors, and blind-spot monitoring. The top-of-the-line SR includes 17-inch wheels, a spoiler, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, remote engine start, LED headlights, keyless door access, satellite radio, and a six-speaker audio system.

2024 Dodge Hornet Review

The all-wheel drive Dodge Hornet is offered in two trims GT and R/T each with their own engine. The GT trim is powered by a is powered by a 2L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that produces 268 horsepower mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. The R/T trim is powered by a 1.3L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with an electric motor that produces 288 horsepower and 32 miles of all-electric range mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Buyers will likely be surprised by the level of standard equipment that comes on the base GT. An infotainment system with a 10.25-inch touchscreen, Wi-Fi hotspot technology, power windows and door locks, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity, 4 USB ports, heated power folding side mirrors, LED headlights, and 17-inch alloy wheels. The R/T models have all of the same features with a few minor differences including 18-inch wheels, a 306-volt battery system with a 15.5 kWh capacity, bigger brakes, heated seats, power driver lumbar, driver seat memory, and a heated leather steering wheel. Standard safety features include 7 airbags, a rearview camera, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes, rear parking sensors, active lane departure warning, blind spot warning, forward collision mitigation, rear collision warning, front pedestrian detection, and a traffic sign information system.

2024 Toyota Crown Review

The Toyota Crown comes with one of two basic powertrain configurations. The Crown is powered by a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine that produces 184 horsepower with the electric motor the horsepower increases to 236 horsepower mated to a CVT transmission. The second powertrain option is a turbocharged 2.4L 4-cylinder engine that produces 264 horsepower or 340 when combined with the electric motors mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The Crown comes in four different trim levels: XLE, Limited, Nightshade Edition, and Platinum. Being a fairly luxurious vehicle, the base XLE still comes very nicely equipped. Standard items include a 12.3-inch touchscreen, blind spot monitoring system, rear cross-traffic alert system, forward collision braking with pedestrian detection, driver attention alert, traffic sign recognition, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity, Toyota's Entune App Suite, full LED headlights with auto high-beams, LED taillights, heated power exterior mirrors, 19-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone automatic climate control, 8-way power heated and cooled front seats, 12.3-inch multi-information display for the driver, radar controlled dynamic cruise control with traffic stop and go, and a smart key. The Limited adds a fixed glass sunroof, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, leather seats, driver seat memory, and an 11-speaker sound system. The Platinum sits at the top of the lineup with paddle shifters, an adaptive suspension, black exterior accents, 21-inch wheels, ambient lighting, surround view cameras, and automated parking sensors. The Toyota Avalon comes fully loaded with standard safety equipment like Lane Departure Alert, Blind Spot Monitoring, Pre-Collision System, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Pre-Collision System with pedestrian detection and Vehicle Sway Warning.

2024 Subaru Impreza Review

The 2025 Subaru Impreza is only available as a hatchback with three trims, Base, Sport and RS. Power comes from a direct-injected 2.0L flat-four engine making 152 horsepower. Power is sent to all four wheels via a CVT transmission. The RS trim is powered by a 2.5L flat-four cylinder engine that produces 182 horsepower. The Base trim is well equipped with 16-inch wheels, automatic climate control, an HD satellite radio, a 7-inch touchscreen, a USB port, a 4-speaker sound system, and internet radio. The Sport trim adds 18-inch alloy wheels, a larger 11.6-inch touchscreen, integrated SOS, internet access, wireless device connectivity, 2 USB ports, and push button start. The RS is the performance model and features paddle shifters, sport pedals, grey wheels, heated front seats, premium cloth upholstery, a cargo cover, a 6-speaker sound system, wireless device charging, 4 USB ports, and a leather wrapped steering wheel. Safety features across the lineup include adaptive cruise control, 7 airbags, active lane departure, forward collision mitigation, front pedestrian detection, a driver attention alert and a following distance alert.

2024 Chevrolet Silverado Review

The Silverado 1500 is available with a variety of engines. In fact, Chevrolet offers a total of four different engines, the base powertrain is a 2.7L 4-cylinder turbocharged with 420 lb-ft of torque, next is the 5.3L V8, followed by a revised 3.0L I-6 turbodiesel engine producing 305 hp and 495 pounds-feet of torque, up from last year's 277 and 460, all the way to a 6.2L V8 that makes 420 horsepower. Transmission options include both 8-speed that is only available with the base engine and 10-speed automatic for all other engine options. Buyers can choose the diesel in the Custom Trail Boss, LT, RST, LT Trail Boss, LTZ and High Country trims. Like most trucks in this class, power is generally sent to the rear wheels, though 4-wheel drive also is available. It has three box sizes a 5.75', a 6.6', and an 8'. The half-ton truck has superior towing capacity compared to its competitors, at a max 13,300 pounds. The base Chevrolet Silverado trim is known simply as "Work Truck". The Work Truck trim is aimed at people who rely on their trucks as a tool and who care more about its function than how many speakers the stereo has. The Work Truck comes appropriately equipped with cloth seats, push start-button, keyless entry, tire specific pressure monitors with tire fill assistant, rear camera, 17-inch steel wheels, and black exterior trims. The Silverado Work Truck has a 7-inch touchscreen to keep you connected to the new technologies such as smartphone integration and USB ports. Some of the standard safety equipment is predictive brake assist, hill hold control, auto high-beam headlamp, lane departure mitigation, forward collision breaking with pedestrian detection, and following distance alert. The Custom trim is one step up and adds a little visual pizzazz to the truck. 20-inch aluminum wheels come standard and for those who want to sound as good as they look, an integrated dual exhaust system is an option as well. The list doesn't stop there, it also gets power heated mirrors, body-color bumpers, power driver seat, satellite radio, steering wheel cruise controls, mobile hotspot, power locking tailgate, remote engine start, and trailering equipment with backup assist. The Custom Trail Boss takes the Custom trim and adds various off-roading goodies. The Trail Boss gets a 2-inch lift, rancho shocks, 18-inch black aluminum wheels, rear locking differential, hill descent control, part and full-time four-wheel drive, rear locking differential, skid plates, and off-road tires. The LT trim offers chrome accents along the bumpers and front grille, full LED headlamps, daytime running lamps, heated leather steering wheel, heated front seats, proximity keyless entry with push button start, voice activated automatic dual zone air conditioning, bigger 13.4-inch touchscreen and 12.3 digital gauge cluster. The RST is one step up from the LT, adding LED fog and tail lamps, black mirrors, and body-color bumpers. Like the Custom, the LT is available in Trail Boss form, combining the features of the LT with the off-road suspension, skid plates, part and full-time four-wheel drive, and blacked out trims. The ZR2 tops the Trail Boss with more equipment such as paddle shifters, transmission oil coolers, driver selectable front and rear locking differential, Trick DSSV shocks, spray-in bed liner, reverse tilt down mirrors, leather seats, 8-way power front bucket seats with cooling and heat, 2 driver seat and exterior mirror memory, heated rear seats, power folding mirrors, rear seat armrest, off-road/low-speed control, 6 USB ports, rain detecting wipers, power rear sliding window, and aerial view cameras. This trim also gets more tech to enhance safety, rear parking sensors, blind spot warning, and rear collision automatic breaking. The Silverado 1500 Special-Edition ZR2 Bison trim with a 6.2-liter V8 is the ultimate off-roader. American Expedition Vehicles is the supplier for this ultimate off-road machine. Powder-coated AEV steel front and rear bumpers improved approach and departure angles of 32.5 degrees and 23.4 degrees without changing the ground clearance of 11.2 inches. Upgrades include boron steel skid plates, steel panels to protect the rocker panels, and gloss black 18-inch AEV wheels wrapped in 33-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires. The body-colored grille divider is unique to the Bison, as is the matte black upper element of the standard Multi-Flex tailgate. There are also AEV-branded decals and badges throughout the cabin and exterior. The LTZ trim moves fully into luxury vehicle territory with many of the features listed on the ZR2 minus the off-road equipment, additional exterior chrome accents, power tailgate, front and rear parking sensors, power tilting and telescoping steering wheel, and 20-inch aluminum wheels. The top-of-the-line High Country trim offers very similar features as the LTZ and it adds 20-inch machined finished aluminum wheels, chrome assist steps and a very cool two-tone grille design with chrome and bronze finishing.

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