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2024 Mazda CX-90 Jun 21, 2023

Show notes

More info on the 2024 Mazda CX-90 Turbo Preferred Plus here: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/2024-mazda-cx-90-review-a1943302819/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Ratings and test results on every car CR purchases and tests: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Mazda is aiming upscale with the 2024 CX-90, creating an all-new three-row SUV that separates itself from mainstream models like the Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, and Ford Explorer, with aspirations toward luxury brands such as Acura, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz. The CX-90 Turbo Preferred Plus we purchased anonymously for our test program is built on a brand-new platform, and boasts Mazda's first-ever inline six-cylinder engine mated to the brand's own eight-speed automatic transmission. But will all the new changes be enough to impress buyers within the highly competitive market? We also explain CR's testing process, from the moment we purchase a vehicle to when we publish our conclusions in our Road Test report.

SHOW NOTES

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00:00 - Introduction

00:15 - 2024 Mazda CX-90 first impressions

01:19 - What is new about the CX-90

03:02 - The Mazda Buyer

04:39 - How It Drives

07:19 - The Ride

08:10 - Can Mazda pull off a 60K SUV?

10:19 - Interior Fit and Finish

12:05 - Controls

14:37 - Rear Seats

15:52 - Question 1: From the time CR purchases a vehicle for the test program how long does it take for the full review to be posted on the website?

20:50 - Question 2: Why does it seem impossible to lease an EV at MSRP and get the EV credit back as lease cash?

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All-New 2024 Mazda CX-90 Aims Up-and Makes A Direst Hit

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/2024-mazda-cx-90-review-a1943302819/

2024 Mazda CX-90

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/mazda/cx-90/2024/overview/

Most Reliable and Fuel-Efficient New Midsize SUVs

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/car-reliability-owner-satisfaction/new-midsized-suvs-most-reliable-fuel-efficient-a2811867777/

New Cars on the Horizon

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/new-cars-on-the-horizon-a1920770135/

How Leasing an EV Can Save You Money

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/buying-a-car/how-leasing-an-ev-can-save-you-money-a6013438463/

Leasing vs. Buying a New Car

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/buying-a-car/leasing-vs-buying-a-new-car-a9135602164/

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2023 Genesis Electrified GV70 Jun 14, 2023

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More info on the 2023 Genesis Electrified GV70 AWD Advanced here: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/sedans/2023-honda-accord-review-a4740920658/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Ratings and test results on every car CR purchases and tests: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

The Genesis Electrified GV70 is the latest EV from Hyundai's luxury brand. Built on the same platform as the gas-powered version, the all-electric model has an EPA estimated 236 mile range, and shares many of the same luxurious touches of the Electric G80. But with a starting price over $60,000 can the electric GV70 take on competitors like the Tesla Model Y, Audi Q4 e-tron, Mercedes-Benz EQB, and even its own GV60 EV sibling? We also discuss whether a viewer's persistent flat spots on a set of Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady tires might be a sign of manufacturer defect.

LINKS

CR's Hybrid & EV Hub: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

EV Buying Guide: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/buying-guide/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Genesis Impresses Again with the 2023 GV60 Compact Electric SUV: https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/genesis-gv60-review-a2697188686/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Genesis GV70 SUV Delivers Comfort, Agility, and Luxe: https://www.consumerreports.org/suvs/2022-genesis-gv70-review-a4477336215/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV Early Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fam-QSB9Yrc

Tesla Model Y Road Test Results: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/tesla/model-y/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Audi Q4 e-tron Road Test Results: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/audi/q4-e-tron/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

BMW i4 Road Test Results: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/bmw/i4/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Mercedes-Benz EQB is a Conventional SUV, Electrified: https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/2023-mercedes-benz-eqb-review-a7555831002/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

:16 - 2023 Genesis Electrified GV70 first impressions

6:19 - who is Genesis targeting with the Electrified GV70?

6:57 - Electrified GV70 vs. GV60; regenerative braking levels

10:37 - driving standard GV70 vs. EV version

13:26 - problems with the range

16:38 - purchasing notes

21:21 - would CR experts buy this car?

23:07 - are my Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady tires defective?

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2023 Honda Accord Jun 07, 2023

Show notes

More info on the 2023 Honda Accord 1.5T EX here: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/sedans/2023-honda-accord-review-a4740920658/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Ratings and test results on every car CR purchases and tests: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

We purchased a 2023 Honda Accord 1.5T EX for CR's auto test program, and share our first impressions of the changes to the latest generation of this popular mid-size sedan, how it compares to the Honda Accord Hybrid Sport model we're also testing, as well as competitors like the Toyota Camry, Subaru Legacy, and Nissan Altima, and question why Honda has restricted many desirable options to just hybrid powertrain models. We also weigh in on a viewer's conspiracy theory that big trucks and SUVs are only popular because of distracted drivers and poor road conditions in the US.

LINKS

Which Hybrid Should You Buy - Honda Accord or Toyota Camry?: https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/which-hybrid-should-you-buy-honda-accord-or-toyota-camry-a1011992834/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Best Midsized and Large Sedans You Can Buy Today: https://www.consumerreports.org/sedans/10-best-sedans-you-can-buy-today-a4739679846/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Subaru Legacy First Impressions: https://www.consumerreports.org/sedans/2020-subaru-legacy-first-drive-review-a1078654041/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

:18 - 2023 Honda Accord first impressions

1:27 - What is missing in this version of the Honda Accord?

4:30 - is this car a good choice for families?

7:19 - Driving impressions

10:33 - infotainment and controls

13:05 - comfort and fit & finish

16:56 - standard model vs. hybrid

21:05 - are bad drivers and crumbling roads making SUVs more popular?

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The Cost of EV Battery Replacement; Are Expensive Tires Safer Long Term? May 31, 2023

Show notes

One of the primary questions drivers have about EVs is how long do their batteries last, and how much would a replacement cost in the future. We share our expert information on if electric car batteries are expensive to replace, as well as: where more expensive tires wear slower than cheaper alternatives; why a car in Europe might have a better warranty or more features than its US counterpart; warranty coverage for 48V mild hybrid batteries; whether standard, gas-powered vehicles lose range in cold weather like all-electric cars; and how to change the radio station preset on the 2023 Honda CR-V.

SHOW NOTES

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00:00 - Introduction

00:45 - Question #1: Are EV batteries expensive to replace?

05:11 - Question #2: Why does it seem that European countries have better car warranties and features than the US?

09:14 - Question #3: How can you tell whether a tire will retain good performance over the its life?

12:40 - Question #4: What are the warranty coverages like for 48V mild hybrid batteries?

17:06 - Question #5: Is the drop in range on an EV in cold weather about the same as gas-powered vehicles?

22:10 - Question #6: Is it possible to delete a radio station preset from the favorites list on a 2023 Honda CR-V?

LINKS

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What Happens to the Old Batteries in Electric Cars?

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/what-happens-to-the-old-batteries-in-electric-cars-a1091429417/

Will an Electric Car Save You Money?

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/will-an-electric-car-save-you-money-a9436870083/

How Temperatures Affects Electric Vehicle Range

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/how-temperature-affects-electric-vehicle-range-a4873569949/

Best Tire Values Based on Consumer Reports' Tests

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/tires/best-tire-values-most-performance-for-the-money-a8831427537/

Best Tire Brands of 2023

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/tires/best-tire-brands-a2990346660/

How Well Can an Electric Pickup Truck Tow?

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/how-well-can-an-electric-pickup-truck-tow-a1149286680/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

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2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE May 24, 2023

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More of CR's coverage on Hybrids and EVs: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE electric sedan joins the growing EV market. Equipped with a 90-kWh battery, the EQE promises 305 miles of range with the rear-wheel drive, and 260 miles with the all-wheel drive. Our experts share their first impressions and discuss the EQE's livability and usability. Plus, we answer on how to understand EV range ratings, like MPGe.

SHOW NOTES:

0:00 - Intro

0:14 - 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE

3:44 - Infotainment screen, controls

8:00 - Navigation features

9:24 - Pricing and options

11:53 - Driving position

12:42 - Styling, fit and finish

13:58 - Driving impressions

18:12 EV alternatives

21:42 - Question: What's MPGe and how do you convert it to kWh/100miles?

LINKS:

Mercedes-Benz EQE: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/mercedes-benz/eqe/2023/overview/

Hybrids & EVs: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/

Futuristic EQS Proves Mercedes-Benz's Commitment to EVs: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/2022-mercedes-benz-eqs-review-a2271854355/

Electric Cars and Plug-In Hybrids That Qualify for Federal Tax Credits: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/electric-cars-plug-in-hybrids-that-qualify-for-tax-credits-a7820795671/

2023 Nissan Z Performance Manual May 17, 2023

Show notes

More of CR's coverage on the Nissan Z here: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/sports-cars/2023-nissan-z-review-a2145463162/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

The 2023 Nissan Z enters the sports car marketplace as one of the few remaining models available today as a manual, competing for attention with the Toyota Supra, Subaru BRZ, and Toyota GR86. We bought a Performance model with a manual transmission for our test program, and share our first impressions of this resurrected nameplate, comparing its styling, gearbox, and driving dynamics with its contemporaries, as well as legacy Z models. And is higher octane gas combined with fuel stabilizer better for a car that will not be driven for a few months? Our experts answer this, as well as whether newer cars need an engine block heater in cold climates.

Toyota GR86 First Drive: https://www.consumerreports.org/sports-cars/2022-toyota-gr86-review-a7782593291/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Top Tier Gas Worth the Extra Price: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/fuel-economy-efficiency/top-tier-gasoline-worth-the-extra-price-a7682471234/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

:00 - Nissan Z introduction

1:50 - New features

4:20 - Styling

5:25 - Driving impressions

8:15 - Turbo sound/whine

9:39 - Manual transmission

12:39 - Handling impressions

15:20 - Interior impressions

22:39 - Should you use an engine block heater on a newer car?

25:31 - Should you use higher octane gas combined with fuel stabilizer for a car not driven often?

See more car ratings and reviews at https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

2023 Honda Accord Hybrid May 10, 2023

Show notes

Find out more about the Honda Accord at: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/sedans/2023-honda-accord-review-a4740920658/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

On this episode, we discuss the 2023 Honda Accord Sport Hybrid that we purchased for our test program. Our experts talk about Honda's new approach to vehicle trim levels and how the Accord Hybrid has evolved since its introduction. We also cover safety improvements, usability and how the Accord can stay competitive in a market flooded with SUVs. Plus, we answer questions about window tinting and crash ratings for the Jeep Gladiator.

SHOW NOTES:

0:00 - Intro

0:19 - Vehicle specs

1:32 - Available safety features

4:00 - Accord trim lines

7:57 - Interior space

12:42 - Powertrain

15:00 - Seat comfort

18:57 - Driving impressions

21:33 - Question #1: What's better; ceramic window tint or non-ceramic window tint?

25:37 - Question #2: Why isn't the Jeep Gladiator subject to all of the crash test categories?

LINKS:

2023 Honda Accord Hybrid: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/honda/accord-hybrid/2023/overview/

2023 Honda Accord: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/honda/accord/2023/overview/

The New 2023 Honda Accord Is Easy to Like and Easy to Live With: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/sedans/2023-honda-accord-review-a4740920658/

Why Hybrid Vehicles Are a Smart Choice Right Now: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/why-hybrid-vehicles-are-a-smart-choice-right-now-a2736240282/

2022 Rivian R1S May 03, 2023

Show notes

Find out more about the Rivian R1S at: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/rivian-r1s-review-a1186513155/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

CR recently took delivery of the 2022 Rivian R1S we purchased for testing at our track. We share our first impressions of this all-electric 3-row SUV, and how it compares to the other major three-row EVs on the market, the Tesla Model X, and well as its pickup truck sibling, the Rivian R1T. We also help a viewer search for a truck that is more fuel efficient than a Toyota Highlander, but also can tow 5,000 lbs - does such a vehicle actually exist??

SHOW NOTES

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00:00 - Introduction

00:16 - Highlights: 2022 Rivian R1S

02:15 - Who Are The Competitors

04:44 - Unique Features

08:14 - The Power

12:47 - Regenerative Braking

17:42 - Driving Dynamics

19:49 - The Ride

20:30 - The Controls

24:17 - Question - Does a reliable and fuel efficient midsize SUV that can tow 5k pounds exist?

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First Drive: Rivian R1S Proves to Be a Roomy, Quick All-Electric Three-Row SUV

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/rivian-r1s-review-a1186513155/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

2022 Rivian R1S

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/rivian/r1s/2022/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

2022 Rivian R1T Electric Pickup Truck Wows Us as It Lives Up to the Hype

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/2022-rivian-r1t-electric-pickup-truck-review-a3029848158/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

2023 Rivian R1T

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/rivian/r1t/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

How Well Can an Electric Pickup Truck Tow?

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/how-well-can-an-electric-pickup-truck-tow-a1149286680/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

2023 Tesla Model X

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/tesla/model-x/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Longer 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Boasts Big Power

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/2024-toyota-grand-highlander-review-a7963942236/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

2023 Toyota Highlander

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/toyota/highlander/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Guide to Car Safety

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

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2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid Apr 26, 2023

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See our car ratings and reviews at: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

The 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid looks to build on the legacy of fuel economy, utility, and value of its predecessors. We bought a CR-V Hybrid Sport AWD for our test program, and we share our first impressions of its redesigned interior, transmission, and fuel efficiency, and how it stacks up against the Toyota RAV4, and the traditional gas-powered version. And what would be the best car for a new dad that wants to drive something sporty? Our experts share their personal picks for keeping driving exciting while staying family friendly.

SHOW NOTES

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00:00 - Introduction

00:17 - Highlights: 2023 Honda CR-V

01:14 - Fuel Economy

02:40 - Hybrid vs. Non-Hybrid Comparison

06:04 - Inside the Cabin & Controls

09:50 - Wrap Up: Hybrid or Regular

11:32 - Question: What would be the best car for a new dad that wants to drive something sporty?

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First Drive: Redesigned 2023 Honda CR-V Sticks With Winning Formula

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/2023-honda-cr-v-review-a1196843568/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/honda/cr-v-hybrid/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

2023 Honda CR-V

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/honda/cr-v/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid Early Review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDU8P6YlQq0

2023 Toyota RAV4

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/toyota/rav4/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Quietest Compact SUVs From Consumer Reports' Tests

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/quietest-compact-suvs-from-consumer-reports-tests-a6460127872/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

2023 Kia Telluride

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/kia/telluride/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

First Drive: The 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf R Build on Hot-Hatch Fundamentals

https://www.consumerreports.org/sports-cars/2022-volkswagen-gti-golf-r-review-a6013272130/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

2023 Honda Civic

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/honda/civic/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

First Drive: 300-HP 2023 Toyota GR Corolla Proves Both Fast and Furious

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/sports-cars/2023-toyota-gr-corolla-review-a7360611291/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Guide to Car Safety

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

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2024 Subaru Crosstrek Apr 19, 2023

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The Subaru Crosstrek gets a facelift for its 2024 model year. Although this subcompact SUV might look familiar at first glance, it gets an improved chassis, redesigned interior, revamped engine, and transmission refinements. We share our first impressions on these updates, and how this new version stacks up to others in this class, like the Mazda CX-30 and Kia Niro Hybrid. And what would be a safe, fun to drive manual transmission car for a new teen driver? Our experts help a viewer with tips for shopping for his first car that has both sporty driving dynamics and important safety features.

SHOW NOTES

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00:00 - Introduction

00:15 - First Impressions: 2024 Subaru Crosstrek

02:07 - New Updates

04:01 - The Ride

05:20 - Styling

07:16 - Seat Comfort and Driving Position

09:56 - Controls

12:34 - AWD and Off-Road Capability

14:35 - Question: What would be a safe, fun to drive manual transmission vehicle for a new teen driver?

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