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At the EV Crossroads

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liter gas engine (28 mpg highway) for a run in the snow up to Lake Tahoe. The Q5 handled the 7,000-foot ascent to Tahoe with aplomb and the Q4 navigated the local mountain roads like it was right at home. What was curious in these two nearly identical models is that the Q4, maybe because it was a newer design, felt more upscale.

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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy AWD

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Hyundai debuted the Palisade in 2020 to nearly unanimous reviews and praise for its design, features and value. mpg, but did a bit better on a 207-mile freeway run with the smart cruise control set at 65 mph, achieving 25.1 The only comment we have about the interior design is there are too may textures going on side-by-side.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Sequoia

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With a new powertrain, exterior and interior design, infotainment interface and increased efficiency, the 2023 Sequoia will continue to be a popular choice for those needing a full-size SUV. The cockpit design is driver-friendly with all gauges, including the hybrid management system, in easy sight and the controls in easy reach.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Carnival SX

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The EPA rates the fuel economy at 19 mpg city/26 highway/22 combined. The design of the all-new 2022 Carnival is unique, causing a double-take–is it an SUV or a minivan? Kia has been crafty in its design, incorporating both traditional SUV and minivan design cues in an appealing look. Interior: Space To Spread-out.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Lucid Air Touring AWD

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Spacious Interior: An Eye for Detail The interior is a superb example of crafts people integrating fine materials into a well-designed cabin. Lucid names the Air Touring interiors after California destinations of Santa Cruz, Tahoe and Mojave. They all get Nappa leather seats with the option of full-grain or natural grain.