First Impressions
As soon as the test cars arrive, we can't wait to get behind the wheel and give viewers a first impression of the latest vehicles to hit the MotorWeek lot.
Most Recent First Impressions
2023 Toyota GR Supra MT
Depending on who you talk to, the A91 Supra is either a proper revival of an icon or an unworthy abomination spawned from Toyota’s joint venture with BMW. But regardless of which stance you took when it debuted for the 2020 model year, we basically all agreed that it should have a manual transmission.…
Jeep ‘41 Concept Episode 4201
Here at MotorWeek we bring you all the latest in consumer-ready production vehicles; but sometimes we’re lucky enough to get behind the wheel of a true concept-- and today is one of those days. Meet the Jeep Wrangler ‘41 Concept. This particular model calls back to the venerable Willys Jeep, which saw…
2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata Episode 4150
When it comes to fun, spirited and connected driving, we highly recommend the Mazda MX-5 Miata. It’s been a staple of the enthusiast’s playbook since its 1990 debut; but how well does it live up to that reputation more than 30 years later? In short: very well indeed. It’s still light on its feet and…
2023 Hyundai Palisade
The Hyundai Palisade has been a popular pick in the three-row, mid-size SUV segment since its 2019 introduction. But just a few years into its run, where are we at? Well, we’re at a mid-cycle refresh. The 2023 model year receives a largely aesthetic shake-up, sporting a new look that’s more in line…
Electrified Models from Hyundai Episode 4149
Recently Hyundai invited us to Nashville, Tennessee for a roundup of their latest electrified plug-ins. First up, the updated Kona Electric. It’s front-wheel drive only, utilizing a 64-kilowatt hour battery for up to 258 miles of range. The electric motor pulls nicely: 201 horsepower and 291 lb-ft…
2022 Kia Sorento PHEV Episode 4148
We’ve spent plenty of time in Kia’s Sorento to know it’s a solid value for a midsize SUV. But for 2022, the Sorento has gained its first Plug-In Hybrid powertrain, and we had to see how it compares. This freshman outing of the Sorento PHEV is carried by a turbocharged 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine…
2023 Honda HR-V Episode 4148
Honda’s smallest crossover, the subcompact HR-V, is all-new for 2023, rocking a bolder redesign with an adventure-seeking outlook. Now sharing its basics with the Civic compact, the 2nd generation HR-V is offered in LX, Sport, and top-trim EX-L. No matter which you chose, a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder…
2022 Kia Niro EV Episode 4147
The Niro EV arrived for 2019 as an electrified variant of Kia’s subcompact crossover. And with a second-gen refresh coming for 2023, we wanted to see how far the first-generation Niro EV has stretched so far. This 2022 model is still powered by the same front drive 201 horsepower electric motor,…
2023 Toyota Sequoia Episode 4147
The full-size SUV market is a hyper-competitive arena, and the Toyota Sequoia, a three-row utility now back for a third generation, looks to remain a popular entry. This is the Sequoia’s first proper redesign since 2008, and it all starts with the chassis. It’s the same body-on-frame used for the…
2022 BMW X4 M40i Episode 4146
The second-generation of BMW’s X4 is already freshening up for 2022 with revised looks, updated powertrains and some new tech. Available in three models, we chose the X4 M40i for our Quick Spin experience. The M40i is the middle-child of the X4’s offerings and comes off as plenty-mature. It’s driven…