Small Car

All things being equal, we suggest you put the Santa Fe near the top of your midsize crossover test-drive list—regardless of the drivetrain. While Hyundai’s smaller midsize offering is no longer a bargain, it is reasonably priced, and it is frankly excellent by most measures. And if you find the cabin appointments a little too nice, feel free to step down a trim level or two, and save some money on the purchase price.

Jill and Tom chat with Scout Motor's Ryan Decker about the brand's coming launch, and what to expect from the the maker's first models, the Traveler SUV and Terra pickup truck.

In short, it's a practical but limited emergency solution for flats. Always check your vehicle's manual for specific limits on your mini spare.

A mild hybrid system (typically abbreviated MHEV for Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle) is the simplest and most basic form of hybrid powertrain found in modern vehicles. A MHEV system combines a conventional internal combustion engine with a small electric motor and a relatively modest battery. Ram's "eTorque" option is one such system.

As for the Tundra itself, it still feels as rock solid and well screwed together as ever, though prices have climbed somewhat over the past few years. Yes, the Detroit Three trucks are smoother riding, quieter, and generally more refined in operation, but the Tundra handles better, is generally more engaging to drive, and can now be had with the delightful TRD Performance Package, which we would order in a heartbeat.