01/03/2022
Families looking for space, power and good skills mainly turn to mid-size SUVs. Most car brands now also offer hybrid and fully electric models. These electric SUVs promise plenty of speed and fun in a more eco-friendly package.
Acclaimed by the automotive press, the Telluride does well in the midsize SUV segment with three rows of seats. Still powered by a 291-hp V6 that can tow 5,000 pounds, it adopts Kia's new logo for 2022, a slightly redesigned grille and a 10.25-inch multimedia screen as standard. Other small revisions to the equipment have also been made, but the comfort and impeccable finish remain.
The Palisade is Hyundai's most imposing SUV, with a format capable of accommodating up to eight occupants in complete comfort. Surprisingly luxurious even in its basic version, the Palisade particularly stands out in its Ultimate Calligraphy version. Regardless of the version, the Palisade is always powered by a 3.8-litre V6 engine that produces 291 horsepower.
Who could have imagined, a few years ago, that this kind of mastodon could run on electricity, at least partially? As surprising (and insane) as it may seem, it is now the case. The Jeep Grand Cherokee comes in a plug-in hybrid version under the name 4xe. Under its hood, the thermal / electric unit develops 380 hp and 637 Nm of torque thanks to the turbocharged 2.0-litre 4-cylinder accompanied by a 17-kWh battery. All offering a range of up to 51 km in all-electric mode according to Jeep. It will rather be necessary to count on a quarantine in reality.
Despite its advanced age, the Honda Pilot continues to shine in the category of mid-size utility vehicles with three rows of seats. Its powerful 3.5-litre V6 engine has proven its reliability and the vehicle enjoys a very good resale value on the used market. A new generation of the Honda Pilot is expected in 2022. This should bring a good dose of modernity to this model, the last redesign of which dates from 2016.
The Traverse, a midsize SUV with three rows of seats, receives some improvements for the year 2022. Chevrolet first revamped its styling, then added some technological features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wireless applications and wireless systems. Driver assistance is now standard. The Traverse remains powered by a 3.6-liter V6 engine that develops 310 horsepower and 266 lb-ft. All-wheel drive is available as an option.
The Honda Passport was introduced for 2020 and in its
third year on the market, it is already enjoying some touch-ups. Its creator
has indeed announced what will change with its model for the next year, but
above all has focused on a new variant that is emerging, the Trail Sport.
Let's start with what's changing style-wise. First, between the front bumper and the A-pillar, everything is new. The fenders and the hood are composed of different panels, reworked and redesigned, all to give a more robust look to the model. It's fashionable.
Precisely fifteen years ago, Mazda landed with a first
three-row midsize utility vehicle, the CX-9. If it was first equipped with a V6
engine, it was replaced by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine in 2016.
Since then, Mazda has continued to market the CX-9, which
needs a good update to compete well with the leaders in its class.
The current generation Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a turbocharged 2.5L four-cylinder engine. Called Skyactiv-G, this engine develops 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque provided you fuel it with 93 octane gasoline, in other words, super. If regular 87-octane gasoline is used, power and torque are reduced to 227 horsepower and 310 lb-ft, respectively.
The 2022 Santa Fe has 5 styles of gas-only models, 2 hybrid styles and new for 2022, 2 plug-in hybrid styles that all have the AWD drivetrain. The 2022 Santa Fe continues to be a big seller for Hyundai and is part of the conversation for many new car buyers looking for crossover utility vehicles. The 2022 Santa Fe is powered by a very smooth 2.5L engine (with turbo and non-turbo configurations) and boasts very responsive and smooth acceleration with a very quiet ride.
The Dodge Durango is an intermediate utility vehicle with a decidedly different approach than its rivals! Virtually unchanged for several years, this American SUV is available with a choice of four engines, three of which are V8s. At the top of the range, we find the powerful Durango Hellcat, with its 710 horsepower.
The Atlas is the midsize three-row SUV in the Volkswagen lineup. Back without major changes in 2022, the German utility can be fitted with two different engines: a 2-litre 4-cylinder turbo and a 3.6-litre naturally aspirated V6. It is also possible to opt for the Cross Sport version, with cut bodywork.
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