Fast-forward to today and the 2023 Wrangler fares slightly better than its predecessor in reliability ratings, scoring a 2 out of 5 in Consumer Reports' Predicted Reliability rating (the 2014 model scored 1 out of 5). The new Wrangler's low points are once again due to its "stiff ride" and poor fuel economy (21 mpg combin

The latest generation of Toyota’s Highlander midsize SUV came to market for 2020 with high praise. The recent crusade of Toyota’s design and driving dynamics are exciting to journalists and customers alike with the majority of their latest. For 2021, the Highlander receives a new trim level called the XSE. In Toyota’s product language, the goal of an XSE trim is to be the sportier and more aggressively styled vers

Despite Jeep 's status as a beloved American brand, its iconic Wrangler SUV repeatedly falls below expectations when it comes to reliability and may not be the most dependable option in its segment . The rugged compact SUV has been subjected to several recalls over the years and is not quite as reputable for scoring high in safety ratings eit

For the first time, Ford is offering a hybrid F-150 which not only packs the brute required for daily messy chores but also gets an impressive driving range - of up to 700 miles. It is powered by a 3.5L twin-turbo V6 coupled to a 35 kW electric motor. The motor gets its juice from a 1.5 kWh Li-Ion pack that is embedded under the

The 2022 Wrangler, for its part, has two open recalls for potential engine stalls and compromised side marker lights. Meanwhile, the 2020 model has a whopping 7 recalls, suggesting there are high chances of this model going wrong. Buyers should be wary of the risks, no matter how tempting a price on one of these used Wranglers looks . One such recall affects approximately 3,000 Jeep Wranglers regarding the ax

Across the fleet of vehicles that Toyota offers the XSE trim, there wasn’t enough driving substance to fully justify that claim. Customers purchased the XSE for the looks and interior trimmings, and not much m

Recalls for 2023 Jeep Wrangler : 4

Over the years, there have been 41 NHTSA safety recalls for various Wrangler models for issues ranging from minor to dangerous. As of this writing, Jeep has issued four recalls on the 2023 Wrangler. The first was in October 2022, when the vehicle was recalled amid electrical system concerns, as the Wrangler 4xe's overheating battery pack posed a safety risk when driv

From the outside, it’s easy to distinguish the XSE of its siblings. The XSE lacks to the silver propeller blade piece around the front badge with a new blacked-out mesh grill and totally redesigned bumper. 20’’ rims fit the attitude with the rest of styling and the back end of the Highlander features smoky taillights and a new dual-outlet exhaust. With the interior, changes are less noticeable but still present. The main give-away is the large faux carbon fibre that wraps around the touchscreen and climate control, then stretches to the edge of the cabin right in front of the passenger. This is the first application of intimation carbon fibre that doesn’t appear to be terribly fake and maybe even tastefully applied. Another tell-tale sign of the XSE’s interior, this model is strictly a 7 seater model. The second row features captains chairs and a storage space with cupholders integrated to the floor between those seats. However, the Highlander XSE is, first of all, a Highlander. A three-row, 7-or-8 seater midsize SUV that should prioritize passenger comfort, everyday usability and storage space above all else. The XSE adds on top of the XLE trim with the aforementioned exterior and interior changes, the XSE includes a 7'' display between the tach and speedo. In its standard form, the Highlander is a truly excellent choice in this ultra-competitive segment. It’s a comfortable, connected drive with lots of safety technology as standard with many more desirable options to sel

The latest generation of Toyota’s Highlander midsize SUV came to market for 2020 with high praise. The recent crusade of Toyota’s design and driving dynamics are exciting to journalists and customers alike with the majority of their latest. For 2021, the Highlander receives a new trim level called the XSE. In Toyota’s product language, the goal of an XSE trim is to be the sportier and more aggressively styled version. Across the fleet of vehicles that Toyota offers the XSE trim, there wasn’t enough driving substance to fully justify that claim. Customers purchased the XSE for the looks and interior trimmings, and not much more. In the case of the Highlander XSE, however, this may be the best product to represent Toyota’s efforts in defining what as XSE is supposed

Some other noteworthy pieces of equipment available in the Tiguan include the customizable Digital Cockpit instrument cluster screen, the Full Guide-size panoramic sunroof, the motion-sensitive 8.5’’ touchscreen and the R-Line appearance pack. The R-Line Appearance package is exclusive to the Highline trims and gives the Tiguan a slightly more aggressive style and stance. The R-Line features exclusive 19’’ rims, flat-bottom leather-wrapped steering wheels, lots of R-Line badging, and additional black pieces around the bumper. The as-tested price for this model is a reasonable $44,632CAD M