The Tiguan evokes a very premium feel when on the road, as it prioritizes refinement and isolation; road and wind are amongst the best in class. The cabin's build quality adds to that premium sensation as the components all fit together seamlessly and all of the buttons on the steering and climate control as satisfying to interact with and are easy to operate on the road. The touchscreen in this Tiguan is one of the better systems in the industry with a clever feature that knows when a hand (or finger) is approaching the screen and enlarges items on the screen to be selected easily. The only frustration with the cabin is the volume/power knob beside the screen. Those with slight or severe OCD tenancies will likely grumble at the inability to keep the icon at the perfect le
The Hybrid models get a 1.6-liter with 44 kW electric motor or 1.6-liter Turbo Plug-in Hybrid with a 66.9kW electric motor . The 44kW is front-wheel-drive and makes 227 horsepower, has an estimated 39 mpg in city fuel consumption, and is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The other 1.6-liter model that features a 66.9 kW electric motor is all-wheel-drive, makes 261 horsepower, and has a 30-mile electric range, paired with the same 6-speed automatic transmiss
A good portion of reviewers, automotive journalists, and enthusiasts have given high praise to the Telluride for its reliability. JD Power and Associates awarded the Kia Telluride a near perfect score . Along with them, US News, Car and Driver, and other widely known sources, have all lauded the latest
Specifically, there may be a poor weld between the control arm and the axle, resulting in a possible separation of parts that may pose a danger to drivers and passengers. Another recall was issued regarding fire risk . The clutch components were targeted, with Jeep saying they could overheat and catch fire. This caused an even bigger response, as 33,000 vehicles were affected this time — approximately 11 times that of the previous rec
Onto the driver's seats, the cluster is all digital and the speedometer has a great design to it. Kia also fitted the Blind Spot Turn Signal Assist, which will project your blindspot in one of the gauge clusters based on your turn signal. This makes for a very cool safety feature of the Kia Sorento. The dashboard looks futuristic and not cheap, and it is packed with wood accents from the side panels all across the dashboard, blended by futuristic vertical center air vents and more charging ports at the center cons
Despite all the negative reports, the Jeep Wrangler continues to hold a special place in the hearts of 4x4 enthusiasts . However, there are certain models shoppers should steer clear of on the used market. Per Consumer Reports , affected vehicles include model-year 2012 to 2015 Jeep Wrangler and 2018 to 2019. We strongly recommend you consider adding the 2020 Jeep Wangler to that list, considering the high number of recalls it has recei
The rear seats are foldable with a click of a button, allowing for greater ease in getting to the third-row seats. The rear seats also have access to two charging ports, and there are more power ports on the third-row side pan
It is quite tough to point out one interior feature that stands out for the 2021 Ford Bronco. The interior is a marvel because of the various unique elements that come together to make it the most rugged yet practical interior layout among off-roading SUVs. Even the Jeep Wrangler's interior doesn't stand a cha
Firstly, it is the sheer quality and fit and finish of things. There are no loose ends here and Ford has done a commendable job putting the bits and pieces together. The dashboard and all the interior trimming are made out of a silicon-based rubber that allows you to be as careless as you want when it comes to taking slushy terrains with the Bronco's open layout. Secondly, the seats are wrapped in marine-grade upholstery that is all-weather proof. Damn, even the floors are rubberized and come with drain plugs to wash and clean the fl
Fret not, though, dear reader. We have a savior, and its name is Kia! The Toyota SUVs (namely the RAV4 and Highlander) may break down on you, but the Telluride won't! Reliability has been a big part of why everyone's fawning over Kia's latest creations , but it's not ALL the Telluride has going for i
Despite boasting a robust, modern interior, the Wangler can be prone to electrical malfunctions. Also, its body has been deemed to lack structural integrity, meaning Jeep could do better in that regard as w
During a side impact test of the 4-door 2022 Wrangler model, IIHS downgraded its overall rating after the vehicle tipped onto its passenger side . The Wrangler is also susceptible to faults that can result in expensive repairs. The popular off-roader currently has a 3.5 out of 5 rating on RepairPal, ranking second to last among compact S
UPDATED AUGUST 2023: Despite scoring low-reliability ratings across the board, the Jeep Wrangler still remains a popular SUV game Story guide|Https://Suvinsightzone.com/. We examine the data while factoring in newer models (including the updated 2024 Jeep Wrangler) to determine whether it's a trusty off-roader or more trouble than it's worth for most peo