Here are eight stylish and capable new rides to get your motors revving:
2027 Subaru Getaway
Subaru continues its EV roll-out with a three-row crossover joint-developed alongside the Toyota Highlander EV. All trims enjoy standard all-wheel-drive, 420 horsepower, 3,500 lbs. of towing, and ability to zip 0-60 mph in under 5 seconds. Charge 10-80% in 30 minutes for over 300 miles range. Roof-tent capability, 8.3 inches of ground clearance and Dual Mode X-MODE® with Snow/Mud setting encourage adventures.
Hyundai Boulder Concept
This full-frame SUV hints at a new Hyundai pickup coming by 2030. It employs the brand’s new “Art of Steel” design language with flush slab sides, bulging fenders and stacked headlamps. The multi-function interior is accessed through coach doors and focuses on physical buttons over touchscreens. Hyundai promises legit towing capability. Even better, it’s designed and built in America.
2027 VW Atlas
The next Atlas debuts with bolder forms and luxurious cabin flaunting real wood, ambient lighting, 15-inch infotainment and Nappa leather seats with front massagers. Families will appreciate rear sunshades and dual wireless charging while drivers step into a 282-horsepower turbo-four engine that tows up to 5,000 lbs. Pricing shall start around $40,000 when production launches in Chattanooga, TN this fall.
2027 Kia EV3
Inspired by the large EV9, but more affordable, this little crossover charges 10-80% in 29 minutes and offers up to 320 miles range. AWD is available. A head-up display, blind-spot cameras and 30-inch screen delight. Check the high-performance GT and Nightfall black appearance packages. You can even stream Netflix or YouTube and power your home during emergencies. Expect prices around $35,000 this fall.
2027 Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid
The first-ever Wilderness hybrid claims 25% better fuel economy and additional 14 horsepower (194 total). Standard AWD, 2.5-liter boxer-four, 9.3 inches of ground clearance and roof rack with 800 lbs. static load rating kick off the camping. Flatscreen gauges, vegan leather and EyeSight crash avoidance tech add delights. Expect prices under $45,000 when sales commence later this year.
2027 Kia Seltos
Larger and roomier, the Seltos sports edgier styling with flush doorhandles around an interior that feels mid-size. Choose 2.0-liter four-cylinder or 190 horsepower 1.6-liter turbo-hybrid powertrains – fuel economy TBA. Optional AWD and 8.1-inches of ground clearance tackle trails. Nearly 30 inches of digital cockpit taps navigation, YouTube and Netflix streaming. Add a panoramic sunroof and blind spot cameras. Sales commence this spring.
2027 Chrysler Pacifica
View its edgier face with slats of lighting and techy winged Chrysler logo – the new look of Chryslers. Inside, it’s pretty-much the same as before, but Stow ‘n Go seating still disappears into the floor. Drink in Blue Agave Nappa leather and copper stitching on Pinnacle trim. Blind spot cameras enhance safety. Only a 287 horsepower 3.6-liter V6 with front- or all-wheel-drive remains. Prices start at $41,495.
2026 Dodge Durango America250
Celebrating America’s 250th anniversary is a special Durango GT crossover with Black Laguna leather seats, flag embossment on seats, red-and-white stitching, and tri color stitching on steering wheels. Demonic Red seat belts and carbon fiber tie it together. Star-pattern stripes, blue accents and America250 fender decals add sparkle. Get it in GT Plus trim with a 295 horsepower V6 or GT HEMI with a 360 horsepower 5.7-liter V8. Prices start at $49,950.
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