This week on The Car Connection, we tracked price increases on the latest 2024 models and reviewed the changes to some of the most popular mainstream and luxury crossover SUVs. 

Here’s what moved us this week.  

2024 new car reviews 

2024 Porsche Cayenne review

A test drive in the new Turbo E-Hybrid plug-in hybrid improves the practicality and performance of the Cayenne SUV; it’s a 7.2 out of 10. 

2024 Volvo S90 review

With divine styling and a sedate feel, the 90-Series Volvos sedans and wagons make for terrific long-distance cruisers and a high TCC Rating of 7.3 out of 10. 

2024 BMW 3-Series review

BMW’s 3-Series maintains its status as the sport sedan benchmark, combining an upscale cabin and luxurious moves., and a TCC Rating of 7.2 out of 10. 

2024 BMW X3 review

Polished, smooth, and strong, the 2024 BMW X3 easily earns a TCC Rating of 6.8 out of 10. 

2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz review

The compact pickup truck arrives with a new XRT appearance package for 2024, but its TCC Rating of 6.5 out of 10 carries over. 

2024 Ford Explorer review

Ford drops the hybrid variant of the sporty three-row Explorer for 2024. It earns a TCC Rating of 6.5 out of 10. 

2024 Toyota Corolla review

The 2024 Toyota Corolla lineup stretches from frugal to sporty, with practical AWD and hatchback versions fulfilling just about every need. It earns a TCC Rating of 6.5 out of 10.

2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV

2024 new car news

Test drive: 2024 Mazda CX-90 plug-in hybrid stumbles into electrified future

The replacement to the CX-9 three-row crossover SUV comes up short on Mazda’s luxury bid. 

Infiniti reboots with 2 EVs, QX65 SUV, and redesigned QX80

Infiniti plans three new products and a new QX80 to help turn around flagging sales. 

2024 Subaru Impreza, Crosstrek earn Top Safety Pick honors

Subaru’s redesigned small hatchback and crossover earn TSP safety grades, but the Impreza scores higher. 

What’s New for 2024: Audi

Audi pricing and 2024 model year changes include adaptive cruise control as standard. 

2024 Lexus LS costs $3,100 more, starts at $80,685

The flagship sedan with gas or hybrid powertrains mostly carries over except for some tech upgrades. 

2024 Honda Passport price hiked by $1,865, costs $43,275

A big price hike on the five-seat SUV reflects a refreshed TrailSport model. 

2024 Toyota 4Runner SUV carries on with $300 price bump

The truck-based SUV carries on with seating for five or seven. 



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