The Jeep Grand Cherokee and Ford Explorer are two of the hottest midsize crossovers on the roads and are the kind of models that are bringing American auto manufacturers back to profitability. Based on January 2012 sales figures released by the automakers, the models finished in 1st and 2nd place, respectively in the midsize class. [...]
2012 Honda Crosstour
The 2012 Honda Crosstour is a coupe-like SUV built on the same platform as the Accord sedan. In fact, the model was known as the Accord Crosstour for the 2010 and 2011 model years but is now just called the Crosstour for 2012. The Crosstour is Honda’s answer to the Toyota Venza but takes a [...]
2013 Nissan Pathfinder
The Ford Explorer has been a hit since its makeover as a crossover for the 2011 model year. Through November, Ford had sold more than 120,000 2011 Explorers, making it the top selling midsize SUV in the U.S. Nissan is hoping similarly to build on the success of a model with even more longevity with [...]
2012 Ford Edge
After a mid-cycle revamp for 2011, the 2012 Ford Edge receives mild changes but there is one big change for 2012. The 2012 Edge offers Ford’s new 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine as a $995 option across all trim lines. The engine outputs 240 horsepower and 275-pound feet of torque in the Edge. The 2012 Edge EcoBoost [...]
2012 Toyota Venza
There are a few changes in store for the 2012 Toyota Venza. The Camry-based mid-size crossover adds trim lines for the new model year. Previously coming without trim designations the Venza now has LE, XLE, and Limited trims similar to the Camry. While the Camry is all-new for 2012, the Venza otherwise returns relatively unchanged. [...]
