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If we are shopping for a large premium SUV, sooner or later the Volvo XC90 tends to appear on the shortlist. It has the elegant Scandinavian design, the three-row practicality, a cabin that feels more like a modern lounge than a traditional SUV, and Volvo's…

The Volvo XC90 looks more at home outside a modern hotel than crawling across a rocky trail, but appearances can be deceptive. Under that polished Scandinavian bodywork sits an SUV with all-wheel-drive capability, useful ground clearance, sophisticated traction management, and—in some versions—air suspension that can…

The Volvo XC90 has spent years carving out its own corner of the luxury SUV market. It does not shout quite as loudly as some German rivals, nor does it try to look like a sports car wearing hiking boots. Instead, it takes a distinctly…

If we own a premium SUV, there is one question that can quietly creep into our minds every time we leave it parked overnight: are Volvo XC90 easy to steal? The reassuring answer is generally, no. The Volvo XC90 is not widely regarded as an…

If we are shopping for a midsize pickup and keep seeing the Nissan Frontier pop up beside trucks like the Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, Chevrolet Colorado, and GMC Canyon, one question quickly comes to mind: is Nissan Frontier a good truck? For many drivers, the…

If we are shopping for a midsize SUV, fuel economy can quickly become one of those numbers we obsess over. A vehicle may look fantastic in the driveway, carry the whole family comfortably, and swallow luggage like a moving van, but none of that feels…

Yes, a Hyundai Santa Fe can go off road—but we need to keep our expectations realistic. The Santa Fe is primarily a comfortable midsize SUV built for family driving, commuting, road trips, winter weather, and occasional adventures away from pavement. It is not a hardcore…

If you are shopping for a practical SUV, one question tends to appear sooner or later: are Hyundai Santa Fe good cars? The short answer is yes. For many drivers, the Hyundai Santa Fe is a very good midsize SUV, especially if comfort, interior space,…

If you are thinking about buying a Nissan Frontier—or you already have one sitting in the driveway—you have probably wondered: how long will Nissan Frontier last? It is a fair question. Trucks are rarely cheap purchases, and most of us want something that will keep…

The Alfa Romeo MiTo insurance group UK rating is one of the first things worth checking before buying this stylish little Italian hatchback. The MiTo has always been a slightly different proposition from ordinary superminis. While a Ford Fiesta or Vauxhall Corsa tends to blend…

The Alfa Romeo MiTo reliability question tends to split car buyers into two camps. One side sees a gorgeous little Italian hatchback with personality, sharp steering, punchy engines, and more character than most ordinary superminis could dream of. The other side remembers old jokes about…