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X5 Vs. XM: BMW’s Polar Opposite Hybrid SUVs Compared
Is The BMW XM Worth Twice As Much As The X5 Hybrid?. If you’re in the market for a luxury SUV with a plug-in hybrid powertrain, many automakers have a compelling option. In the case of BMW, however, it has two plug-in hybrid offerings. The 2025 BMW X5 xDrive50e and the BMW XM cater to vastly different audiences; while the X5 has evolved gently over time, the new XM represents a complete shift for BMW SUVs in its design and positioning. Both are hybrid SUVs at the top of their game, blending luxury and high-end technology with electrification. However, despite both carrying the BMW hybrid SUV badge, these two vehicles stand at opposite ends of the spectrum in terms of price, performance, design, and the driving experience they offer. Let's dive into how these two BMW hybrid SUV models stack up against each other.
Engine Teardown On 1/4-Million-Mile Civic Proves Why Honda's Reliability Is Legendary
Honda has built a rock-solid reputation over the years, known for making cars that just keep on running. You can chalk that up to the brand’s obsessive attention to detail and a knack for crafting engines that don’t give up, even when the miles keep piling on. Honda’s engines have become the go-to choice for people looking for a car that’ll keep chugging along well past the 100,000-mile mark – and then some.
The Latest Twin-Turbo V6 Sports Car To Bite The Dust
It’s a tough time to be a car enthusiast. One by one, we’re watching some of the most iconic sports cars slowly fade away, and it feels like the end of an era. Whether it's due to stricter emissions regulations or a global shift toward electrification, many of the cars that once filled posters on bedroom walls are disappearing and will be sorely missed. Like the days of the menacing Dodge Viper, and the all-wheel-drive monster Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, as well as other past legends, eventually, we have to say goodbye.
America's Most Reliable Full-Size SUV Of The Last 10 Years Is...
For the last ten years, there's been one full-size SUV that has dominated the J.D. Power dependability awards, and that's the Chevrolet Tahoe. After first claiming the top spot in 2017 with an 83/100 rating for the 2014 model, it did so again in 2020 and 2021, before tying with the Suburban and GMC Yukon with a 78/100 in 2022 (because the Yukon is basically a Tahoe, and the Suburban is just a Tahoe/Yukon with a longer wheelbase). The 2020 Tahoe then took the crown once more in 2023, when it scored another 83/100. If you're keeping count, that's four years as the solitary gold medal winner, and one year sharing the prize with its GM siblings.
The Most Powerful Four-Cylinder EcoBoost Engine Doesn't Power A Ford
If you drive an EcoBoost Mustang, and you're wondering if you should have sprung for a V6 or V8, just remember that four-cylinder EcoBoost engines have found their way into a number of wicked cars, including the Dallara Stradale, a limited-run barely-street-legal Italian track star set to end production as soon as the 600th car rolls out of the shop. In fact, the Stradale's 400-horse 2.3-liter engine is built from the very same powerplant found in the 2015-2023 EcoBoost Mustang as well as the 2024 model year, the Focus RS, and the new Broncos, with special tuning courtesy of German engineering giant Bosch.
America Fights China's EV Battery Dominance With Billions Of Dollars Of Investment
Following the Biden Administration's prohibitive taxation of Chinese-made EVs, the US Department of Energy (DOE) has announced more than $3 billion in funding for 25 projects across 14 states, targeted at increasing the local production of advanced batteries and battery materials. The move supports the government's Inflation Reduction Act, which aims to remove dependence on China for battery production and critical minerals – in exchange for federal tax credits, ergo, lower prices that have been proven to boost EV adoption in America.
Nissan Versa Is Still The Cheapest Car In America In 2025
With the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 Sedan already having one foot out the door, the Nissan Versa will enter the 2025 model year as the cheapest brand-new car one can buy on US soil. That still holds true in spite of the significant price hike coming for the Nissan sedan, reflecting at least a $500 increase across the range.
How Many kWh Does It Take To Charge A Tesla?
For anyone considering the move into electric car ownership, or for anyone who wants to understand their Tesla better, it's crucial to get your head around how the power supply works. Not only does that mean getting to grips with the different types of chargers available, and their inherent pros and cons, but also in understanding just how much energy is necessary in order to go from empty to a full charge.
Vehicles Thieves Absolutely Adore: The 10 Most Stolen Cars In The USA
As many people have noticed over the last few years, car thefts have become a growing problem. You would think that in our tech-focused world, automakers would have come up with a way to further protect our vehicles from getting stolen, but it's obvious all it takes is a TikTok challenge to go viral for things to go downhill fast. With hundreds of thousands of car thefts per year, buyers and automakers need to understand what vehicles are the most susceptible to disappearing in the middle of the night, and fortunately, the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) is dedicated to tracking the acts.
How A Tiny Automaker Built A Bonkers V8 Using Two Motorcycle Engines
When automotive enthusiasts are having a discussion about the ultimate track car, the Ariel Atom often gets mentioned, and it’s not hard to see why. With its unique, minimalist approach to the driving experience, and a striking design that’s radically different from everything else on the market, the Atom left a very strong impression in the car world from the day it was first released.
All The Manual Pickup Trucks In America Are Dying - This Is Why
Less than two months ago, we published an article stating that there were only two pickup trucks left in the USA with a manual transmission. Along with the pricing and specification announcements for the 2025 Jeep Gladiator, the American company also announced that the formerly optional $2,500 eight-speed automatic transmission would now be fitted as standard, leaving the Toyota Tacoma to carry the torch alone.
Car Manufacturers Are Lying About Their Engines, And We Love It
BMW has unofficially been caught lying about figures, but this time it's a good thing. Let's just say that if you're one of the lucky customers getting a BMW M4 CS, you'll be getting a lot more than what was promised. BMW claims the S58 inline-six produces 543 horsepower, but from what we've seen so far, it looks more like it has 600 angry ponies at its disposal. We can't say we're surprised, as BMW is kind of famous for underpromising and overdelivering, which is always preferable to the opposite tactic. A prime example is the Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance, which claims a power output of 670 hp, but it can only deliver that in 10-second bursts before the e-motor drops its outputs.
Driven: 2024 Ford Bronco Is An All-Terrain Champion
In the not-so distant past, the Jeep Wrangler was the go-to choice for off-road enthusiasts who wanted supreme capability and an open-top experience. Now, the 2024 Ford Bronco gives those buyers a second choice in this segment - and, arguably, a more widely appealing one with nine trim levels currently available. Of those trims, we tested the Everglades, a unique special.
Three-Row Showdown: 2025 Toyota Highlander Vs. 2024 Kia Telluride
The 2025 version of the Toyota Highlander, the sixth model year since the introduction of the Highlander’s fourth generation, has been announced with a few updates on the way. This rugged three-row SUV has been a bestseller in its category for years, combining Toyota’s reputation for reliability with all the practicality expected of a large family vehicle.
Nissan Wanted To Keep The R35 GT-R Around For Another 17 Years
Americans have missed out on the most iconic generations of the GT-R, but in a roundabout sort of way, that could be a good thing. Not only would several compromises have been necessary, but the current R35 generation sold in America has been an icon in its own right, thanks to performance (almost) as legendary as the GT-Rs that bore the Skyline nameplate. The current Nissan GT-R was introduced to its patient fanbase in 2007, and if Nissan's Global Vice President of Product Planning had his way, it'd double its current 17-year lifecycle.
2025 Toyota Corolla Drops Nightshade Trim, Keeps Affordable Pricing
A few months back, the 2025 Toyota Corolla Hatchback arrived with no changes other than a minor price increase, and now the 2025 Corolla Sedan has been detailed by Toyota USA, and although some real changes are made, the pricing increase is just as minor, swelling by $125 on the base trim and $740 on the top trim. As discussed previously, there's a new Corolla FX Special Edition, which essentially replaces the old Nightshade treatment with a different color scheme. Its name is a nod to the beloved Corolla FX16 that debuted in 1987, but besides a retuned electric power steering system, it's mechanically identical to every other gas Corolla.
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