The 2019 Suzuki Swift continues to offer top safety scores, remarkable space inside, and all-round versatility; it’s still one of the best small SUVs, and a good value for money.
2019 Suzuki Swift Spy Shoot
The 2019 Suzuki Swift SUV is in its last year before a redesign, but thankfully not a rethink. It’s spacious, quiet, comfortable, and capable, mostly thanks to its standard all-wheel-drive system and chunky flat-4 enging. The 2019 Suzuki Swift offers a pleasantly high driving position, lots of front elbow room, and a dashboard far enough away to make the interior feel spacious. The upright shape and low window line make the interior airy and light and give excellent outward visibility.
2019 Suzuki Swift Redesign and Price
Noise suppression is good, with more sound deadening added last year, as well as an acoustic windshield, thicker window glass, and better door seals. This helps address a chronic 2019 Suzuki Swift New Review weak point and makes the car much more pleasant for longer trips.
2019 Suzuki Swift Redesign
Top safety scores and continual updates to safety features put the 2019 Suzuki Swift among the safest cars in its class. All 2019 Suzuki Swift include a rearview camera as standard equipment. This year, all Limited and Touring models now come with blind-spot monitors and rear cross-traffic alerts. Those features are also added to Premium models ordered with Subaru’s EyeSight system.
The best value in 2019 Suzuki Swift is a base model with manual gearbox, but it’s still decently priced after adding fancy audio, leather, and a moonroof.
Kia Forte 2019 Coupe Exterior
The Kia Forte 2019 Coupe continues to offer top safety scores, remarkable space inside, and all-round versatility; it’s still one of the best small SUVs, and a good value for money.
Kia Forte 2019 Coupe Review
The Kia Forte 2019 Coupe SUV is in its last year before a redesign, but thankfully not a rethink. It’s spacious, quiet, comfortable, and capable, mostly thanks to its standard all-wheel-drive system and chunky flat-4 enging. The Kia Forte 2019 Coupe offers a pleasantly high driving position, lots of front elbow room, and a dashboard far enough away to make the interior feel spacious. The upright shape and low window line make the interior airy and light and give excellent outward visibility.
Kia Forte 2019 Coupe New Review
Noise suppression is good, with more sound deadening added last year, as well as an acoustic windshield, thicker window glass, and better door seals. This helps address a chronic Kia Forte 2019 Coupe Exterior weak point and makes the car much more pleasant for longer trips.
Kia Forte 2019 Coupe Exterior and Interior Review
Top safety scores and continual updates to safety features put the Kia Forte 2019 Coupe among the safest cars in its class. All Kia Forte 2019 Coupe include a rearview camera as standard equipment. This year, all Limited and Touring models now come with blind-spot monitors and rear cross-traffic alerts. Those features are also added to Premium models ordered with Subaru’s EyeSight system.
The best value in Kia Forte 2019 Coupe is a base model with manual gearbox, but it’s still decently priced after adding fancy audio, leather, and a moonroof.
I25 2019 Speed Test
The clean, straightforward design of the I25 2019 is let down only by the turbo model’s excessive add-ons.
I25 2019 New Release
The I25 2019 SUV is in its last year before a redesign, but thankfully not a rethink. It’s spacious, quiet, comfortable, and capable, mostly thanks to its standard all-wheel-drive system and chunky flat-4 enging. The I25 2019 offers a pleasantly high driving position, lots of front elbow room, and a dashboard far enough away to make the interior feel spacious. The upright shape and low window line make the interior airy and light and give excellent outward visibility.
I25 2019 Release Date, Price and Review
Noise suppression is good, with more sound deadening added last year, as well as an acoustic windshield, thicker window glass, and better door seals. This helps address a chronic I25 2019 Speed Test weak point and makes the car much more pleasant for longer trips.
I25 2019 Concept, Redesign and Review
Top safety scores and continual updates to safety features put the I25 2019 among the safest cars in its class. All I25 2019 include a rearview camera as standard equipment. This year, all Limited and Touring models now come with blind-spot monitors and rear cross-traffic alerts. Those features are also added to Premium models ordered with Subaru’s EyeSight system.
The best value in I25 2019 is a base model with manual gearbox, but it’s still decently priced after adding fancy audio, leather, and a moonroof.
Audi A9 Chameleon New Concept
The Audi A9 Chameleon handles well and its standard AWD gives off-road ability as well, though only the turbo model offers spirited performance.
Audi A9 Chameleon Price
The Audi A9 Chameleon gets excellent ratings and is an IIHS Top Safety Pick. Its forward-collision warning system in particular works well, and it has acquired more capabilities in the last couple of model years. The Audi A9 Chameleon offers a pleasantly high driving position, lots of front elbow room, and a dashboard far enough away to make the interior feel spacious. The upright shape and low window line make the interior airy and light and give excellent outward visibility.
Audi A9 Chameleon Redesign
Noise suppression is good, with more sound deadening added last year, as well as an acoustic windshield, thicker window glass, and better door seals. This helps address a chronic Audi A9 Chameleon New Concept weak point and makes the car much more pleasant for longer trips.
Audi A9 Chameleon Specs and Review
Top safety scores and continual updates to safety features put the Audi A9 Chameleon among the safest cars in its class. All Audi A9 Chameleon include a rearview camera as standard equipment. This year, all Limited and Touring models now come with blind-spot monitors and rear cross-traffic alerts. Those features are also added to Premium models ordered with Subaru’s EyeSight system.
The best value in Audi A9 Chameleon is a base model with manual gearbox, but it’s still decently priced after adding fancy audio, leather, and a moonroof.
2019 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Wallpaper
The 2019 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible handles well and its standard AWD gives off-road ability as well, though only the turbo model offers spirited performance.
2019 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Review and Specs
The 2019 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible SUV is in its last year before a redesign, but thankfully not a rethink. It’s spacious, quiet, comfortable, and capable, mostly thanks to its standard all-wheel-drive system and chunky flat-4 enging. The 2019 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible offers a pleasantly high driving position, lots of front elbow room, and a dashboard far enough away to make the interior feel spacious. The upright shape and low window line make the interior airy and light and give excellent outward visibility.
2019 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Price
Noise suppression is good, with more sound deadening added last year, as well as an acoustic windshield, thicker window glass, and better door seals. This helps address a chronic 2019 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Wallpaper weak point and makes the car much more pleasant for longer trips.
2019 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Redesign, Price and Review
Top safety scores and continual updates to safety features put the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible among the safest cars in its class. All 2019 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible include a rearview camera as standard equipment. This year, all Limited and Touring models now come with blind-spot monitors and rear cross-traffic alerts. Those features are also added to Premium models ordered with Subaru’s EyeSight system.
The best value in 2019 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible is a base model with manual gearbox, but it’s still decently priced after adding fancy audio, leather, and a moonroof.
2019 Cts V Engine Concept
The 2019 Cts V Engine handles well and its standard AWD gives off-road ability as well, though only the turbo model offers spirited performance.
2019 Cts V Engine Release Date
The 2019 Cts V Engine isn’t close to luxurious, but it’s hard to beat for interior space to hold both people and their gear. The 2019 Cts V Engine offers a pleasantly high driving position, lots of front elbow room, and a dashboard far enough away to make the interior feel spacious. The upright shape and low window line make the interior airy and light and give excellent outward visibility.
2019 Cts V Engine Review, specs and Release date
Noise suppression is good, with more sound deadening added last year, as well as an acoustic windshield, thicker window glass, and better door seals. This helps address a chronic 2019 Cts V Engine Concept weak point and makes the car much more pleasant for longer trips.
2019 Cts V Engine Overview
Top safety scores and continual updates to safety features put the 2019 Cts V Engine among the safest cars in its class. All 2019 Cts V Engine include a rearview camera as standard equipment. This year, all Limited and Touring models now come with blind-spot monitors and rear cross-traffic alerts. Those features are also added to Premium models ordered with Subaru’s EyeSight system.
The best value in 2019 Cts V Engine is a base model with manual gearbox, but it’s still decently priced after adding fancy audio, leather, and a moonroof.
Nissan Maxima Concept Configurations
The Nissan Maxima Concept handles well and its standard AWD gives off-road ability as well, though only the turbo model offers spirited performance.
Nissan Maxima Concept Redesign
The Nissan Maxima Concept gets excellent ratings and is an IIHS Top Safety Pick. Its forward-collision warning system in particular works well, and it has acquired more capabilities in the last couple of model years. The Nissan Maxima Concept offers a pleasantly high driving position, lots of front elbow room, and a dashboard far enough away to make the interior feel spacious. The upright shape and low window line make the interior airy and light and give excellent outward visibility.
Nissan Maxima Concept Price and Release date
Noise suppression is good, with more sound deadening added last year, as well as an acoustic windshield, thicker window glass, and better door seals. This helps address a chronic Nissan Maxima Concept Configurations weak point and makes the car much more pleasant for longer trips.
Nissan Maxima Concept Redesign
Top safety scores and continual updates to safety features put the Nissan Maxima Concept among the safest cars in its class. All Nissan Maxima Concept include a rearview camera as standard equipment. This year, all Limited and Touring models now come with blind-spot monitors and rear cross-traffic alerts. Those features are also added to Premium models ordered with Subaru’s EyeSight system.
The best value in Nissan Maxima Concept is a base model with manual gearbox, but it’s still decently priced after adding fancy audio, leather, and a moonroof.
Rav4 2019 Test Drive Ratings
The Rav4 2019 Test Drive continues to offer top safety scores, remarkable space inside, and all-round versatility; it’s still one of the best small SUVs, and a good value for money.
Rav4 2019 Test Drive Review
The Rav4 2019 Test Drive gets excellent ratings and is an IIHS Top Safety Pick. Its forward-collision warning system in particular works well, and it has acquired more capabilities in the last couple of model years. The Rav4 2019 Test Drive offers a pleasantly high driving position, lots of front elbow room, and a dashboard far enough away to make the interior feel spacious. The upright shape and low window line make the interior airy and light and give excellent outward visibility.
Rav4 2019 Test Drive New Release
Noise suppression is good, with more sound deadening added last year, as well as an acoustic windshield, thicker window glass, and better door seals. This helps address a chronic Rav4 2019 Test Drive Ratings weak point and makes the car much more pleasant for longer trips.
Rav4 2019 Test Drive Overview
Top safety scores and continual updates to safety features put the Rav4 2019 Test Drive among the safest cars in its class. All Rav4 2019 Test Drive include a rearview camera as standard equipment. This year, all Limited and Touring models now come with blind-spot monitors and rear cross-traffic alerts. Those features are also added to Premium models ordered with Subaru’s EyeSight system.
The best value in Rav4 2019 Test Drive is a base model with manual gearbox, but it’s still decently priced after adding fancy audio, leather, and a moonroof.
2019 Toyota Rav4 Interior Research New
2019 Toyota Rav4 Interior Research New – The clean, straightforward design of the 2019 Toyota Rav4 Interior is let down only by the turbo model’s excessive add-ons.
2019 Toyota Rav4 Interior Release Date
The most capable RAV4 trim level is the Adventure, and that’s the one we’d go with. It’s got a cool look thanks to some extra exterior cladding plus an upgraded all-wheel-drive system that includes torque-vectoring technology. The Adventure also comes with most of the RAV4’s desirable features including an upgraded 8-inch touchscreen, a power liftgate and premium interior surfaces.
Redesigned for 2019, the Toyota RAV4 receives a variety of updates, including a stylish new look, a new engine, and added safety and technology features. No doubt they will contribute to the RAV4’s status as the best-selling small crossover SUV on the market. But is it the ideal pick for you?
The 2019 RAV4 gets a 2.5-liter engine that produces 203 horsepower, which is 27 hp more than last year’s model. And it’s not just more powerful, it’s more efficient, too. The new engine, plus a new eight-speed automatic transmission and a lighter curb weight compared to last year, help the new RAV4 get an EPA-estimated 30 mpg combined (26 city/35 highway), which makes it one of the most fuel-efficient crossovers available.
Inside, the RAV4 is comfortable and spacious. The controls are easy to find and, depending on the trim level you select, there are nice surfaces lining the cabin. Apple CarPlay comes standard on every RAV4, as does Toyota’s Safety Sense Suite 2.0, which includes adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, and forward collision mitigation with automatic braking. On a lot of other SUVs, you have to upgrade to the more expensive trim levels to get these safety features.
Toyota is still offering an Adventure trim level this year. Notably, it gets some styling cues to make it look a little more like Toyota’s trucks plus a special all-wheel-drive system that can provide extra traction. Then you have all of the traditional RAV4 strengths. It has excellent cargo space, a big back seat, and a comfortable ride on the highway. In short, the new RAV4 has gotten significantly better without losing any of the versatility that has made it so popular in the past.
There are some minor drawbacks. Even with the new engine, acceleration isn’t exactly thrilling, and Toyota doesn’t offer any engine upgrades. And while the updated infotainment interface is a significant improvement compared to last year, it can be difficult to learn and use. If these are deal-breakers for you, you should take a look at the impressively well-rounded Honda CR-V or the stylish Mazda CX-5. Overall, however, we think just about every small SUV shopper should take a look at the redesigned 2019 Toyota RAV4.
2019 Toyota RAV4 configurations
The 2019 RAV4 is available in five trim levels: LE, XLE, XLE Premium, Adventure and Limited. Every trim level comes with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine (203 horsepower, 184 pound-feet of torque) and an eight-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard on all trim levels aside from the Adventure, which gets all-wheel drive. Otherwise, all-wheel drive is optional. If you opt for all-wheel drive, the LE and the XLE get RAV4’s standard AWD system. The Adventure and the Limited have an upgraded system with a torque-vectoring feature that can shift power distribution between the rear wheels to enhance traction when driving on dirt or snowy roads.
You might expect the RAV4 LE, as the base-level trim, to be sparsely equipped, but that’s not the case. It comes standard with 17-inch steel wheels, LED headlights, rear privacy glass, low-profile roof rails, Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 (forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, adaptive cruise control and automatic high beams), a rearview camera, a 60/40-split folding and reclining second-row seat, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a 7-inch touchscreen interface with Apple CarPlay compatibility, one USB port, Bluetooth and a six-speaker sound system.
The XLE adds 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic LED headlights, foglights, heated mirrors, push-button start, keyless entry, upgraded interior trim, a sunroof, blind-spot monitoring with rear-cross traffic alert, dual-zone automatic climate control, four additional USB ports (five total) and extending sun visors.
From there, the XLE Premium adds 19-inch wheels, a slightly raised suspension (8.6 inches of ground clearance versus 8.4 inches), a power liftgate, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, simulated leather upholstery (SofTex), and soft-touch dashboard materials.
The Adventure is a bit special since it adds some special styling flourishes along with its extra equipment. On top of getting most of the XLE Premium’s contents, the Adventure has unique 19-inch alloy wheels, fender flares, all-weather floor mats, taller roof rails, an upgraded rearview camera (with guidelines), embossed seating details, an upgraded driver information display, an 8-inch touchscreen and satellite radio. The Adventure trim level is also rated to tow up to 3,500 pounds, while all other RAV4 trim levels can only pull 1,500 pounds.
The Limited builds on the XLE Premium’s equipment with chrome exterior trim, driver-seat memory functions, an auto-dimming mirror, the 8-inch touchscreen and a Toyota navigation system.
Some of the Limited’s upgrades can be added to the Adventure, XLE Premium and XLE trim levels through a variety of packages. Other options, depending on the trim level, include a hands-free liftgate, a surround-view parking camera, a parking sensor system with automatic braking, a panoramic sunroof, a heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, wireless smartphone charging and an 11-speaker JBL sound system.
Driving
In routine driving, the RAV4 accelerates adequately, though deeper prods of the accelerator pedal don’t result in much additional thrust. The transmission shifts smoothly and downshifts promptly. The steering and handling are much the same. The RAV4 goes around turns without issue, but the experience will likely be underwhelming for drivers who want some thrills.
Comfort
Depending on the trim level you select (and the size of the wheels you opt for), the RAV4 can definitely be a comfortable road-trip car, especially for the driver. But front passenger comfort may suffer over long trips because of the firm, manually adjustable seats.
Interior
The RAV4 has one of the most spacious cabins in the segment — drivers and adult passengers should have plenty of room. Depending on trim level, there are some nice soft-touch surfaces to be had, giving this relatively inexpensive crossover an upscale feel.
Utility
With 37.6 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats, the RAV4 has one of the largest cargo areas in the segment. Clever small-item storage gives the driver and passengers several places to stow items such as smartphones, and the center console is adequate for larger necessities. Towing capability is high with the Adventure trim — up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped.
Technology
Even the base RAV4 LE now comes with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system and Apple CarPlay — the latter is a big improvement for this small Toyota SUV. The Entune system, however, is still difficult to use, and Android Auto isn’t available at all.
The best value in 2019 Toyota Rav4 Interior is a base model with manual gearbox, but it’s still decently priced after adding fancy audio, leather, and a moonroof.
2019 Hyundai Elantra Mpg Model
The clean, straightforward design of the 2019 Hyundai Elantra Mpg is let down only by the turbo model’s excessive add-ons.
2019 Hyundai Elantra Mpg Price
The 2019 Hyundai Elantra Mpg gets excellent ratings and is an IIHS Top Safety Pick. Its forward-collision warning system in particular works well, and it has acquired more capabilities in the last couple of model years. The 2019 Hyundai Elantra Mpg offers a pleasantly high driving position, lots of front elbow room, and a dashboard far enough away to make the interior feel spacious. The upright shape and low window line make the interior airy and light and give excellent outward visibility.
2019 Hyundai Elantra Mpg Concept
Noise suppression is good, with more sound deadening added last year, as well as an acoustic windshield, thicker window glass, and better door seals. This helps address a chronic 2019 Hyundai Elantra Mpg Model weak point and makes the car much more pleasant for longer trips.
2019 Hyundai Elantra Mpg First Drive
Top safety scores and continual updates to safety features put the 2019 Hyundai Elantra Mpg among the safest cars in its class. All 2019 Hyundai Elantra Mpg include a rearview camera as standard equipment. This year, all Limited and Touring models now come with blind-spot monitors and rear cross-traffic alerts. Those features are also added to Premium models ordered with Subaru’s EyeSight system.
The best value in 2019 Hyundai Elantra Mpg is a base model with manual gearbox, but it’s still decently priced after adding fancy audio, leather, and a moonroof.