This week we discuss the test results of the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid. We also discuss the Hyundai Tucson and Santa Fe and debate whether the hybrid versions of these SUVs make them better vehicles overall. The IIHS has updated crash test standards for small SUVs; find out why few vehicles performed well in the new test and what that means for consumers. Plus, we share our worst car buying experiences and answer questions on electric vehicle prices, and how CR evaluates new vehicles.
SHOW NOTES:
0:37 - New IIHS Crash Standards
6:56 - 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid. Tucson Hybrid & Santa Fe Hybrid
16:25 - Our Worst Car Buying Experiences
27:24 - Question #1: Has CR ever changed positions on a vehicle after initial impressions?
31:40 - Question #2: Should I be concerned about parts shortages and the reliability of vehicles be manufactured now?
35:27 - Question #3: Why do EV prices seem to fluctuate at random?
LINKS:
2 Small SUVs Earn Poor Score in Tough New IIHS Side Crash Test: https://www.consumerreports.org/car-safety/iihs-small-suv-side-crash-test-a1228339113/
2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hyundai/elantra/2021/overview/
2022 Hyundai Tucson: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hyundai/tucson/2022/overview/
2021 Hyundai Santa Fe: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hyundai/santa-fe/2021/overview/
2017 Chevrolet Bolt Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIYG0NR42LU
2018 Nissan Leaf Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PBAB7sZj0Fo
2020 Ford Escape: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/ford/escape/2020/overview/
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2023 New York Auto Show Highlights
2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
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2023 Lexus RZ
2023 Honda Pilot
2023 Lexus LX600
2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
Consumer Reports 2023 Top Picks
2023 Toyota Crown
Making Sense of EV Tax Credits
2023 Toyota Prius
2023 Lexus RX Hybrid
2023 Kia Niro EV
2023 Toyota Highlander
2023 BMW i4
2022 Year in Review
2022 Lucid Air
2023 BMW X1
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