Reviewed on October 13, 2006Although we really liked the 2007 Mazda CX-7 during our test period, it wasn't outstanding in any particular way. It came equipped with a good stereo system and good navigation, and proved practical for getting around, and even fun to drive at times.TAGS:Mazda Motor Corp., SUV, climate control, car, RFID chip, destination, RFID, address, map, key, touch screen, LCD, database
Reviewed on April 12, 2007Although it's an SUV, the 2007 BMW X5 is for people who appreciate performance. Everything about the car is rock solid, from its cabin tech to its handling, and we would feel as comfortable driving it on windy mountain roads as we would over icy terrain.TAGS:BMW, SUV, wine, car, road, North America, San Francisco
Reviewed on July 12, 2007The 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander offers great technology without getting too expensive while striking a near-perfect compromise between emissions, power, and mileage. It's a practical car for a wide variety of uses.TAGS:Mitsubishi Corp., SUV, stereo, subwoofer, front, car, Bluetooth, cell phone
Reviewed on March 7, 2007With its stylish exterior and interior design and a wealth of useful tech features, the 2007 Honda CR-V is a positive evolution for the popular urban SUV. If you're into digital audio, just make sure you bring your iPod.TAGS:dog, passenger, SUV, car, San Francisco
Reviewed on January 22, 2007For its price, the 2007 Chrysler Pacifica compares very favorably with luxury brands such as Mercedes-Benz. Its gadget options are complete, although good interface integration is lacking, and buyers will need to accept a few quirks.TAGS:AMD Pacifica, Chrysler, seat, SUV, car, Mercedes-Benz, movie, automobile company, DVD
Reviewed on May 23, 2007While the 2007 Subaru Forester isn't much of a tech car, it does have a practical edge and a go-anywhere attitude that we can appreciate.TAGS:trail, SUV, car, automobile company, front, GPS
Reviewed on October 3, 2006The 2007 Audi Q7 works well from a luxury perspective, although its cabin tech isn't exactly cutting edge. Although features such as quattro and the adaptive air suspension indicate off-road aspirations, people who can afford this car are likely to stay on the pavement.TAGS:SUV, Mercedes-Benz, destination, dashboard, car, button
Reviewed on May 23, 2008The 2008 Suzuki XL7 Limited succeeds in its mission as a well-equipped crossover with a segment-leading price tag. Its fuel economy leaves something to be desired, but its tech offerings are impressive for a sub-$30K car.TAGS:mirror, color display, SUV, car, display, camera, object
Reviewed on September 25, 2007The 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML550 is a brawny midsize SUV with some admirable on- and off-road performance capabilities. But its optional--and expensive--cabin technology lets it down.TAGS:Mercedes-Benz, Apple iPod, adapter, SUV, car
Reviewed on November 21, 2006Although too big to maneuver quickly, the XC90 is a very practical car for people who need a lot of space. It's not flashy, but its base stereo sounds very good, and the vehicle has a feeling of quality.TAGS:Volvo, SUV, seat, stereo, car, Bluetooth, console, radio, function, CD, MP3
Reviewed on November 7, 2006GM deserves kudos for its first hybrid SUV. It won't break any performance records, and its hybrid system could use some refinement, but the Saturn Vue Green Line is a decent combination of form and function for the price.TAGS:Saturn, SUV, car, stereo, XM Satellite Radio, engine, entertainment, DVD
Reviewed on July 30, 2007The 2008 Subaru Tribeca is enjoyable to drive, and incorporates a few good tech features. However, it also has some real flaws, which could affect your long-term satisfaction with the car.TAGS:destination, SUV, street, map, car, engine
Reviewed on July 24, 2007The 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon was designed to be a great off-roader, with little compromise to make it practical for paved roads. Its navigation system should help out in the wilderness, but Bluetooth seems less useful in a car that you'll want to take beyond the range of cell towers.TAGS:hill, Hummer, SUV, satellite radio, car, turn, satellite, radio, Bluetooth, cell phone, photograph
Reviewed on July 12, 2007The 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander offers great technology without getting too expensive while striking a near-perfect compromise between emissions, power, and mileage. It's a practical car for a wide variety of uses.TAGS:Mitsubishi Corp., SUV, front, stereo, subwoofer, car, Bluetooth, cell phone
Reviewed on July 24, 2007The 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon was designed to be a great off-roader, with little compromise to make it practical for paved roads. Its navigation system should help out in the wilderness, but Bluetooth seems less useful in a car that you'll want to take beyond the range of cell towers.TAGS:hill, Hummer, SUV, satellite radio, turn, car, radio, satellite, Bluetooth, cell phone, photograph
Reviewed on July 12, 2007The 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander offers great technology without getting too expensive while striking a near-perfect compromise between emissions, power, and mileage. It's a practical car for a wide variety of uses.TAGS:Mitsubishi Corp., SUV, stereo, front, subwoofer, car, Bluetooth, cell phone