Retired older couple here. Not near the miles driven You all so a GREAT JOB IN YOUR REVIEWS!Selections ranked: 1. Hyundai Tucson hybrid 2. Kia Sportage The two above far surpassed all others Resale value is a question but not as big an issue due to time we own. 3. Toyota CROWN Signia. Except CVT IS NEGATIVE 4. Honda crv except interior way not as good Others way down on list: Ford Escape noisy and bad interior, recall issues (we have a 2014 Platinum and had a 2001. Never again!)- RAV 4: c’mon Toyota: terrible interior, noisy, awful,cvt, With all others I agree with your assessment Again thank you for your honesty and your reviews. Please keeps it going
I received my Kia Sportage HEV 4 spec on 27.07.22… and it’s been flawless. Best car I’ve ever owned. Over 12,000 miles its 41 MPG (US) / 5.74 L/100km. Interior is fab, with so much more latest tech than all the other brands. With that 7 year warranty it gives extra peace of mind.
I have a 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. Extremely happy with the way it drives, the beautiful light grey leather interior, the space, comfortable seats and the tech. Very reliable and my local Mitsubishi dealership is great. If I am doing city driving, I only refuel with gas every 2-3 months!
I'm retired and only drive local, I keep looking for new cars out of boredom! I feel people are driving less due to work at home, here in the U.S. anyway. Buying a new car used to be a fun thing to do but at today's prices and availability is driving people to keep their older cars. It's a matter of economics!
I just bought a Mazda CX-50 and I love it. The seats are extremely comfortable and i love all the features, while admittedly sacrificing a bit of fuel efficiency, even on the non-turbo trim.
I just walked into a Toyota dealership and bought a Rav4 hybrid-Prime(in Orange County, California) and I love it. I’ve driven 200 miles so far and have not used a drop of gas yet due to short trips per trip and keeping below the 42 miles plug in range. It’s been fun!
Which planet you live on ? Here in Vancouver BC most Toyota dealer won’t even let you be on the waiting list as the ETA is over 6-8 months for RAV 4, no test drive unit or demo unit either
value for money is no other PHEV outlander for me. space, comfort ride, safety, reliability, S-AWC, looks, super quite and most of all less power if we want to join the GTR racing but we are not going to race we just simply go to A to B at any harsh conditions. this suv is underrated.
I have the Outlander 2023 gas trim and it is fantastic. It is not at all underpowered considering the highway speed limits of around 100km/hr in Canada. It's S-AWC works like 4x4 and is way better than conventional AWD. This is a big plus for Prairies in Canada.The vehicle is made in Japan and overall it offers great value in terms of Availability, price, features, build quality, upscale premium looking and quiet cabin with 3 rows and 10 year warranty. Please note that RAV 4 Hybrid , which is a generation old design, has a wait time of 1 year in Canada.
Back in April of this year I purchased a Toyota Crown Limited and was extremely happy with the car. Four weeks ago I was given an opportunity to purchase A Rava4 Prime. This is my first SUV and I love it! I am averaging about 47 miles to a full charge and have barely used the hybrid engine. The only downsize to the SUV is that it does have a little noise when driving at a slow speed and the interior material only comes in black. Other than that I would highly recommend that if you have the opportunity to purchase the Prime you will have no regrets,
My wife just traded her 2021 RAV 4 Hybrid for a 2024 Tucson Hybrid. The RAV 4 was just noisy on the highway. The Tucson? Verrrrrrrrry quiet and now that we're retired and doing more road trips, quiet, comfortable and great mileage is most important. The Tucson works.
Passed on RAV a couple years ago- extreme road noise and spartan interior. We chose CX-5 for those and other reasons. 85k miles and not the first problem. 2nd place would be the Kia, especially with the generous warranty. We own a 19 Sorento that is super quiet, comfortable, and has been totally reliable (V6 paired with 8 speed trans). I would avoid some of the recent years of the turbo engine Kia offerings that are paired with unreliable DC trans!
@@Tom-dz6yodo you still live your cx5? What year, model (hybrid or gas) and trim did you get? Are the seats comfortable? It doesn’t feel cramped? And how is the paint holding up? Hear paint chips easy
We have two Subaru Foresters. One is 2016 and the other is 2017. The cost was just over $30,00 each which includes many good extras. Living in northern Idaho we appreciated their four wheel drive. The around town mpg was 27 and on the highway it was 33 mpg. The seating was good for the driver and front seat passenger and the granddaughters were fine in the back seats, and there was still plenty of room in the carrier area in the back. Lastly it has many safety features. We are looking forward to the forthcoming 2024/25 models which have a projected highway milage of 94 mpg, WOW!
I ordered a RAV4 Hybrid XLE in July, 2023 and it arrived as a 2024 model in October, 2023. (I am in the US.) I love it. It is smooth and comfortable with great cargo capacity. (Only about 2 cubic feet less than my previous 2013 Highlander.) I am not currently getting the expected MPG (approximately 33 mpg average), but it is still nearly double my previous Highlander. (It has been very warm this winter and I have sticky snow tires on it, so there is a lot of friction with the road. I also have roof rails, which make the vehicle less aerodynamic. With the OEM tires this fall, I was averaging approximately 37 mpg with the roof rails on.) I would definitely order this again. My daughter has a 2023 Rav4 (non-hybrid) and she loves hers as well.
In early November 2021 we ordered a 2022 Rav 4 Hybrid Limited. In March 2023 we got the vehicle but it wasn’t the one we had ordered. Same model, trim etc. but my wife wanted red and we got metallic gray. We had been waiting so long that this was offered because the people who had ordered a 2021 had backed out well before this one was built. The one we ordered actually showed up at the dealership in mid July. We’ve been very happy with vehicle. It’s really nice to look down at the fuel consumption number on the dash after a 4-7 km city drive and see 4.7 or even 6.4 . On 2 highway road trips 720 Kim’s each way we averaged 6:5 on the way up ( more uphills ) and 6.3 on the way back down with the Rav packed full of shopping. I’m looking forward to your report on the 2025 RAV4 Hybrid.
Just to add points to the CX-5. Extremely happy with my 2023 Carbon Edition. Not sure why seats are deemed uncomfortable? I compared several SUVs' interiors and talked to friends about their experiences. No other interior compared, at the price point I was looking for, for a brand new compact SUV. This + Safety Features were my priority.
After test driving the CR-V, the RAV-4 and the CX-5 , we just bought a Sportage SX-Prestige over the weekend. For the money, I was surprised by the tech stack (although it is missing wireless CarPlay, as you guys said). The interior felt a little more "upscale" then the others although the CX-5 and the CR-V were close. This being our first Kia, lets hope it lasts!
I think something that gets overlooked is the number of miles a person drives per year. In our case, me and the missus barely drive 9,000 miles per year on our ICE compact SUV. We'd never realize any real savings given the higher purchase price of the hybrid and plug-in.
@@wgemini4422 How it is 3 years to break even? Base Ioniq 5 is CAD $55k compared to base CRV at $37k. The difference is $18k. So more like 8 years, isn't it? Then considering electricity cost, the breakeven is more like 9 years. On an average a household would keep a car for 9-13 years only, some even less, like 7-8 years.
Some people do. Plenty of cars on the road that are twenty plus years old, however, I do agree the cost savings being ten years may not be worth the instant savings
@wgemini4422 I haven't done the math in a long time. I seem to recall my break even was more like 5 to 6 years. Other factors the lack of charging stations in my rural area, the cost of upgrading my house to accommodate fast charging, and finally the cost of the electricity itself. Pricing seems all over the map and not transparent unlike a gas station's signage.
You guys are amazing. Your videos were instrumental in me choosing a new vehicle, Thank you so much. Was looking for a hybrid and after research was down to the CRV and the Rav both on the list. My wife and I really loved the CRV but couldnt wrap my head around the $ 15,000 differential and new hybrid system. I took delivery of my 2024 Rav4 Hybrid XLE last week. I have to say im impressed. Im obtaining 5.5 / 100 ltr consistently. Went to visit my parents last week. Fredericton , NB to Saint John, NB Before took me $55 to $60 with my Volvo xc60. The Rav4 hybrid took $ 26 I rest my case. Again, ty so much for your content, so very helpful. Loved your from Japan series.
2 wk w/ Crv Touring hybrid, Love it! 35 yes w/ 7 Toyotas. But couldn't test drive one. None available for months. Lost customer 😢. Love my new Honda 35mpg. $$$ but worth it, besides, what else am I going to enjoy at 75! Sorry kids, now I've got one I like too.
My son bought the 2024 Rav4 LE because reliability, reputation, resale, build quality, looks, 203 hp! The price was $31, 677. It's comfortable, gets over 30 mpg, has a nice sound system, and it's a Toyota. Nobody makes cars better! Theoretically, he could keep this car the rest of his life. We looked all the cars and this was a no-brainer. He is very happy. I would buy one, but I'm keeping my 2005 Acura MDX. It's got 296,000 miles now and still gets 24.78 mpg! Gotta love the old MDX. They are phenomenal!
We bought the Sportage PHEV at the end of Sept. We’ve been very happy with it thus far. Our 2nd choice was the RAV4 hybrid. The Sportage looks light years ahead in the interior. The RAV4 is VERY long in the tooth… we got a good deal on it at $3k over the hybrid, $2k under MSRP.
I'm totally in love with the Sportage EX Hybrid... Smooth, Quiet, and Comfortable on Road Trips. Also great around town if I'm doing deliveries. We get snow a few weeks out of the year, and she runs great.
We got a very nicely equipped Kia Sportage hybrid for 33 :-) we used to be an all Honda family, but they've gotten lazy and overly priced. You can get a wireless adapter for Android auto or carplay for under a hundred bucks :-) we have one it works brilliantly, and integrates nicely with the Kia system
Hi guys, Love your videos. I bought a 2024 CX-5 Premium non-turbo two months ago for my wife and she loves it! I think the uncomfortable seat issue is a thing of the past. They seem to have worked some magic for 2024 and I drove a couple 2023's as demos before purchase and notice the difference. To us they are the perfect balance of comfort and support. I've heard the same comment from other reviewers.
I noticed a difference as well in the recent CX-5 model, the seats feel more plush. I think it's a great vehicle, it just lacks space in the rear seat and cargo area for families. It's perfect for me, I love how it handles.
@@andreaspencer9813 It's perfect for us too. The kids are gone and the amount of space is more than adequate. My petite wife drove the CRV and it was just too big. I think the CX-5 is also very suited to older couples looking to down size but not lose the practicality of an SUV. Thanks for your reply!
I have a 2023 Toyota Rav4 Trail edition with the naturally aspirated 2.5L & 8 speed automatic. I've put almost 30,000km on it since February. Drove from Saskatchewan to Ontario and back as well. The best fuel economy I got driving through the mountains and valleys in Northern Ontario was 6.3L/100km and the SUV as PACKED! It's such a well put together product. It's comfortable (I drove 12 hour days) on my latest trek, spacious enough to fit my massive drum kit, and reliable. Not one issue. HIGHLY recommended, especially the Trail trim, which can also tow 3500lbs, has a higher ground clearance, better AWD system and roof rails
I put a deposit on a Sportage Hybrid SX Presitge in November of '22 and they told me it would be 4-6 months. A year later, it hasn't even started production yet! KIA America blew me off when I started asking questions and now just isn't responding to me. Im beyond frustrated at this point and looking to get something else. Thank you for making these videos, maybe I'll actually be able to get one of the ones recommended here!
I just bought a Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and very happy with the car. CRVs and RAV4s may age better but to me they are dull, I love the Tucson’s edginess. Also the 5 yr warranty only one here worth mentioning.
Tucson Hybrid is great! I think it was my favorite as I've been shopping, but the softer seats was causing me some comfort issues. For me, I need firmer seats. If those seats were just a bit firmer, I'd be driving a Tucson.
I test drove the japanese csuvs here and found that i was getting better usable cabin space in a sedan.. the higher ride height dont hurt though. Rav 4 hybrid was the best value proposition. Im in canada btw.
I got 2024 Hyundai Tucson hybrid after watching your reviews. I love it. I heard hyundai will updating to have wireless carplay and android. Hopefully soon.😊
Love your show, it is so much fun. Why is availability (or lack of availability) of the cars that you review is not part of your assessment. Availability of the cars is now a major part of buyers decision to opt for one car or another. Thanks and keep up the excellent job 😊
have a new Rav4 hybrid ...love it....the actual milage is closer to 5l/100k after it is broken in now...toyota is king of the hybrids! and will last for years to come!
Just bought a 24 Forester Sport and I love it. My first Subi-Doo.. I never had an interest in a hybrid vehicle... matter of fact, I don't know a singe person that has one. Im 55 and this is my forever car. Just paid off my new Ford F350 dually and that's my forever truck. Getting stuff in order before retirement. Hopefully the Subi-Doo will last awhile.
As always an excellent video. My Choice is the Kia Sportage, I've had mine for over a year and it is now it's an outstanding vehicle with not one issue. I have the hybrid SX prestige,outstanding vehicle with not one issue., and I get on average 40 miles to the gallon which is more than what is listed. Very happy with it.
That's crazy, I've been waiting a year and they haven't even started production on mine yet. I'm looking for something else to replace my 17 year old Civic
@@Heolfrigit’ll be worth the wait. Had my Sportage HEV 4 (UK spec) since July 2022, 12,000 miles for combined 41 MPG (US). It’s been flawless, amazing interior & tech, best car ever owned.
CX-50/CX5 aren't on the top list have made the list very surprising. I agreed its small inside. But their driving experience and interior quality are superior to all the others, especially with that sweet 2.5T engine.
I am a huge fan of both the CX-5 and CX-50, fantastic vehicles, but they don't work for everyone, they are small and while I like the engaging drive with a firmer suspension and heavier steering, some don't. I also think a hybrid is needed.
I made another comment saying similar things. The drive experience is spectacular. I do think their reasoning goes back to who is the target audience for compact SUVs and does it serve them the best? I still think CX5 should have been in the top 5 especially over kia or Hyundai based on reliability alone.
@@Ari_G73 I am a huge fan of the CX-5, but space is an issue in this model. I speak to many viewers daily about buying vehicles and although they love the CX-5 for its wonderful handling it doesn't work for them space wise. JD Power gives the Sportage a reliability score of 88/100, that's tough to beat.
@andreaspencer9813 your reasoning is understandable. I've just seen too many bad experiences with kia and Hyundai amongst my friends and (more so for kia) really shady dealer practices and blocking ext warranty work I respect the position in the video though I disagree with it based on my own perspective. Thank you
I'd still buy the Mazda CX-5 everyday and twice on Sunday. Drives like a BMW, as reliable as a Toyota and prettier than any of these. I steal my daughter's to drive over my SQ8 often...it's that fun!
Hey everyone! 2016 Rogue 110,000 miles I’m reading everyone’s reviews on suvs. My mechanic informed me to think about purchasing/trade my Rogue before 150,000. He’s heard of 2 many problems. Nissan recalled our key fob closing whilst driving, causing collision. They inserted a pin was the conclusion. Wow was shooting towards a 4 Runner.
I purchased the 2023 limited Subaru Forester it’s a great value and I don’t drive that much to spend the extra money on a hybrid. Also maintenance is cheap.
I just can’t believe how expensive these small SUVs are. 10 years ago each these type of vehicles were at lest $5000 less, if not more. Crazy how everything costs so much nowadays
Ive had 2 Stingers. 1 with the 4 cylander, one with the 3.3 turbo. The fuel pump in the 4 cylinder went at 40k mikes. They replaced it same day no issue. The 3.3 runs great. Only issue is tge make the end of the dipstick plastic and it broke. They originally wanted to charge me for a dipstick, but eventually ordered the $35 part
Looking at the price difference between the gas models and hybrid models, about $5000. The battery ones up to $14000 difference. Buy the gas models, there more available and you can buy an awful lot of gas for the money you save. Really, an awful lot of gas. Think people!
All hybrids have batteries, the higher price premium is for the plug-in versions. The hybrids may have additional premium features compared to the gas models which contributes to the price difference.
The extra in Canada for say the RAV4 is $2,800 ($2,100) depending on the price of gas, which generally goes up every year and how much you drive a year, the breakeven point is about 3 years. For the PHEV, I don’t think there is a reasonable pay back period.
@@foxlake6750 good points, however hybrid availability and price premium varies by market, along with fuel prices. I remember years ago Ford was selling the Escape hybrid at the same price as the gas versions
The RAV4 Hybrid is the only one worth buying. The others are not. Problem is, you can't get a Rav 4 hybrid in a reasonable time. Best to buy the gas versions if you must have a CUV.@@foxlake6750
Thanks for your video from your list and for real we just have bought the Mitsubishi outlander PHEV we we gonna take the vehicle in a few days and it looks fantastic. ❤
My mom owns a Kia Sorento and it wasn’t until i was washing her car one day that I found to her surprise a hidden away rear wiper. It was not turned on, so she turned it on in the car and she’s been really happy with that feature! Also what you said about the gas hybrid Rav4, Whilst i will always stick with toyota for reliability and fuel economy , it’s crazy how loud it was inside of a corolla hatchback i rode in compared to my 2005 chevy malibu. Toyotas doors also feel very thin and cheap, although built well.
@@Tellyawhat4 That is a good reason I had never considered! Although i’d be more worried about the rear leg room. As a 6’0 adult.. the third row seats are begging for you to upgrade to a telluride or something of that weight class.
The Korean twins are definitely top of class when it comes to features, tech, & interiors and overall performance. I especially love their blind spot mirror cameras. Reliability may be an issue for those who keep their cars beyond 5 yrs & 50,000 miles, less of a concern for those who don't . I'm on my 3rd Outback & love the size and the way it drives. Only problem has been poor 12V batteries on my 2015 & 2022; both had to be replaced in the 3rd year. In 3-5 yrs when I'm in the market, I'll definitely be giving the HEVs a hard look!
My 2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback had the same issue. I had to replace the battery at 22K miles (4yrs). The problem is that the ORMs are putting crappy batteries in their cars. I bought I superior battery that’s gonna last double the time. Thankfully ICE car batteries are inexpensive.
Disappointed .. you have not mentioned my 4top ones I am considering.. Kia Soul; Subaru Crosstrek and Mazda CX-30; Buick Encore GX !! Thank You for your channel, very helpful !
Don't know if it's an area shortage type of thing, but in the Phoenix metro area I just did a search for Tucson SEL hybrids and got 26 available. While I like the look of the Kia Sportage a bit better, the Kia dealers were all a pain to even get to talk with you. I've heard they are still doing market adjustments and loading up dealer addons. Anyway, I went with the Tucson SEL hybrid at Ken Garff Hyundai in Surprise and it was on their lot for sale. Got it for MSRP (plus the usual tax, title, doc, license fees) with minimal negotiation. No market adjustment and no dealer addons were charged. So far I really love this car. I have a Mazda MX-5 and love that one for drive-ability (not comfort, lol), so I did try sitting in a CX5 but those seats are just way too hard. Dunno who designs this crap, but I don't think sporty has to equate to uncomfortable, at least in a SUV. Thanks for all the info you guys provide!
Generally speaking, I've found Kia dealers to be the most unpleasant, and I've been to MANY car dealerships over the past two months. They're acting like they're selling blocks of gold. In reality, they're selling mass market cars that may be somewhat worse than a lot of their competitors, but that look cool.
I own a 2007 Honda CR-V with 145,800 miles. I really like my little CR-V. I need to buy another car in a year or two and trying to decide which compact SUV to choose. Thank you for your video. I still think my favorite is the Honda CR-V.
SO happy you guys included the Outlander in the top 5 list! The CX-5 is LUXURY, compared to all the others. (I mean, just look at the fact that the trunk is carpeted and the others aren't) But, I get why it didn't make the top 5. And, surprised the Rogue is not in the list, especially with its new, 3-cylinder turbo engine.
Outlander for me, named the safest SUV for 2023 by U.S News and it won top 10 interiors of 2021, one of the quietest in its class plus the legendary S-AWC with Active YAW Control.
@@JeffSpehar-ov1cn I've owned one and it's 30 years old and still runs like new, my friends Hilux has DPF issues already, I've seen several Corollas with CVT issues and even some new Tundras have waste gate issues, the new RAV4 Prime has a recall already.
I'm all in on the Outlander as well. It's reliability is good. Its interior and safety are excellent. It has good performance. It's bigger than the rest on this list. The third row is tiny, but when you only have it for the occasional use that's still very handy. The only issue is the (relative to hybrids/PHEVs) poor efficiency when on gas. If you can primarily keep to electric then it's a fantastic car.
@@tdvols Actually I liked the older body with spare on the back door. Those had some character while the "new" ones are kind of a plastic soap tray vibe.
Just bought a Hyundai Tucson Limited. Love it. Take a look at the Tucson. It will surprise you. Have owned Toyotas for the last 25 years and traded in a 2017 RAV 4 in on the Tucson.
I absolutely love the Mazda, CX five, have a 2021 and going to buy a 2024, no complaints for us on this vehicle. It’s been absolutely impeccable and it drives beautifully, we’re just sticking with the gas version, and the base model, which we had before, save tons of money in sticker price right there.
Thank you for including the Mitsubishi Outlander. I totally agree the petrol version is not very interesting, but the PHEV is amazing. It's almost as good with range as the Toyota RAV4 Prime, but it's actually available, you don't have to wait a year or two to get it. Also the Rav4 Prime torque is mostly on its front wheels and the AWD is sort of meh... The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV AWD is much much better.
Thanks a lot for your videos, I have been following you for almost 4years and I love you both. My choice goons be Kia Sportage PHeV cause in overall it’s the best choice.
We had a 2015, 2017, and 2021 Honda crv-exl. Lease is coming due, and since new crv is increased so much in price, taking second look at Mazda cx5, cx50, or Subaru outback. Don’t go off-roading. Just two Atlantic Canada seniors that want smooth, comfortable ride, non-hybrid, , memory seats, heated steering wheel and heated seats, don’t need to pay more for sunroof. We like the height of suv rather than sedan. Any recommendation in this classification.
I’m sorry but I don’t think Mazda is “non-luxury..” their brand image, aesthetics, and target audience doesn’t match up with the mass market status. Mazda is more of a premium offering and what sets them apart is their dedication to performance and quality. Not many economical brands can say the same. And on top of all that, Mazda is a standalone brand. Immediate respect..
Your videos are super helpful. Thank you! I'm looking forward to Subaru and Mazda introducing hybrid on its SUVs. Also, would like to see CRV prices going down because 50K+ CAD is not worth for an SUV segment. Full EVs are just hovering around that price.
I rented a 2024 CRV Hybrid Touring for an 8-day trip in the maritimes and did about 2100 Km on it. I now have about 18K on my 2023 Rogue. If I was buying again, my top 4 would still be the Rogue, CX-50, Tiguan and CRV. Hard to say what I'd pick now. The CRV feels more well put together, solid, handles WAY better than the Rogue, has a little more space and it's quiet. The transmission felt and sounded like it was going to explode going up and down the hills in the Cabot Trail, but the Rogue wouldn't do much better I imagine. Fuel economy was 6.9L over our 2100 KM and around 9.9L through the hilly Cabot Trail. My Rogue is at 8.1L over our year of owning it and I've hyper-miled down to 5.1L on a 300Km trip so the 'no hybrid' option is a meaningless argument IMO. We routinely get 750 - 800km per tank which is about the same in the CRV and the Rogue Platinum is 3K cheaper than the cheapest CRV hybrid. You get more features in the Rogue Platinum for the same price as the CRV sport, but the features are basically the same if compared to the Hybrid Touring: wireless carplay, heated rear seats, pano roof and more. Pro-pilot is much better than the CRV system as well. The Rogue's seats are more comfortable, but the CRVs are pretty good too, and they are more supportive. Interior usability is the same, both are great since they have hard buttons/knobs. The interior materials in the Rogue are better, but we have the tan interior which I like better than all black. We did see a current gen Rogue on melted on the side of the road in New Brunswick so my wife said "time to sell it..." so when my CVT explodes, the CRV will cruise silently by laughing all the way to a million KMs without breaking a sweat. Understandable why the CRV makes the top 1 or 2 in all comparisons, it seems to split the difference between the comfort of the Rogue and the handling of the CX-50, but the Hybrid Touring is 8K more than our Rogue Platinum. The biggest knock in the Rogue is the handling, it is not confidence inspiring as it's too loose and jiggly, the CRV was very much a tall sports car and a joy to drive around the twisties out east. All this said, it's so hard to pick something in this segment, all of these choices are really good. I prioritized comfort, features and usability, otherwise I'd be picking between the CRV and CX-50.
I'm surprised CX5 only achieved honorable mention status given how glowing the review was but I get the size questions especially if you have a young family with dogs etc. For us we have the 2024 cx5 signature and our family of 4 fits fine and works great for trips. Though no toddlers and pets.
Agree. I would take the CX-5 over anything on this list, hybrid or not. Kia powertrains are junk. The CRV and Rav 4 if you need more room. Too each their own. :)
@dad242 my big issue with the crv and why it was a no go for me was two fold. I really don't like the interior and the 1.5T sounds like a dying elephant when mated with their cvt.
@@dad242 I would also take the CX-5 for its engaging drive if I didn't need the space in the rear seat and cargo area. Best in class in my opinion for handling but falls short in other areas unfortunately. BTW JD Power gives the Sportage a reliability score of 88/100.
I have a 2023 CX 5 signature. The price was $47,000 and very comfortable and near luxury interior. Just just 2 of us now and drive about 15,000 klm per year. I can by a whole bunch of gas for $15000.
@@andreaspencer9813pretty sure JD calculate reliability by "money spent for repairs by owner". This means they don't count the 3 times a Hyundai/kia owner may need his engine or transmission replaced completely while under warranty. I have to say their warranty is awesome if you enjoy driving courtesy cars or if you don't plan on keeping your car past the end of the warranty. Hence why you see ppl recommend against buying a used/older kia/Hyundai unlike Japanese brands.
Im curious what you guys did for a living prior to making this channel. The videos are very professional. And you both come off very relaxed and natural. I cannot even leave a voice message without sounding weird.
Andrea, which would you & Zach say is the quietest cabin, need power passenger seat. Do any besides the CX5 have a heads-up display. We need a lot of back seat room. Sportage looks like it has. I haven't looked at the Hyundai Tuscon Yet. I really like the CX5 except no hybrid & small. My hubby does alot of driving. Love your videos.
Wow, one of the first times I disagree with you guys. The CX-50 should have been compared vs the CX-5 and the Tiguan R-Line should have been in the mix. I drove all that you mentioned with the exception of the Mitsubitchy and Hyundai (we were trading our 2016 Hyundai in) and the prices were all around 37-39k. The VW Tiguan R-Line was our pick hands down even though we ended up getting the Honda. Personally, I am not sold on the Hybrid craze and prefer the other motor options. The battery situation is never discussed and costs down the road need to be discussed. Keep up the great reviews, Thanks
It was loud on the hwy...but to be fair one dealership didnt have any and the other had 2 and one was the meridian edition w awd tires. She was frustrated being our 5th dealership and didn't want to wait till the other CX-50 came back in. She ended up getting the Honda CR-V Hybrid cause of fuel mileage and she drives about 35k per year. Going home It was equally loud on the hwy. My pick was still the Tiguan R-Line. Same cost, premium interior and drove best, quiet and just felt premium vs all the others. Fuel mileage was the same as the Cx-50. @@overundersidewaysdown
Just got a CX-5 Signature. I’m on the side of wanting more of something that can be an appliance - but also can still put a grin on my face when I drive it. Of them all it’s the only that’s got an actual soul 😂 and no it’s not as big as it’s competitors but it’s big enough to tackle all the other use cases the others can tackle (minus the 3 row Mitsu). It just feels well built almost German luxury like attention to detail, older tech yes but also proven and reliable. It won’t win the fuel economy debate or the space debate but it’ll win the most smiles debate with ease. That’s why it won my purchase.
Great choices for sure. My top pick is the Sportage Phev, my girlfriend has been waiting for a year for one here in Victoria. Good news is she will now get a 2024, hopefully! Rav 4, Tuscon, Outlander, CRV, would be my ranking. Love your reviews.
Thank you so much for watching and we are really glad you are enjoying our reviews. My Mom owns the Tucson PHEV because the Sportage wasn't out yet, it's two years old now and she absolutely loves it. Your girlfriend will be really happy with the Sportage PHEV. My Mom really loves not going to the gas station.
I have tried them all because I was looking for a SUV. It all about compromise. I would love a car with the headroom/interior of the CRV, the look of the Sportage and the hybrid system of the RAV4. Hopefully the refresh 2025 RAV 4 will be like that.
Toyota is probably about a year late in redesigning the RAV4, but it still sells sells sells, so they probably don't care too much. I'm sure the new RAV4 will bring it more in line w/ the competition. Definitley wouldn't mind seeing a style more in-line w/ the new prius.
Hyundai has announced all their newer models from Hyundai, Kia and Genesis will be getting a software update to enable wireless CarPlay)AA. It is rolling out in Europe but not North America yet.
For me Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2023 consistently gave 6.7L/100KM when battery depleted which is way better than official numbers ! Not sure why Mitsubishi over stated the mpgs, have made plenty of long trip with resetting stats on dashboard. Overall I spent $350CAD (inclusive of ev charge cost) for 7000KMs so far @ 3.8L/100KM super happy with purchase !
@@smok3sho587 well you test drive the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2023+ and then we can debate, atleast I had driven CX5 never seen that mileage however even if it is true for such a big SUV compared to CX5 and steering, suspension, luxury, 2nd row space, silent ride, power it offered no par ! on the other hand I do agree Mazda's too a good Japanese company and it earned its own fanbase. small suv 6.1 vs relatively big suv is lots different..keeping the 2 extra seat for short trips or cargo space apart.
@realdeal8607 5.5% and CAD5000 rebate with some discount out the door I paid 61grand for top of the line trim GT premium white with black roof ! Again pricing is subjective even I have seen people got cars for $2000, EOD it makes subjective and difference on what you are looking for ! Atleast here I have an option to save money with EV charging 80 KM average range upto 3 months I no need to visit petrol pump for city commute.
After test driving the hybrid models of the RAV4, Tucson and Sportage, I’d go w the Sportage first, then the Tucson. I like the look of 26:07 the Outlander, but don’t think the reliability is there. Rejected the RAV4 due to the CVT noise and utilitarian inside finishes. Thanks again for the great review!!
I recently test drove everything in the compact group and ended up keeping my 2020 CX5 Signature with low miles. All others still drove like an appliance. The Rav 4 Hybrid was appealing for it's mpg & tech. Honda - better all around quality. After all set and done I just kept the Mazda. Waiting for the CX70.
Well thank for the review. I need to make my decision. I think I am going for the Kia Sportage. I have the crv not a good choice for me. Which one would you suggest for a 5 ft
I have a Forester and love it but Subaru is way behind on bringing electrification. My daughter has a Kia Sportage Hybrid and I love it. Beautiful interior, super quiet (certainly over my Forester) and plenty of power and the screen size and tech is fantastic.
Subaru is small company that has little resources in comparison to other automakers. Toyota Hybrid/EV tech will eventually trickle down into their cars.
I love my Impreza. Yes it’s a bit small but fun to drive and a real bear in the Alberta winter. The safety rating is excellent and my dealer is great. It would be great if there was a hybrid but I’m happy with what I have.
@@heatherireland2810for their subcompact class, Imprezas are surprisingly space efficient. Same or better passenger room and total cargo capacity as the compact V60, Q5, RX and GLC. I’m loving my ‘24 RS.
I just got my 2024 Honda CRV Sport Touring L Hybrid for $38,200 ( Out-the-door $41,800 incl: Tax, title, Document fees included ). This is the first time my wife ever told me that she loves a car, surprising, because she’s not a car person. Usually, to her they are appliances, but this time it’s different. Honda may not be the best at any one performance area, but overall, they’re best for our total experience, and satisfaction. Color us happy.
I love your videos and I’m a great fan of your reviews. However, I think the CX-5 and CX-50 are better than many of your options. I agree your choices have personal opinions and preferences but you can’t just say it’s better because it has no electrification available . I’ve tried to purchase a RAV4 hybrid but the waiting times are still crazy. I tried to get its gas version instead but when compare it with the CX-50, I found more value in my money with Mazda. I had a CH-R before and gas consumption is slightly more with the CX-50 but for the same money, I’m getting more than the RAV4. Hope you can add the reality aspects of purchasing a vehicle for the long term and not just initial thoughts as everyone does in the car reviewing channels. I’ve tested all the vehicles listed and to be honest, I think Mazda SUVs deserve a better consideration. Thank you for your videos and I hope more variables can be taken into account and not just the same opinions as most of the other TH-cam channels (car reviews). Cheers
@@nikolayrayanov2895 Because it gets 31 - 33 mpg. Very good for a non-hybrid, it’s better looking than the Outlander, and I like it better. I have a ‘15 Rogue with 88k miles and it’s been wonderful, no issues.
I drove a Rogue and Hated it as the Controls were not Logically placed. A Stupidly Convoluted Shifter made No sense for an Automatic. DROVE IT ONCE AND NEVER AGAIN!!!🤢🤮
I absolutely love the design of the Kia Sportage. It looks luxe, stylish and really stands out with its attractive design. The interior is beautiful as well. Gorgeous car!
I've had my name on the list for a Tucson PHEV for most of this year and don't expect to get one for at least another year, maybe two. Why? Because I am only willing to take EXACTLY the trim/options/colours I want. If I'm dropping 60k on a new vehicle, I'm just not willing to compromise, y'know? Plus it wll look great in the driveway next to my Santa Cruz and we won't have to get used to a different set of controls when we flip between vehicles. LOL I'd look at a Sportage, because I agree that the interior is nicer, but my nearest dealer is over 350km in either direction. It's only 150km to my Hyundai dealer. Ah, life in small town Canada!
Cancel it. I was on a waiting list for 2 years, you'll never get the trim and colours that you want. Hyundai is all in on EV's so your phev isn't a priority to them.
@realdeal8607 I'll take my chances over a bloody Chevy or Ford or Jeep, the only nearby options. Given the history I've had with our 3 year old Chevy, I'll take my chances on walking 150km to the Hyundai dealer. Canada needs lemon laws.
I purchased a 2023 Ford Escape Platinum Hybrid about a month ago and I love it so far.It’s my first SUV as I only ever owned cars ( last one being a ‘08 Civic coupe std). What sold me on it was the way the interior was set up; plus your reviews on it. You’re right, that signal light is super quiet.. I have to look to make sure it’s on…lol. I’ll have peace of mind more now with these Saskatchewan winters.
The Ford Escape, I think, is definitely underrated, but that's better for consumers. I've been shopping, and Kia and Toyota is acting like they're selling Ferraris. I don't necessarily need to play the shopping games that the RAV4 and, especially, the Sportage requires.
@@jonj77 I was looking at the Rav 4 hybrid; but I didn’t care for the interior nor the boxy exterior look; even though Toyota has a high reliability rating. I also looked at the CRV hybrid; but I agree with Zach and that Honda is way overpriced in Canada. My ‘23 Escape is to me the perfect size with the right features that fit my needs . It was a bonus too that I got $4000 in rebates from Ford at the time that brought it down to $44,000 from $48,000.
@@DonnaBobyk Whoah! $4k rebate from Ford! That's great. Ford isn't offering much of anything for Escape Hybrids in US.... Just a 0.9% finance rate plus $500 if you finance through Ford, which is an exclellent rate. Yeah, I've driven th RAV4 many times, and it's very solid and well outfitted, but I really don't love the overall 'large' feeling. The escape was one of the first cars I've tried, and I think I need to circle back to it! I've been driving a 2012 Ford Focus hatch for 10 years, so I have a soft spot for Ford! :)
I just got my CRV Hybrid Sport Touring and paid $44,280. Dealers are charging over msrp and getting it. Couldn’t find the Touring under $44,000 anywhere and there’s still a wait to get it. I waited 6 weeks.
Just ordered our hybrid Honda CRV EX-L. We take possession at the end of November. We could have had one in 2 weeks, but we wanted to wait for a red one.
Love your channel guys. Keep providing amazing content. I am surprised that the Toyota Venza (Harrier) is not on the list. It is such an awesome vehicle with great features and outstanding fuel economy. I bought the 2023 Limited model to replace my RX and just love it. It is a real gem that most people are not aware of.
@@jayp4114sure, it's being discontinued after 2024, but why would being discontinued in the following year disqualify it from being a top pick in 2024 if there is a 2024 model?
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Retired older couple here. Not near the miles driven
You all so a GREAT JOB IN YOUR REVIEWS!Selections ranked:
1. Hyundai Tucson hybrid
2. Kia Sportage
The two above far surpassed all others Resale value is a question but not as big an issue due to time we own.
3. Toyota CROWN Signia.
Except CVT IS NEGATIVE
4. Honda crv except interior way not as good
Others way down on list:
Ford Escape noisy and bad interior, recall issues (we have a 2014 Platinum and had a 2001. Never again!)-
RAV 4: c’mon Toyota: terrible interior, noisy, awful,cvt,
With all others I agree with your assessment
Again thank you for your honesty and your reviews. Please keeps it going
Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, Mazda CX-5 and CX-30 are all that I think worth a purchase.
SUbaru are excellent cars. Honda and Toyota have proven to be the best, with Toyota as my number 1 favorite, always!
I received my Kia Sportage HEV 4 spec on 27.07.22… and it’s been flawless. Best car I’ve ever owned. Over 12,000 miles its 41 MPG (US) / 5.74 L/100km. Interior is fab, with so much more latest tech than all the other brands. With that 7 year warranty it gives extra peace of mind.
Glad you like the car, but I hope you know you're about to lose all of those gas savings on depreciation.
@@uttamgala7186 100% Wrong. My almost 2yr old car is still worth 92-95% of what I paid.
@@uttamgala7186 LOL!!
@@dac00007 Interesting.
I have a 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. Extremely happy with the way it drives, the beautiful light grey leather interior, the space, comfortable seats and the tech. Very reliable and my local Mitsubishi dealership is great. If I am doing city driving, I only refuel with gas every 2-3 months!
I'm retired and only drive local, I keep looking for new cars out of boredom! I feel people are driving less due to work at home, here in the U.S. anyway. Buying a new car used to be a fun thing to do but at today's prices and availability is driving people to keep their older cars. It's a matter of economics!
I just bought a Mazda CX-50 and I love it. The seats are extremely comfortable and i love all the features, while admittedly sacrificing a bit of fuel efficiency, even on the non-turbo trim.
I just walked into a Toyota dealership and bought a Rav4 hybrid-Prime(in Orange County, California) and I love it. I’ve driven 200 miles so far and have not used a drop of gas yet due to short trips per trip and keeping below the 42 miles plug in range. It’s been fun!
Which planet you live on ? Here in Vancouver BC most Toyota dealer won’t even let you be on the waiting list as the ETA is over 6-8 months for RAV 4, no test drive unit or demo unit either
@@ckl3814that’s because almost all hybrids and PHEV get sent to California because of the fact pretty soon that’s all they’ll be able to have
value for money is no other PHEV outlander for me. space, comfort ride, safety, reliability, S-AWC, looks, super quite and most of all less power if we want to join the GTR racing but we are not going to race we just simply go to A to B at any harsh conditions. this suv is underrated.
Top stollen - CRV. Besides crazy Canadian pricing. Off our list. Thx u folks
Crap - always gasoline in the oil
@@gyges5495 it always, had no issue for 6 yrs until it was totalled. New CRV hybrid is 2.0L for no turbo and drives great.
I have the Outlander 2023 gas trim and it is fantastic. It is not at all underpowered considering the highway speed limits of around 100km/hr in Canada. It's S-AWC works like 4x4 and is way better than conventional AWD. This is a big plus for Prairies in Canada.The vehicle is made in Japan and overall it offers great value in terms of Availability, price, features, build quality, upscale premium looking and quiet cabin with 3 rows and 10 year warranty. Please note that RAV 4 Hybrid , which is a generation old design, has a wait time of 1 year in Canada.
The Outlander PHEV AWD is even better than the petrol one :)
@@nikolayrayanov2895 Outlander PHEV is certainly the best in class. Wait time for RAV 4 Prime is 2-3 years which is terrible.
Yep - I have the Turbo Outback and it’s really solid
Back in April of this year I purchased a Toyota Crown Limited and was extremely happy with the car. Four weeks ago I was given an opportunity to purchase A Rava4 Prime. This is my first SUV and I love it! I am averaging about 47 miles to a full charge and have barely used the hybrid engine. The only downsize to the SUV is that it does have a little noise when driving at a slow speed and the interior material only comes in black. Other than that I would highly recommend that if you have the opportunity to purchase the Prime you will have no regrets,
What all did you think of the crown limited? Looking at purchasing one.
My wife just traded her 2021 RAV 4 Hybrid for a 2024 Tucson Hybrid. The RAV 4 was just noisy on the highway. The Tucson? Verrrrrrrrry quiet and now that we're retired and doing more road trips, quiet, comfortable and great mileage is most important. The Tucson works.
Thanks for sharing, my Mom loves her Tucson PHEV as well, it's been good to her, it's over 2 years old now.
The noisy Rav4 was the reason I bought my 2018 CRV hybrid but the Korean Twins reliability recently would worry me.
Passed on RAV a couple years ago- extreme road noise and spartan interior. We chose CX-5 for those and other reasons. 85k miles and not the first problem. 2nd place would be the Kia, especially with the generous warranty. We own a 19 Sorento that is super quiet, comfortable, and has been totally reliable (V6 paired with 8 speed trans). I would avoid some of the recent years of the turbo engine Kia offerings that are paired with unreliable DC trans!
I hope that it gets past 70k miles without having any mechanical issues. 🤞
@@Tom-dz6yodo you still live your cx5? What year, model (hybrid or gas) and trim did you get? Are the seats comfortable? It doesn’t feel cramped? And how is the paint holding up? Hear paint chips easy
We have two Subaru Foresters. One is 2016 and the other is 2017. The cost was just over $30,00 each which includes many good extras. Living in northern Idaho we appreciated their four wheel drive. The around town mpg was 27 and on the highway it was 33 mpg. The seating was good for the driver and front seat passenger and the granddaughters were fine in the back seats, and there was still plenty of room in the carrier area in the back. Lastly it has many safety features. We are looking forward to the forthcoming 2024/25 models which have a projected highway milage of 94 mpg, WOW!
Have you had to do any major repairs on either of them?
I ordered a RAV4 Hybrid XLE in July, 2023 and it arrived as a 2024 model in October, 2023. (I am in the US.) I love it. It is smooth and comfortable with great cargo capacity. (Only about 2 cubic feet less than my previous 2013 Highlander.) I am not currently getting the expected MPG (approximately 33 mpg average), but it is still nearly double my previous Highlander. (It has been very warm this winter and I have sticky snow tires on it, so there is a lot of friction with the road. I also have roof rails, which make the vehicle less aerodynamic. With the OEM tires this fall, I was averaging approximately 37 mpg with the roof rails on.) I would definitely order this again. My daughter has a 2023 Rav4 (non-hybrid) and she loves hers as well.
How about cabin noise?
In early November 2021 we ordered a 2022 Rav 4 Hybrid Limited. In March 2023 we got the vehicle but it wasn’t the one we had ordered. Same model, trim etc. but my wife wanted red and we got metallic gray. We had been waiting so long that this was offered because the people who had ordered a 2021 had backed out well before this one was built. The one we ordered actually showed up at the dealership in mid July. We’ve been very happy with vehicle. It’s really nice to look down at the fuel consumption number on the dash after a 4-7 km city drive and see 4.7 or even 6.4 . On 2 highway road trips 720 Kim’s each way we averaged 6:5 on the way up ( more uphills ) and 6.3 on the way back down with the Rav packed full of shopping. I’m looking forward to your report on the 2025 RAV4 Hybrid.
Just to add points to the CX-5. Extremely happy with my 2023 Carbon Edition. Not sure why seats are deemed uncomfortable? I compared several SUVs' interiors and talked to friends about their experiences. No other interior compared, at the price point I was looking for, for a brand new compact SUV. This + Safety Features were my priority.
The bottom seat cushion of the Cx-5 is narrower than most. Quickly becomes uncomfortable for some butts but not all
Agree. I keep considering the Mazda CX 5, but it's due for a facelift.
After test driving the CR-V, the RAV-4 and the CX-5 , we just bought a Sportage SX-Prestige over the weekend. For the money, I was surprised by the tech stack (although it is missing wireless CarPlay, as you guys said). The interior felt a little more "upscale" then the others although the CX-5 and the CR-V were close. This being our first Kia, lets hope it lasts!
Good luck with that hunk of junk
Not a bad call at all. The segment is super competitive, the leaders are all within what amounts to % points in terms of quality. Enjoy your new ride!
I looked at all and decided on the 2023 Mazda CX-5 Signature turbo. Fantastic vehicle, lots of power and so much fun to drive.
I think something that gets overlooked is the number of miles a person drives per year. In our case, me and the missus barely drive 9,000 miles per year on our ICE compact SUV. We'd never realize any real savings given the higher purchase price of the hybrid and plug-in.
@@wgemini4422 How it is 3 years to break even? Base Ioniq 5 is CAD $55k compared to base CRV at $37k. The difference is $18k. So more like 8 years, isn't it? Then considering electricity cost, the breakeven is more like 9 years. On an average a household would keep a car for 9-13 years only, some even less, like 7-8 years.
Agreed. We only drive 7,000 a year. Getting 34 mpg it would take 8 to 10 years to even break even. Nobody keeps a car that long.
Some people do. Plenty of cars on the road that are twenty plus years old, however, I do agree the cost savings being ten years may not be worth the instant savings
@wgemini4422 I haven't done the math in a long time. I seem to recall my break even was more like 5 to 6 years. Other factors the lack of charging stations in my rural area, the cost of upgrading my house to accommodate fast charging, and finally the cost of the electricity itself. Pricing seems all over the map and not transparent unlike a gas station's signage.
@@HALWG51 My daily driver is a 2006 RAV4 with 200K and still going strong.
You guys are amazing. Your videos were instrumental in me choosing a new vehicle, Thank you so much. Was looking for a hybrid and after research was down to the CRV and the Rav both on the list. My wife and I really loved the CRV but couldnt wrap my head around the $ 15,000 differential and new hybrid system. I took delivery of my 2024 Rav4 Hybrid XLE last week. I have to say im impressed. Im obtaining 5.5 / 100 ltr consistently. Went to visit my parents last week. Fredericton , NB to Saint John, NB Before took me $55 to $60 with my Volvo xc60. The Rav4 hybrid took $ 26
I rest my case. Again, ty so much for your content, so very helpful. Loved your from Japan series.
Wow, that's awesome, great fuel economy and I would put the XLE model as the best value trim 👍 it's priced well.
2 wk w/ Crv Touring hybrid, Love it! 35 yes w/ 7 Toyotas. But couldn't test drive one. None available for months. Lost customer 😢. Love my new Honda 35mpg.
$$$ but worth it, besides, what else am I going to enjoy at 75! Sorry kids, now I've got one I like too.
Always impressive how much info you pack into your videos. It makes for an efficient use of one's time to learn a lot in a few minutes.
Great to hear!
Thank you, glad you are enjoying them.
My son bought the 2024 Rav4 LE because reliability, reputation, resale, build quality, looks, 203 hp! The price was $31, 677.
It's comfortable, gets over 30 mpg, has a nice sound system, and it's a Toyota. Nobody makes cars better! Theoretically, he could keep this car the rest of his life. We looked all the cars and this was a no-brainer. He is very happy. I would buy one, but I'm keeping my 2005 Acura MDX. It's got 296,000 miles now and still gets 24.78 mpg! Gotta love the old MDX. They are phenomenal!
I am thinking of buying a Toyota Rav4 or a Madza CX 50 which is better 🤔
We bought the Sportage PHEV at the end of Sept. We’ve been very happy with it thus far. Our 2nd choice was the RAV4 hybrid. The Sportage looks light years ahead in the interior. The RAV4 is VERY long in the tooth… we got a good deal on it at $3k over the hybrid, $2k under MSRP.
You mention $3k over the hybrid, $2k under MSRP. so what was the final price?
You made a mistake
I'm totally in love with the Sportage EX Hybrid... Smooth, Quiet, and Comfortable on Road Trips. Also great around town if I'm doing deliveries. We get snow a few weeks out of the year, and she runs great.
We got a very nicely equipped Kia Sportage hybrid for 33 :-) we used to be an all Honda family, but they've gotten lazy and overly priced. You can get a wireless adapter for Android auto or carplay for under a hundred bucks :-) we have one it works brilliantly, and integrates nicely with the Kia system
Hi guys, Love your videos. I bought a 2024 CX-5 Premium non-turbo two months ago for my wife and she loves it! I think the uncomfortable seat issue is a thing of the past. They seem to have worked some magic for 2024 and I drove a couple 2023's as demos before purchase and notice the difference. To us they are the perfect balance of comfort and support. I've heard the same comment from other reviewers.
I noticed a difference as well in the recent CX-5 model, the seats feel more plush. I think it's a great vehicle, it just lacks space in the rear seat and cargo area for families. It's perfect for me, I love how it handles.
@@andreaspencer9813 It's perfect for us too. The kids are gone and the amount of space is more than adequate. My petite wife drove the CRV and it was just too big. I think the CX-5 is also very suited to older couples looking to down size but not lose the practicality of an SUV. Thanks for your reply!
@@paco728 I am really glad you guys are loving it, thanks for your feedback, it's always appreciated.
I have a 2023 Toyota Rav4 Trail edition with the naturally aspirated 2.5L & 8 speed automatic. I've put almost 30,000km on it since February. Drove from Saskatchewan to Ontario and back as well. The best fuel economy I got driving through the mountains and valleys in Northern Ontario was 6.3L/100km and the SUV as PACKED! It's such a well put together product. It's comfortable (I drove 12 hour days) on my latest trek, spacious enough to fit my massive drum kit, and reliable. Not one issue. HIGHLY recommended, especially the Trail trim, which can also tow 3500lbs, has a higher ground clearance, better AWD system and roof rails
Thanks for sharing this, much appreciated!
I put a deposit on a Sportage Hybrid SX Presitge in November of '22 and they told me it would be 4-6 months. A year later, it hasn't even started production yet! KIA America blew me off when I started asking questions and now just isn't responding to me. Im beyond frustrated at this point and looking to get something else.
Thank you for making these videos, maybe I'll actually be able to get one of the ones recommended here!
I just bought a Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and very happy with the car. CRVs and RAV4s may age better but to me they are dull, I love the Tucson’s edginess. Also the 5 yr warranty only one here worth mentioning.
Tucson Hybrid is great! I think it was my favorite as I've been shopping, but the softer seats was causing me some comfort issues. For me, I need firmer seats. If those seats were just a bit firmer, I'd be driving a Tucson.
I test drove the japanese csuvs here and found that i was getting better usable cabin space in a sedan.. the higher ride height dont hurt though. Rav 4 hybrid was the best value proposition. Im in canada btw.
My first choice would have been the RAV4 Prime but given its unavailability I bought a 2023 OutLander PHEV and I am very satisfied.
Same here. Hyundai kept giving me the run around, I was on hold for 2 years, so I told them to piss off and got an Outlander.
I think that's a great move. I'm think about the Outlander too. Nice
@thesuncollective1475 If it's in your budget then go for it. I typically go once a month for gas now, approx 1000kms.
Same and loving it. My only issue was the gas mileage on highway road trips....its a gas guzzler!
How many km on average if mostly highway driving? And has your electricity bill gone up?
I got 2024 Hyundai Tucson hybrid after watching your reviews. I love it. I heard hyundai will updating to have wireless carplay and android. Hopefully soon.😊
Forester is the most logical/sensible SUV of all, especially for seniors.
If you see this message, I'd love to know why it's better for seniors in your opinion.
I would say the awesome visibility.
Luv your channel especially the price comparison for
USA and CANADA.
I haven't found other car reviews that has price comparison.
Great pair!!
Sportage PHEV! I love everything about it. Great interior.
Love your show, it is so much fun. Why is availability (or lack of availability) of the cars that you review is not part of your assessment. Availability of the cars is now a major part of buyers decision to opt for one car or another. Thanks and keep up the excellent job 😊
have a new Rav4 hybrid ...love it....the actual milage is closer to 5l/100k after it is broken in now...toyota is king of the hybrids! and will last for years to come!
Good to know, thanks for sharing!
Just bought a 24 Forester Sport and I love it. My first Subi-Doo.. I never had an interest in a hybrid vehicle... matter of fact, I don't know a singe person that has one. Im 55 and this is my forever car. Just paid off my new Ford F350 dually and that's my forever truck. Getting stuff in order before retirement. Hopefully the Subi-Doo will last awhile.
We have a 21 Forester Touring which we love. We now have 46K miles and it gets a very nice combined city/highway mileage of 30.3-31.
As always an excellent video. My Choice is the Kia Sportage, I've had mine for over a year and it is now it's an outstanding vehicle with not one issue. I have the hybrid SX prestige,outstanding vehicle with not one issue., and I get on average 40 miles to the gallon which is more than what is listed. Very happy with it.
That's crazy, I've been waiting a year and they haven't even started production on mine yet. I'm looking for something else to replace my 17 year old Civic
@@Heolfrigit’ll be worth the wait. Had my Sportage HEV 4 (UK spec) since July 2022, 12,000 miles for combined 41 MPG (US). It’s been flawless, amazing interior & tech, best car ever owned.
Oh thanks for that information. I am looking now that you give a good review I will look at this one
CX-50/CX5 aren't on the top list have made the list very surprising. I agreed its small inside. But their driving experience and interior quality are superior to all the others, especially with that sweet 2.5T engine.
I am a huge fan of both the CX-5 and CX-50, fantastic vehicles, but they don't work for everyone, they are small and while I like the engaging drive with a firmer suspension and heavier steering, some don't. I also think a hybrid is needed.
I made another comment saying similar things. The drive experience is spectacular. I do think their reasoning goes back to who is the target audience for compact SUVs and does it serve them the best? I still think CX5 should have been in the top 5 especially over kia or Hyundai based on reliability alone.
@@Ari_G73 I am a huge fan of the CX-5, but space is an issue in this model. I speak to many viewers daily about buying vehicles and although they love the CX-5 for its wonderful handling it doesn't work for them space wise. JD Power gives the Sportage a reliability score of 88/100, that's tough to beat.
@andreaspencer9813 your reasoning is understandable. I've just seen too many bad experiences with kia and Hyundai amongst my friends and (more so for kia) really shady dealer practices and blocking ext warranty work
I respect the position in the video though I disagree with it based on my own perspective. Thank you
@@Ari_G73 I totally understand and both brands have a dark past when it comes to reliability.
I'd still buy the Mazda CX-5 everyday and twice on Sunday. Drives like a BMW, as reliable as a Toyota and prettier than any of these. I steal my daughter's to drive over my SQ8 often...it's that fun!
Hey everyone! 2016 Rogue 110,000 miles I’m reading everyone’s reviews on suvs. My mechanic informed me to think about purchasing/trade my Rogue before 150,000. He’s heard of 2 many problems. Nissan recalled our key fob closing whilst driving, causing collision. They inserted a pin was the conclusion. Wow was shooting towards a 4 Runner.
Your mechanic is smart! The Rouge is a money pit, and Nissan cheaped out on the CVT transmission. Dump it now!!
I purchased the 2023 limited Subaru Forester it’s a great value and I don’t drive that much to spend the extra money on a hybrid. Also maintenance is cheap.
2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid LX would be my choice. 43 mpg, quick acceleration, and has lots of leg room and rear storage.
I just can’t believe how expensive these small SUVs are. 10 years ago each these type of vehicles were at lest $5000 less, if not more. Crazy how everything costs so much nowadays
Ive had 2 Stingers. 1 with the 4 cylander, one with the 3.3 turbo. The fuel pump in the 4 cylinder went at 40k mikes. They replaced it same day no issue. The 3.3 runs great. Only issue is tge make the end of the dipstick plastic and it broke. They originally wanted to charge me for a dipstick, but eventually ordered the $35 part
Looking at the price difference between the gas models and hybrid models, about $5000. The battery ones up to $14000 difference. Buy the gas models, there more available and you can buy an awful lot of gas for the money you save. Really, an awful lot of gas. Think people!
All hybrids have batteries, the higher price premium is for the plug-in versions. The hybrids may have additional premium features compared to the gas models which contributes to the price difference.
The extra in Canada for say the RAV4 is $2,800 ($2,100) depending on the price of gas, which generally goes up every year and how much you drive a year, the breakeven point is about 3 years. For the PHEV, I don’t think there is a reasonable pay back period.
@@foxlake6750 good points, however hybrid availability and price premium varies by market, along with fuel prices. I remember years ago Ford was selling the Escape hybrid at the same price as the gas versions
Love ❤️ it strait to the point 👍
The RAV4 Hybrid is the only one worth buying. The others are not. Problem is, you can't get a Rav 4 hybrid in a reasonable time. Best to buy the gas versions if you must have a CUV.@@foxlake6750
Thanks for your video from your list and for real we just have bought the Mitsubishi outlander PHEV we we gonna take the vehicle in a few days and it looks fantastic. ❤
My mom owns a Kia Sorento and it wasn’t until i was washing her car one day that I found to her surprise a hidden away rear wiper. It was not turned on, so she turned it on in the car and she’s been really happy with that feature! Also what you said about the gas hybrid Rav4, Whilst i will always stick with toyota for reliability and fuel economy , it’s crazy how loud it was inside of a corolla hatchback i rode in compared to my 2005 chevy malibu. Toyotas doors also feel very thin and cheap, although built well.
She doesn’t play with features so she didn’t know until i saw it. Things are only common knowledge once you know them
No airbags in third row makes it a deal breaker for me.
@@Tellyawhat4 That is a good reason I had never considered! Although i’d be more worried about the rear leg room. As a 6’0 adult.. the third row seats are begging for you to upgrade to a telluride or something of that weight class.
I got a Kia Sportage (gas) a few weeks ago, and I love it! The ride is so smooth, and it's very spacious and luxurious inside.
The Korean twins are definitely top of class when it comes to features, tech, & interiors and overall performance. I especially love their blind spot mirror cameras. Reliability may be an issue for those who keep their cars beyond 5 yrs & 50,000 miles, less of a concern for those who don't .
I'm on my 3rd Outback & love the size and the way it drives. Only problem has been poor 12V batteries on my 2015 & 2022; both had to be replaced in the 3rd year.
In 3-5 yrs when I'm in the market, I'll definitely be giving the HEVs a hard look!
My 2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback had the same issue. I had to replace the battery at 22K miles (4yrs). The problem is that the ORMs are putting crappy batteries in their cars. I bought I superior battery that’s gonna last double the time. Thankfully ICE car batteries are inexpensive.
Disappointed .. you have not mentioned my 4top ones I am considering.. Kia Soul;
Subaru Crosstrek and Mazda CX-30; Buick Encore GX !! Thank You for your channel, very helpful !
Don't know if it's an area shortage type of thing, but in the Phoenix metro area I just did a search for Tucson SEL hybrids and got 26 available. While I like the look of the Kia Sportage a bit better, the Kia dealers were all a pain to even get to talk with you. I've heard they are still doing market adjustments and loading up dealer addons. Anyway, I went with the Tucson SEL hybrid at Ken Garff Hyundai in Surprise and it was on their lot for sale. Got it for MSRP (plus the usual tax, title, doc, license fees) with minimal negotiation. No market adjustment and no dealer addons were charged. So far I really love this car. I have a Mazda MX-5 and love that one for drive-ability (not comfort, lol), so I did try sitting in a CX5 but those seats are just way too hard. Dunno who designs this crap, but I don't think sporty has to equate to uncomfortable, at least in a SUV. Thanks for all the info you guys provide!
Generally speaking, I've found Kia dealers to be the most unpleasant, and I've been to MANY car dealerships over the past two months. They're acting like they're selling blocks of gold. In reality, they're selling mass market cars that may be somewhat worse than a lot of their competitors, but that look cool.
I own a 2007 Honda CR-V with 145,800 miles. I really like my little CR-V. I need to buy another car in a year or two and trying to decide which compact SUV to choose. Thank you for your video. I still think my favorite is the Honda CR-V.
SO happy you guys included the Outlander in the top 5 list! The CX-5 is LUXURY, compared to all the others. (I mean, just look at the fact that the trunk is carpeted and the others aren't) But, I get why it didn't make the top 5. And, surprised the Rogue is not in the list, especially with its new, 3-cylinder turbo engine.
Technically the Rogue was on the list, the Outlander is a Rogue underneath.(Nissan and Mitsu combinded to make this)
@@paultomaszewski1964 Didn't think of it that way. True!
For me I just look at the numbers and under the skin. PHEV AWD:Toyota,Hyundai-Kia, Mitsubishi.
Hybrid AWD :Toyota, Honda, Hyundai-Kia. Well done!
Outlander for me, named the safest SUV for 2023 by U.S News and it won top 10 interiors of 2021, one of the quietest in its class plus the legendary S-AWC with Active YAW Control.
Mitsubishi is junk.
@@JeffSpehar-ov1cn I've owned one and it's 30 years old and still runs like new, my friends Hilux has DPF issues already, I've seen several Corollas with CVT issues and even some new Tundras have waste gate issues, the new RAV4 Prime has a recall already.
I'm all in on the Outlander as well. It's reliability is good. Its interior and safety are excellent. It has good performance. It's bigger than the rest on this list. The third row is tiny, but when you only have it for the occasional use that's still very handy.
The only issue is the (relative to hybrids/PHEVs) poor efficiency when on gas. If you can primarily keep to electric then it's a fantastic car.
It’s ugly looking.
RAV-4 Could use a total redesign....
AMEN!
Why? Maybe some sound deadening.
Rav 4 is dated and ugly
@@tdvols Actually I liked the older body with spare on the back door. Those had some character while the "new" ones are kind of a plastic soap tray vibe.
RAV4 --frumpy, gas model is definitely noisy. Agree with you there.
Noticed no map pockets on back of front seats. tacked on lcd middle display and ugly seat upholstery.
Just bought a Hyundai Tucson Limited. Love it. Take a look at the Tucson. It will surprise you. Have owned Toyotas for the last 25 years and traded in a 2017 RAV 4 in on the Tucson.
Tucson PHEV Ultimate - Bought with 6500 rebate, cheaper than most hybrids. After 20k, I've 2l/100km gas consumption, not a single complaint!
I love the “easy start” feature of the Hyundai and Kia cars! Evidently the kids do as well!
I absolutely love the Mazda, CX five, have a 2021 and going to buy a 2024, no complaints for us on this vehicle. It’s been absolutely impeccable and it drives beautifully, we’re just sticking with the gas version, and the base model, which we had before, save tons of money in sticker price right there.
Thank you for including the Mitsubishi Outlander. I totally agree the petrol version is not very interesting, but the PHEV is amazing. It's almost as good with range as the Toyota RAV4 Prime, but it's actually available, you don't have to wait a year or two to get it.
Also the Rav4 Prime torque is mostly on its front wheels and the AWD is sort of meh... The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV AWD is much much better.
We are really impressed with the PHEV as well, what an excellent option.
Thanks a lot for your videos, I have been following you for almost 4years and I love you both. My choice goons be Kia Sportage PHeV cause in overall it’s the best choice.
I chose the Subaru Crosstrek for 4 reasons: Reliability, Price, Gas Mileage and it comes in one of my favorite colors. Orange. 🥰
Well done. No ranking just plain top 5 plus honourable mentions. Excellent.
We had a 2015, 2017, and 2021 Honda crv-exl. Lease is coming due, and since new crv is increased so much in price, taking second look at Mazda cx5, cx50, or Subaru outback. Don’t go off-roading. Just two Atlantic Canada seniors that want smooth, comfortable ride, non-hybrid, , memory seats, heated steering wheel and heated seats, don’t need to pay more for sunroof. We like the height of suv rather than sedan. Any recommendation in this classification.
I’m sorry but I don’t think Mazda is “non-luxury..” their brand image, aesthetics, and target audience doesn’t match up with the mass market status. Mazda is more of a premium offering and what sets them apart is their dedication to performance and quality. Not many economical brands can say the same. And on top of all that, Mazda is a standalone brand. Immediate respect..
What car are you guys sitting in? Looks so nice
Your videos are super helpful. Thank you!
I'm looking forward to Subaru and Mazda introducing hybrid on its SUVs. Also, would like to see CRV prices going down because 50K+ CAD is not worth for an SUV segment. Full EVs are just hovering around that price.
Mazda is sooo behind! They really missed the boat w/ hybrid powertrains, but imagine they'll start catching up w/in the next year or two.
I rented a 2024 CRV Hybrid Touring for an 8-day trip in the maritimes and did about 2100 Km on it. I now have about 18K on my 2023 Rogue. If I was buying again, my top 4 would still be the Rogue, CX-50, Tiguan and CRV. Hard to say what I'd pick now. The CRV feels more well put together, solid, handles WAY better than the Rogue, has a little more space and it's quiet. The transmission felt and sounded like it was going to explode going up and down the hills in the Cabot Trail, but the Rogue wouldn't do much better I imagine. Fuel economy was 6.9L over our 2100 KM and around 9.9L through the hilly Cabot Trail. My Rogue is at 8.1L over our year of owning it and I've hyper-miled down to 5.1L on a 300Km trip so the 'no hybrid' option is a meaningless argument IMO. We routinely get 750 - 800km per tank which is about the same in the CRV and the Rogue Platinum is 3K cheaper than the cheapest CRV hybrid.
You get more features in the Rogue Platinum for the same price as the CRV sport, but the features are basically the same if compared to the Hybrid Touring: wireless carplay, heated rear seats, pano roof and more. Pro-pilot is much better than the CRV system as well. The Rogue's seats are more comfortable, but the CRVs are pretty good too, and they are more supportive. Interior usability is the same, both are great since they have hard buttons/knobs. The interior materials in the Rogue are better, but we have the tan interior which I like better than all black.
We did see a current gen Rogue on melted on the side of the road in New Brunswick so my wife said "time to sell it..." so when my CVT explodes, the CRV will cruise silently by laughing all the way to a million KMs without breaking a sweat. Understandable why the CRV makes the top 1 or 2 in all comparisons, it seems to split the difference between the comfort of the Rogue and the handling of the CX-50, but the Hybrid Touring is 8K more than our Rogue Platinum. The biggest knock in the Rogue is the handling, it is not confidence inspiring as it's too loose and jiggly, the CRV was very much a tall sports car and a joy to drive around the twisties out east.
All this said, it's so hard to pick something in this segment, all of these choices are really good. I prioritized comfort, features and usability, otherwise I'd be picking between the CRV and CX-50.
I'm surprised CX5 only achieved honorable mention status given how glowing the review was but I get the size questions especially if you have a young family with dogs etc.
For us we have the 2024 cx5 signature and our family of 4 fits fine and works great for trips. Though no toddlers and pets.
Agree. I would take the CX-5 over anything on this list, hybrid or not. Kia powertrains are junk. The CRV and Rav 4 if you need more room. Too each their own. :)
@dad242 my big issue with the crv and why it was a no go for me was two fold. I really don't like the interior and the 1.5T sounds like a dying elephant when mated with their cvt.
@@dad242 I would also take the CX-5 for its engaging drive if I didn't need the space in the rear seat and cargo area. Best in class in my opinion for handling but falls short in other areas unfortunately. BTW JD Power gives the Sportage a reliability score of 88/100.
I have a 2023 CX 5 signature. The price was $47,000 and very comfortable and near luxury interior. Just just 2 of us now and drive about 15,000 klm per year. I can by a whole bunch of gas for $15000.
@@andreaspencer9813pretty sure JD calculate reliability by "money spent for repairs by owner". This means they don't count the 3 times a Hyundai/kia owner may need his engine or transmission replaced completely while under warranty. I have to say their warranty is awesome if you enjoy driving courtesy cars or if you don't plan on keeping your car past the end of the warranty. Hence why you see ppl recommend against buying a used/older kia/Hyundai unlike Japanese brands.
We just leased a '24 Tucson Preferred, and it DOES have a power liftgate. It would be a great car even without that feature!
Im curious what you guys did for a living prior to making this channel. The videos are very professional. And you both come off very relaxed and natural. I cannot even leave a voice message without sounding weird.
We both used to be radio broadcasters.
@@andreaspencer9813 Makes sense. Great channel.
@@Ktheodoss Thank you, glad you are enjoying it!
Andrea, which would you & Zach say is the quietest cabin, need power passenger seat. Do any besides the CX5 have a heads-up display. We need a lot of back seat room. Sportage looks like it has. I haven't looked at the Hyundai Tuscon Yet. I really like the CX5 except no hybrid & small. My hubby does alot of driving. Love your videos.
Wow, one of the first times I disagree with you guys. The CX-50 should have been compared vs the CX-5 and the Tiguan R-Line should have been in the mix. I drove all that you mentioned with the exception of the Mitsubitchy and Hyundai (we were trading our 2016 Hyundai in) and the prices were all around 37-39k. The VW Tiguan R-Line was our pick hands down even though we ended up getting the Honda. Personally, I am not sold on the Hybrid craze and prefer the other motor options. The battery situation is never discussed and costs down the road need to be discussed. Keep up the great reviews, Thanks
None of those offer more fuel efficient models...
We like how the Tiguan handles and the space it offers but JD Power gives it a reliability of score of 73/100 which is a concern.
2018 was a 73. 2019-2024 shows an average of 78. JD Powers also rates a jeep at 81 in the same category..Im laughing on that one. @@andreaspencer9813
Why didn't you get the CX50?
It was loud on the hwy...but to be fair one dealership didnt have any and the other had 2 and one was the meridian edition w awd tires. She was frustrated being our 5th dealership and didn't want to wait till the other CX-50 came back in. She ended up getting the Honda CR-V Hybrid cause of fuel mileage and she drives about 35k per year. Going home It was equally loud on the hwy. My pick was still the Tiguan R-Line. Same cost, premium interior and drove best, quiet and just felt premium vs all the others. Fuel mileage was the same as the Cx-50. @@overundersidewaysdown
Just got a CX-5 Signature. I’m on the side of wanting more of something that can be an appliance - but also can still put a grin on my face when I drive it. Of them all it’s the only that’s got an actual soul 😂 and no it’s not as big as it’s competitors but it’s big enough to tackle all the other use cases the others can tackle (minus the 3 row Mitsu). It just feels well built almost German luxury like attention to detail, older tech yes but also proven and reliable. It won’t win the fuel economy debate or the space debate but it’ll win the most smiles debate with ease. That’s why it won my purchase.
Great choices for sure. My top pick is the Sportage Phev, my girlfriend has been waiting for a year for one here in Victoria. Good news is she will now get a 2024, hopefully! Rav 4, Tuscon, Outlander, CRV, would be my ranking. Love your reviews.
Thank you so much for watching and we are really glad you are enjoying our reviews. My Mom owns the Tucson PHEV because the Sportage wasn't out yet, it's two years old now and she absolutely loves it. Your girlfriend will be really happy with the Sportage PHEV. My Mom really loves not going to the gas station.
I have owned a 2016 Tucson TD since new and love it. Would hesitate to buy DCT petrol hybrid, much prefer CVT. Probably RAV4 next.
I have tried them all because I was looking for a SUV. It all about compromise. I would love a car with the headroom/interior of the CRV, the look of the Sportage and the hybrid system of the RAV4. Hopefully the refresh 2025 RAV 4 will be like that.
Toyota is probably about a year late in redesigning the RAV4, but it still sells sells sells, so they probably don't care too much. I'm sure the new RAV4 will bring it more in line w/ the competition. Definitley wouldn't mind seeing a style more in-line w/ the new prius.
Hyundai has announced all their newer models from Hyundai, Kia and Genesis will be getting a software update to enable wireless CarPlay)AA. It is rolling out in Europe but not North America yet.
For me Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2023 consistently gave 6.7L/100KM when battery depleted which is way better than official numbers ! Not sure why Mitsubishi over stated the mpgs, have made plenty of long trip with resetting stats on dashboard. Overall I spent $350CAD (inclusive of ev charge cost) for 7000KMs so far @ 3.8L/100KM super happy with purchase !
That's it? My turbo cx 5 gets around 6.1 L
@@smok3sho587I do have a 23 CX 5 Signature and you won’t get 6.1l/100km. Stop that BS.
@@smok3sho587 well you test drive the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2023+ and then we can debate, atleast I had driven CX5 never seen that mileage however even if it is true for such a big SUV compared to CX5 and steering, suspension, luxury, 2nd row space, silent ride, power it offered no par ! on the other hand I do agree Mazda's too a good Japanese company and it earned its own fanbase.
small suv 6.1 vs relatively big suv is lots different..keeping the 2 extra seat for short trips or cargo space apart.
@realdeal8607 5.5% and CAD5000 rebate with some discount out the door I paid 61grand for top of the line trim GT premium white with black roof ! Again pricing is subjective even I have seen people got cars for $2000, EOD it makes subjective and difference on what you are looking for !
Atleast here I have an option to save money with EV charging 80 KM average range upto 3 months I no need to visit petrol pump for city commute.
After test driving the hybrid models of the RAV4, Tucson and Sportage, I’d go w the Sportage first, then the Tucson. I like the look of 26:07 the Outlander, but don’t think the reliability is there. Rejected the RAV4 due to the CVT noise and utilitarian inside finishes.
Thanks again for the great review!!
Excellent informative video 🚗🚙.
Good job 👍🏻 👍🏻 👩🦳👱♂️.
I will go with Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 😊❤✅.
I'll pass on those and keep my CX-5 👍
I recently test drove everything in the compact group and ended up keeping my 2020 CX5 Signature with low miles. All others still drove like an appliance. The Rav 4 Hybrid was appealing for it's mpg & tech. Honda - better all around quality. After all set and done I just kept the Mazda. Waiting for the CX70.
Overrated
Me too ill pass and keep my Blazer RS with 308 horsepower it's the best small suv ever.
No CX 50????
Too small cargo and backseats..Shame
Well thank for the review. I need to make my decision. I think I am going for the Kia Sportage. I have the crv not a good choice for me. Which one would you suggest for a 5 ft
I have a Forester and love it but Subaru is way behind on bringing electrification. My daughter has a Kia Sportage Hybrid and I love it. Beautiful interior, super quiet (certainly over my Forester) and plenty of power and the screen size and tech is fantastic.
Hoping Subaru is going to announce a 2025 Forester Hybrid soon.
Subaru is small company that has little resources in comparison to other automakers. Toyota Hybrid/EV tech will eventually trickle down into their cars.
@@limitedreach4446 Absolutely, Subaru has told me that. They are too small to do it on their own,.
I love my Impreza. Yes it’s a bit small but fun to drive and a real bear in the Alberta winter. The safety rating is excellent and my dealer is great. It would be great if there was a hybrid but I’m happy with what I have.
@@heatherireland2810for their subcompact class, Imprezas are surprisingly space efficient. Same or better passenger room and total cargo capacity as the compact V60, Q5, RX and GLC. I’m loving my ‘24 RS.
I just got my 2024 Honda CRV Sport Touring L Hybrid for $38,200 ( Out-the-door $41,800 incl: Tax, title, Document fees included ). This is the first time my wife ever told me that she loves a car, surprising, because she’s not a car person. Usually, to her they are appliances, but this time it’s different. Honda may not be the best at any one performance area, but overall, they’re best for our total experience, and satisfaction. Color us happy.
What no cx-5? The reliability of some mentioned is questionable…
I love your videos and I’m a great fan of your reviews. However, I think the CX-5 and CX-50 are better than many of your options. I agree your choices have personal opinions and preferences but you can’t just say it’s better because it has no electrification available . I’ve tried to purchase a RAV4 hybrid but the waiting times are still crazy. I tried to get its gas version instead but when compare it with the CX-50, I found more value in my money with Mazda. I had a CH-R before and gas consumption is slightly more with the CX-50 but for the same money, I’m getting more than the RAV4.
Hope you can add the reality aspects of purchasing a vehicle for the long term and not just initial thoughts as everyone does in the car reviewing channels. I’ve tested all the vehicles listed and to be honest, I think Mazda SUVs deserve a better consideration.
Thank you for your videos and I hope more variables can be taken into account and not just the same opinions as most of the other TH-cam channels (car reviews).
Cheers
Nissan Rogue is underrated. Fuel efficient, great tech, quality interior & plenty of cargo space.
Same as the Outlander, no PHEV option. Why bother?
@@nikolayrayanov2895 Because it gets 31 - 33 mpg. Very good for a non-hybrid, it’s better looking than the Outlander, and I like it better. I have a ‘15 Rogue with 88k miles and it’s been wonderful, no issues.
@@mikehagen2067 looks is very subjective.
I drove a Rogue and Hated it as the Controls were not Logically placed. A Stupidly Convoluted Shifter made No sense for an Automatic. DROVE IT ONCE AND NEVER AGAIN!!!🤢🤮
@@FranBushardt Calm down.
I have a 2024 Kia Soul and I love how quite it is on the highway. great purchase for me.
Hopefully Zach and Andrea will make a separate top five EV compact SUV list...
Yes we will! 👍
I absolutely love the design of the Kia Sportage. It looks luxe, stylish and really stands out with its attractive design. The interior is beautiful as well. Gorgeous car!
I've had my name on the list for a Tucson PHEV for most of this year and don't expect to get one for at least another year, maybe two. Why? Because I am only willing to take EXACTLY the trim/options/colours I want. If I'm dropping 60k on a new vehicle, I'm just not willing to compromise, y'know? Plus it wll look great in the driveway next to my Santa Cruz and we won't have to get used to a different set of controls when we flip between vehicles. LOL I'd look at a Sportage, because I agree that the interior is nicer, but my nearest dealer is over 350km in either direction. It's only 150km to my Hyundai dealer. Ah, life in small town Canada!
Cancel it. I was on a waiting list for 2 years, you'll never get the trim and colours that you want. Hyundai is all in on EV's so your phev isn't a priority to them.
@realdeal8607 I'll take my chances over a bloody Chevy or Ford or Jeep, the only nearby options. Given the history I've had with our 3 year old Chevy, I'll take my chances on walking 150km to the Hyundai dealer. Canada needs lemon laws.
I purchased a 2023 Ford Escape Platinum Hybrid about a month ago and I love it so far.It’s my first SUV as I only ever owned cars ( last one being a ‘08 Civic coupe std). What sold me on it was the way the interior was set up; plus your reviews on it. You’re right, that signal light is super quiet.. I have to look to make sure it’s on…lol. I’ll have peace of mind more now with these Saskatchewan winters.
The Ford Escape, I think, is definitely underrated, but that's better for consumers. I've been shopping, and Kia and Toyota is acting like they're selling Ferraris. I don't necessarily need to play the shopping games that the RAV4 and, especially, the Sportage requires.
@@jonj77 I was looking at the Rav 4 hybrid; but I didn’t care for the interior nor the boxy exterior look; even though Toyota has a high reliability rating. I also looked at the CRV hybrid; but I agree with Zach and that Honda is way overpriced in Canada. My ‘23 Escape is to me the perfect size with the right features that fit my needs . It was a bonus too that I got $4000 in rebates from Ford at the time that brought it down to $44,000 from $48,000.
@@DonnaBobyk Whoah! $4k rebate from Ford! That's great. Ford isn't offering much of anything for Escape Hybrids in US....
Just a 0.9% finance rate plus $500 if you finance through Ford, which is an exclellent rate.
Yeah, I've driven th RAV4 many times, and it's very solid and well outfitted, but I really don't love the overall 'large' feeling. The escape was one of the first cars I've tried, and I think I need to circle back to it!
I've been driving a 2012 Ford Focus hatch for 10 years, so I have a soft spot for Ford! :)
I can't believe how we get screwed in Canada on pricing.
I don't know if it could possibly be how the government spends money and how high taxes are in Canada could it?
I just got my CRV Hybrid Sport Touring and paid $44,280. Dealers are charging over msrp and getting it. Couldn’t find the Touring under $44,000 anywhere and there’s still a wait to get it. I waited 6 weeks.
The CR-V Hybrid is very popular, it's a Honda, it's a hybrid and you can get one.
There’s a lot of inventory for the touring in Houston. The Sport-L was difficult to find though.
Of those five, I would have to join Zack and go for the Sportage
Just ordered our hybrid Honda CRV EX-L. We take possession at the end of November. We could have had one in 2 weeks, but we wanted to wait for a red one.
Love your channel guys. Keep providing amazing content. I am surprised that the Toyota Venza (Harrier) is not on the list. It is such an awesome vehicle with great features and outstanding fuel economy. I bought the 2023 Limited model to replace my RX and just love it. It is a real gem that most people are not aware of.
It has also been discontinued by Toyota.
@@jayp4114no it has not , they just released the 2024 model
@@emilyseifriz4601it’s being discontinued. 2024 is the last model. Being replaced by the Crown Signia.
@@jayp4114sure, it's being discontinued after 2024, but why would being discontinued in the following year disqualify it from being a top pick in 2024 if there is a 2024 model?
The Venza is mid-size and not compact.