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2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid: More Power, Way Less Drama
Saison 13 · Épisode 526
mercredi 30 septembre 2026 • Durée 37:29
This week, we share our first impressions of the 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid—the first hybrid version of Kia's popular three-row SUV. We discuss its 329-hp hybrid powertrain, improved fuel economy, quiet and comfortable ride, controls, front-seat comfort, and how it compares with the closely related Hyundai Palisade Hybrid. Plus, we answer an audience question about choosing a luxurious, fuel-efficient three-row SUV for long highway trips.
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0:00 - Intro
00:47 - 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid Overview
03:30 - Hybrid Powertrain
08:13 - Telluride Hybrid vs. Hyundai Palisade Hybrid
09:56 - Low-Speed Hybrid Hiccups and Transmission Behavior
12:43 - Fuel Economy: 31 MPG vs. 20 MPG
13:43 - Ride Comfort, Handling, and Wheel Size
15:46 - Interior Storage and Everyday Usability
16:54 - Climate Controls and Infotainment
20:57 - Roomy Cabin, Convenient Features, and Door Handles
23:00 - Front-Seat Comfort and Driving Position
27:32 - Which Hyundai/Kia Three-Row SUV Would We Choose?
30:55 - Audience Question: Best Luxury Three-Row SUV for Long Commutes
Consumer Reports experts: Mike Monticello, Joe Veselak, Jeff Bartlett
Selling Your Car Privately, Fuel Stabilizer in a PHEV, When Is CR Testing a VinFast?
Saison 13 · Épisode 525
mercredi 23 septembre 2026 • Durée 27:25
In this all-questions episode of Talking Cars, our experts answer questions on selling a used car online, how to get the most life out of directional tires, storing fuel in a plug-in hybrid, how hybrid engines work, and more. Plus, the rear-wiper saga continues, and we explain why most rear wipers are mounted below the glass on vehicle hatches. Have a question for our experts? Send it to TalkingCars@iCloud.com to be featured on a future episode.
SHOW NOTES:
0:00 - Intro
1:16 - Question #1 (video): How to sell your car online
6:39 - Question #2: What's the best strategy to get the most mileage out of directional tires?
8:39 - Question #3: Should you use fuel stabilizer in a PHEV?
11:10 - Question #4 (video): What is the Atkinson cycle and how does it work?
16:54 - Question #5: Will CR ever buy and test a VinFast?
22:17 - Question #6: Why are rear-mounted wipers attached to the bottom of the rear glass?
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 PHEV Is Great—but Is It $50,000 Great?
Saison 13 · Épisode 524
mercredi 16 septembre 2026 • Durée 50:10
On this week's episode, we share our first impressions of the 2026 Toyota RAV4 PHEV and explore whether the plug-in hybrid is worth its sizable price premium. With up to 54 miles of electric range, 324 horsepower, impressive fuel economy, and no EV range anxiety, it may be the most versatile RAV4 yet—but it still has a few frustrating compromises. Plus, we answer an audience question about whether a reliable, high-mileage vehicle is a smart choice for a teen driver.
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0:00 - Intro
0:37 Overview: 2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid
1:23 Is the PHEV Worth It?
6:14 Electric Range and Efficiency
9:31 Charging at Home
13:07 Ride and Handling
15:36 Acceleration and Power
19:15 Controls and Technology
27:02 Interior and Comfort
31:59 Reliability
35:45 Final Verdict
42:43 Viewer Question: Are High-Mileage Cars Safe for Teens?
Say It to Me Seltos: First Impressions of the 2027 Kia Seltos
Saison 13 · Épisode 523
mercredi 9 septembre 2026 • Durée 30:54
On this week's episode, we share our first impressions of the redesigned 2027 Kia Seltos, Kia's least expensive SUV. Its roomy interior, comfortable ride, bold styling, and user-friendly controls make it feel surprisingly mature—but the sluggish 147-hp base engine is a major disappointment. We discuss whether the pricey turbo is worth the upgrade or if buyers should wait for the upcoming hybrid. Plus, we answer an audience question about balancing the financial benefits of keeping an older car with the safety improvements found in newer models.
Consumer Reports experts: Alex Knizek, Jeff Bartlett, John Williams
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0:00 - Intro
00:37 Overview: 2027 Kia Seltos
02:12 Mature Subcompact SUV
04:26 Ride Comfort and Handling
07:20 The Engine
08:43 Is the Turbo Worth it?
09:58 Upcoming Hybrid
12:39 Infotainment
14:23 Climate Controls and Interior Design Quirks
18:13 Door Handles
20:27 Interior Space, Cargo Room, and Rear Seats
22:12 Seat Comfort and Head Restraint Problems
25:29 Interior Quality
27:22 Audience Question: When Should You Replace an Older Car?
Is the 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland EV the Golden Child of the Toyota-Subaru Marriage?
Saison 13 · Épisode 522
mercredi 2 septembre 2026 • Durée 43:29
On this week's episode, we share our first impressions of the 2026 Toyota BZ Woodland, a 375-hp all-wheel-drive EV that promises more space, extra ground clearance, and a little off-road attitude. But is the Woodland really built for the wilderness—or is it better thought of as a quick, practical electric station wagon? We discuss its surprising acceleration, EPA-rated range, cargo area, infotainment and controls, and overly sensitive driver-monitoring system. Plus, we answer an audience question about why cars don't have automatic rain-sensing rear wipers, which turned into a debate over whether cars really need rear windshield wipers at all.
Join CR at https://CR.org/joinviaYT to access our comprehensive ratings for items you use every day. CR is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit organization.
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0:00 - Intro
00:36 Overview: 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland
01:18 What Does "Woodland" Actually Mean?
03:35 Toyota and Subaru's Growing EV Family
04:47 Performance
06:05 Interior Quality, Controls, and Usability
09:24 Driving Position and Storage
12:05 Cargo Space
14:13 Is the bZ Woodland an Electric Subaru Outback?
15:53 Toyota's Infotainment
18:20 Instrument Cluster
21:09 Phone Connectivity
24:40 All-Terrain Tires
25:19 Are "Off-Road" Trims Worth It?
I Bought 171 Cars for Consumer Reports. Here's What I Learned.
Saison 13 · Épisode 521
mercredi 26 août 2026 • Durée 52:26
On this week's episode, after 30 years and roughly $6 million spent buying cars for Consumer Reports, Mike Quincy shares his best car-buying advice, worst dealership experiences, and the tricks and fees buyers should watch out for. Plus, a surprise guest drops in to help send him off before he takes one final ride into retirement.
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0:00 - Intro
00:41 – Mike Quincy's Last Ride
02:08 – 171 Cars and $6 Million: Mike's Car-Buying Career
04:48 – The Most Memorable Cars Mike Bought
08:27 – How Car Buying Has Changed Over the Years
13:28 – What's Better—and Worse—About Buying a Car Today
16:00 – How to Handle the Finance Office
20:27 – Mike's Worst Dealership Experiences
28:02 – The Best Car-Buying Experiences
33:23 – What Car Will Mike Buy for Retirement?
37:15 – Looking Back on 30 Years at Consumer Reports
37:29 – A Surprise Guest Joins the Podcast
43:56 – What Mike Will Miss Most
46:42 – Buying a New Car Should Be Exciting
51:10 – Mike Quincy's Final Sign-Off
The Ineos Grenadier Might Be the Perfect Backcountry Vehicle
Saison 13 · Épisode 520
mercredi 19 août 2026 • Durée 44:42
This week we drive the 2026 Ineos Grenadier on pavement, dirt roads, and CR's challenging Rock Hill to see whether this purpose-built, BMW-powered SUV is worth nearly $90,000. We discuss the driving experience, its unusual steering, noisy cabin, quirky controls, where it excels, and whether we'd actually buy one. Plus, we answer an audience question about what to do with an older BMW whose necessary repairs cost more than the car is worth.
Join CR at https://CR.org/joinviaYT to access our comprehensive ratings for items you use every day. CR is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit organization.
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0:00 - Intro
00:37 Overview: 2026 Ineos Grenadier
02:22 The Story Behind the Grenadier
04:00 Why it SUV Stands Out
07:28 Off-Road Test
10:12 Locking Differentials and Low-Range Gear
12:28 Built to Be Repaired in the Middle of Nowhere
13:40 BMW Power in a Serious Off-Roader
15:33 The Grenadier's Quirky Interior
17:20 Compromises
19:06 The Steering
22:31 Buttons, Switches, and an Airplane-Style Cockpit
27:31 Driving Position and Seat Comfort
30:32 Cabin Noise
32:05 On-Road Handling
33:45 Would We Spend $90,000 on One?
36:22 What It's Really Like to Live With
All-Weather vs. All-Season Tires; Should I Buy My Own Spare?
Saison 13 · Épisode 519
mercredi 12 août 2026 • Durée 31:22
We answer viewer questions this week, including: the best vehicle for a 14-hour road trip, why automakers have eliminated spare tires, debunk a myth about self-driving cars, and explore the pros and cons of all-weather tires. We also discuss the best ways to learn your vehicle's new features, with or without a dealer's help.
Have a question for our experts? Send it to TalkingCars@iCloud.com to be featured on a future episode.
📝 SHOW NOTES:
0:00 - Intro
1:24 - Question #1 - Paul from St.Paul, MN: Which car brands make the best self-driving systems?
8:31 - Question #2 - Paul: Where did all of the spare tires go?
15:25 - Question #3 - Darnley from Yonkers, NY: What's the best car for a 14-hour road trip?
18:30 - Question #4 - Noah from Richmond, VA: Do all-weather tires live up to the hype?
23:57 - Question #5: Steve from TN: What's the best way to learn about the new features on a car, when you don't buy from a dealer?
Lexus Finally Gets Electric Right: 2026 Lexus ES 500e
Saison 13 · Épisode 518
mercredi 5 août 2026 • Durée 37:45
Is the all-new 2026 Lexus ES EV the luxury electric sedan we've been waiting for? On this week's episode we share our first impressions of the Lexus' newest electric sedan, discussing its whisper-quiet ride, comfort-first philosophy, real-world range, charging performance, interior technology, and whether it delivers a true luxury experience despite a few frustrating tech quirks. Plus, we answer a viewer question: Can you safely extend oil change intervals on a plug-in hybrid if you mostly drive in EV mode?
Join CR at https://CR.org/joinviaYT to access our comprehensive ratings for items you use every day. CR is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit organization.
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0:00 - Intro
00:16 - First Impressions of the 2026 Lexus ES 500e
03:42 - Ride Comfort
08:13 - Interior Design
10:17 - Controls & Tech Quirks
15:07 - Rear Seat Comfort
18:07 - Real-World EV Range & Charging
20:31 - Practicality
22:22 - EV Platform Explained
23:06 - Comfort vs. Performance
26:01 - One-Pedal Driving & EV Experience
28:26 - Everyday Usability
30:40 - Safety Features
33:32 - Audience Question: Oil Changes for Plug-in Hybrids
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Save the Manuals: Driving the New 2026 VW Jetta GLI
Saison 13 · Épisode 517
mercredi 29 juillet 2026 • Durée 44:51
Is the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta GLI the last great affordable sports sedan? On this week's episode, we debate whether Volkswagen's final manual-transmission sedan is destined to become a future classic—or if the DSG automatic is actually the better buy. We break down the GLI's turbocharged performance, handling, ride comfort, practicality, and why it may be one of the best cars left to learn stick shift. Plus, we answer audience questions about the best used manual cars for beginners and whether driving a stick can actually make teen drivers safer.
Join CR at https://CR.org/joinviaYT to access our comprehensive ratings for items you use every day. CR is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit organization.
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0:00 - Intro
00:15 2026 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
02:01 Driving Experience
07:29 Performance, Handling, and Ride Quality
16:39 Comfort, Seats, and Interior Features
22:13 Manual vs. DSG Transmission Debate
26:50 Practicality and Interior Drawbacks
30:00 Would We Buy the Jetta GLI?
33:29 Questions #1: Where did Mike Quincy buy his classes?
36:25 Question #2: What is the best used manual transmission cars for teen drivers
