2021 Mazda CX-5

transmission

Feels like the motor is winding while the transmission waits too long to up-shift.

I also find the engine noisy under acceleration with transmission shift hesitancy and roar.

The transmission hesitates and thumps (in lower gears), making cornering, stopping and starting terrible.

The main problem is the automatic transmission.

but the transmission .it some times shifts hard .

The BMW drives like a dream with a smoother transmission and ride, much better build quality, has a light interior, a panoramic sunroof, and a bigger gas tank with better gas mileage.

Not as good as we had hoped, I could change gear in a manual gearbox car quicker than this car changes, also for the money not at all good value, sad to say we are already talking about changing it for something else.

tire

My only complaint would be the budget tires they use.

The only disappointment so far is the Yokohama Geolander tires that are not well rated.

noise

Wind noise while driving with windows down very irritable, Gas mileable ok

but I suspect better tires could bring road noise in the cabin down even further.

engine

The CX-5 Touring is recommended by Consumer Reports, is comfortable, quick and economical enough without the turbo engine.

This engine really rewards you for smooth throttle input on the highway.

Turbo engine is nice and I am getting about 27 MPG, mostly highway.

Aside from that, the engine (Touring) is slightly under-powered, and the braking is substantially under-powered.

The turbo charged engine is only available on the upper trims pushing $38-40,000, and the Carbon edition with an MSRP of about $33,000.

Thinking that my old BMW could have potential engine problems, I traded it for the CX-5 signature thinking that is was a good choice and great value for all the features.

Drives smooth, great pickup for the engine size, crisp interior, stylish exterior.

Love the CX5, and now with the Turbo engine, it definitely has the Zoom-Zoom factor.

The CX-5 has plenty of power with the standard engine.

parking

The center display can show you a 360 degree view, and automatically shows a front view when you're near something ahead like when I park in my home's garage it prevents me from running into the garbage pails.

The small size is really nice for parking in tight spots, gas mileage and  making u-turns which I dreaded having to do in my F 150.

The Soul Red paint turns the vehicle into a head turner on the road or a parking lot.

feature

We like the stability of the AWD, the safety features, the responsive steering and the seats.

I’m absolutely loving my cx-5, there are so many safety features and it’s purely luxury

but gained a multitude of safety features, gas usage reduction  and it is as much fun to drive as the Acura.

but also tilts side to side, making selecting options easier than a touch screen.

The high tech features are a continuing irritation.

Smooth, quiet, peppy, responsive with awesome safety features.

This could have been added as an option in a package without paying an extra $2000 to go up into another trim for other stuff not needed.

Plenty of head/leg room, extraordinary amount of standard safety features, good gas mileage, luxurious interior, unique exterior styling, sturdy build, comfortable, and fun to drive.

I really like the cylinder cut-off feature.

I purchased this vehicle mostly based on its safety features,

comfortable

At a glance, it’s very polished and riding around in it is plenty comfortable and seems luxurious.

The attention to detail in the inner cabin and the comfort level is far superior.

Comfortable, packed with tech & safety and stylish.

but I'm now in a car that I thoroughly enjoy, we can get in and out of it with no problem at all and the seats are very comfortable

Sensing wipers, levelling headlights and a nice comfortable ride.

interior

The interior is upscale, the exterior is classier than the competition.

Mazda cuts corners with tech (especially) and cheaps out on some finishes to give you a 4-turbo and "soft touch" interior.

The interior seems plush and refined compared to other models

It had the best looking interior without going into the premium market.

I got the Soul Red Crystal with the white interior and I couldn't appreciate more how fun this is to drive.

Looks very classy and I love the interior of the CX5.

The interior design is very luxurious for a car that is inexpensive.

2021 Toyota Highlander

Go online and see how many people complain
About rattling noises with Highlanders !

Buyer beware don’t let the salesman crank up the AC or heat to try and drown out the terrible whistling noise that occurs between 35-45 MPH on 2021 Highlander.

Brand new 2021 with ONLY 800 miles, every time i drive on barely rough roads i hear rattle and buzz noise from driver side, dash and passenger side, also wind noise on 40MPH!!!

Replaced front hood molding, placed weatherstripping under the hood molding and whistling noise continues intermittently.

Been back to the dealer X3 already due to whistling noise stemming from front hood molding.

When I asked the dealership why mine was noisy and her car was not, they told me to bring it in and they would check it out.

Perhaps Toyota will do more in their vehicles to isolate road noises.

but uphill driving around 90-95km/hr the car is vibrating.

but i may get over it , fit and finish not very good , you put that volume up things are shaking and squeaking again something i don’t expect after spending all that money , 8 inch screen and backup camera are bad like graphics !

My brand new 2021 Toyota Highlander has very bad wind noise specially 40 mph.

windshield

A few days later it was raining lightly and now I noticed the intermittent auto sensing wipers no longer worked.

Also the limited Highlander is lacking auto wipers and thigh extensions found in my previous car of the same trim.

In addition, adhesive on the front windshield panel is starting to peel off.

The windshield has some reflections of the dash if your facing the sun.

lights

Just picked up a 2021 Platinum a $63,000 vehicle and didn't even get it off the lot before I had a warning light about faulty brakes.

They have a very harsh line on low beam that makes it a difficult to see in certain situation like when I am driving down hill on an up and down place in the road.

radio

The car has a 12.5 inch navigation and radio display system.

however, with the radio on even at low volume, you won’t notice it at all.

The noise in the cabin at speeds over 55 mph are so loud even the radio is unable to cover the distraction of the tire noise.

Also, I grew tired of Audi's quick depreciation and issues with oil consumption with their direct-injection engines.

The 3.5L V6 engine is powerful and accelerates smoothly.

This car is also super smooth to drive, there is no engine noise or vibrations, it has better driving dynamics than the Explorer (less body displacement), the engine is peppy and responsive.

The engine is solid and has plenty of power when you need it like getting on the interstate or passing a car.

Engine and transmission are extremely quiet and smooth.

Parking and manouverability are great and the highlander feels like a much smaller car.

You have to park and get out, clip the belt and sometimes go around the car and do the other side.

Backup lines won’t turn to assist you with parallel parking, they remain straight.

I think this latest Highlander version has hit the sweet spot for comfort and handling.

The car is very comfortable and I have a bad back so I am also picky about the ride.

The Highlander is a very comfortable ride!! !

The features and comfort of the vehicle are great and after having the vehicle for a week I keep finding things that make me more satisfied.

The comfort and drive is also very satisfying.

Beautiful ride roomy and comfortable fits 6 people big trunk I recommend it to any one wants a beautiful big family car all my Friends and family loves my new ride

Very comfortable ride, great performance, interior styling is very attractive, plenty of features and well thought out creature comforts.

ride

The car-like ride and handling and the refinement sold us on the Toyota.

The car rides incredibly smoothly; I don’t think there is a smoother driving car out there if that is what you’re looking for.

Ride is incredible with a beautiful and very comfortable interior.

I like the riding comfort & back support of the seats as well as the visibility is better on an SUV as it sits up higher.

Solid ride, tangibly better than others in class with ride quality and noise insulation.

but I like the ride and maneuverability of vehicle.

specially because I have a big family, on plus , I love the smoothly ride and comfort

The platinum package is incredibly loaded with all the latest technology.

The technology package is also great, what a difference makes to jump from a 2015 car to a 2021 model, this car knows what you need to do next and just does it for you automatically.

The safety features, reliability and reputation of the Toyota brand is 2nd to none.

The added safety features and larger screen make this car especially easy to drive.

Smooth traction drive and smart acceleration, many useful features.

2021 Acura RDX

however, the car was riddled with noise issues.

Only 4 star on comfort due to louder than expected engine noise.

The down side is that the engine and road noise.

Software update didn’t work and took a dealer visit along with brakes squeaking within 2 months.

I bought my RDX about a month ago and i hear this rattle sound by the dash area going over bumps.

service

A recall service was completed replacing the window frame, the issue has not gone away.

but I bought two months ago and front bumper paint is peeling out completely call the dealer said I have to pay cause is the front bumper worst service ever.

audio-system

Braking system saved me during driving rain storm as a driver stopped suddenly in front of me.

After swapping out the USB cable and even trying different devices the same lagging and often freezing of the whole infotainment system occurs.

Don't get me wrong the engine sounds good.

I had a 2020 RDX that had many issues with its infotainment system.

I have watched numerous car review videos of the RDX and the two most common complaints were of the touch pad system and the apparent difficulty of the transmission hunting to find the appropriate gear.

but after using it for a while I find it superior to touch screen and combined with voice commands the system works well.

But was soon disappointed to encounter the terribly designed infotainment system and touch pad.

The computer system is a little confusing at first,

But after a month, the infortainment system was suddenly down for no reason.

Handles great, very solid chassis , good engine,

The drive itself is terrific and sporty enough for a 4 cylinder car.

It's my preference to have no engine noise. lexus engine noise :-)

Sleek and sporty design - turbo charged engine, all wheel drive.

Great acceleration from 4 cylinder turbo.

Like others I wished it had the V6 engine,

We felt the RDX had the best ride and most quiet engine especially under heavy acceleration.

I love this vehicle because it gives me just the right amount of space that I need with a 4 cylinder engine.

Great exterior, beautiful interior and powerful engine.

Edgy styling, ultimate comfort inside, handles effortlessly, good pick up for a turbo 4 cylinder (coming from a V6 engine car), perfect size if you don't want to go as big as a true SUV,

The transmission: at slow speeds when parking for instance, it is slow going from drive to reverse and vice versa.

The tech package camera is apparently better - drive this car at night, and try to back up into a dark parking spot if this is important to you.

but too many gears, and steering artificial compared to q5 or x3, Space efficiency and very comfortable, touch pad great too, biggest complaint fuel economy is below 19 mpg in city

Seats are comfy, seat belt anchor needs to be 1/2 inch longer.

Runs good, a lot of bells and whistles, comfortable ride

After seven months, I switched into a 2021 RDX Aspec, which was more attractive, comfortable, user friendly, and honestly felt more agile.

And the seats are very comfortable and supportive, they are the primary reason my wife chose the car.

Very comfortable and relaxing ride while on long trips.

seats are comfortable and panoramic sunroof is outstanding.

I had the 2019 RDX with the tech package before, and immediately felt regrets when I switched to TLX.

The car is already showed the brake system failure and disable my the road assistance features.

Safety  features  are outstanding and easy to use.

I have driven it just a little over 2500 miles so far still getting accustom to the Tech features of this vehicle.

It's much less expensive and has a multitude of features.

The infotainment feature does take time to acclimate use,

but will continue to commit to learn all the many features provided.

The ride is smooth with a comfortable interior.

I am pleased with the ease of handling and the smooth ride.

This vehicle is great on gas and I can’t wait to see how it rides in the winter with snow.

Very stylish, nice looking and riding vehicle.

2021 Hyundai Tucson

~~The engine is painfully under-powered even for people like me that don't need a more powerful engine to be happy.

The gas mileage is okay for a 4 cylinder, I avg about 22.5.

The critics point out a lethargic acceleration from the base engine.

Tight turning radius and easy to maneuver into parking spaces (a few inches shorter than most compact SUVs).

I’ve owned a Hyundai before so I’m comfortable with the brand.

The driver's seat is also very bouncy feeling, and not very comfortable either.

This vehicle is the perfect blend of comfort and utility.

It handles very well, accelerates well for merging, and is very comfortable to drive over long distances.

So there is nothing to compare the dynamics and driving comfort between cars.

First brand new vehicle in 15 years and the technologies are awesome - provide a lot of comfort, security and relaxing driving.

~~All the features of a Limited, yet there is NO compass (are you kidding me?!)!. lol.

It drives great and it has amazing features

It rides very nice and has a lot of features.

Impressed with the many safety features that I had never had before buying this car.

It has many safety features and a lot of xtra things you didn’t know you needed .

After looking at many small suvs, the Tucson was by far the best option for options, looks and value and lets not forget Warrenty.

Some updated features in the 2021 like an updated display and some sensors like like alerts if I drift out of my lane.

I enjoy the quietness of the cabin and the cool features .

room

The panoramic does reduce head room by about an inch – I’m 6’3” and it’s good,

It’s a great family car, lots of storage space and roomy seating

FANTASTIC Lots of room, even in the back seat.

The car is to small very little leg room for tall people and not much space for carrying big items no fogs lights not a family car.

It’s the perfect size, not too big or small, and has just enough room to meet my needs.

2020 Kia Soul

I cannot put sunglasses in the overhead sunglass holder (in the '15 OR the '20) because when I am on the phone (hands-free) it causes extremely loud noises (like a New Year's Eve noisemaker) on the other persons' side.

The only thing that I can be critical of is that it seems to have a lot of road noise,

This has the good old set your temperature out of the vents and that’s what the cabin temperature will be.

Wasn't sure I would be a fan of the cvt transmission,but very smooth.Seats are comfortable than some bigger subs I set in.

Don't often have rear passengers so I wish I could shut those vents and have more up where I need it.

.. first i'm not a fan of the elongated hood, the car is 3 inches lower than the 2015, the lane detection software only works 50% of the time,

The ride is nice, the 147hp engine is surprisingly peppy, and I love how cute it looks!

Here's why: The 147 HP 2.0 Litre engine is, let's be real, ho-hum.

This one has a bigger engine, bigger tires and a back up camera.

The 2020 S model has a more powerful engine, sportier exterior, and quieter ride.

but in summary,  this is a great vehicle if you want a car that has a powerful engine, lots of safety features and looks unique.

The acceleration was better than expected with the standard 2.0L engine mounted to a 6-speed automatic transmission on the LX model.

It has more engine power than my last car and I am enjoying the color!

This suv handles very well and I don't baby it the 2 litre engine is all anyone would really need!!

It has great exceleration, The 1.6 liter engine with turbo is fast and the handling is great !

It has great visibility and I can park it easily.

but has  a balance of comfort and style, I love auto emergency brakes, i love my kia get on parking in smaller space or any space.

The small footprint makes it easier to park then our Sportage.

I can see out of all the windows, it is easy to park, wonderful to drive.

Just what I need, easy to drive and maneuver around in, easy to park.

It fits our needs and when we had dogs was perfect for them as well..Its great for living in The Villages and for parking in our garage not taking up much space.