2021 Kia Seltos

noise

Road noise is very noticeable and having a conversation with a passenger can be a bit difficult.

Cabin noise when driving on the highway is fairly loud,

This even after Techs from two different dealerships test drove and declared 1) "That is not right" (when he felt the vibration) and 2) described in his report to KIA as "Excessive Steering vibration".

In general the interior feels a bit more rugged than in the Sportage and this shows with the road noise which is louder than in the Sportage,

reliable

I am so blessed to have such a safe, comfortable, reliable, and a beautiful car!

Car all and beyond very reliable transportation and most of all space room to travel shopping sports gear with the children games and there team

And AWD is very  dependable and  V G traction so far in Mn. Winter.

For only being a week old it seems to be a reliable car and a safe car for me and my family.

The engine so far has been reliable and responsive when it needs to.

It has so many features economical dependable .

We have owned SPORTAGES, and SORRENTOS in the past, and if the SELTOS proves to be as reliable as those were we will be extremely pleased.

Great value for the price very comfortable and reliable car previously bought a new soul which I still have 10 years later with no issues

large-size

Very good functionality, large back seat that reclines.

but not having one is a bigger problem than you'd think.

but great room good safety great seats great tech have other larger cars and truck if need more room

The back seats 

The infotainment screen is large and very clear and sharp.

Great SUV if downsizing from a larger SUV.

Car is a small SUV with large face on consul and has lain departure warning, warning for breaking, easy navigation using my phone, everything I was looking for in a car.

Truck is way bigger then Subaru Crosstrac too

feature

Also went with S-AWD model to get safety features and heated seats.

Very numerous safety features will actuallly help me become a better driver.

but Kia has a lot of videos to explain all the features.

It has all the safety features and amenities I wanted and needed.

but not too big, tons of safety features and I love the look of it.

The trim package has the features I want.

but felt the new styling and mileage made up for those comforts but als picked up some new features such as the automatic cruise control,auto headlights and remote start.So far very impressed with the new Seltos

Lots of safety features, great fuel economy, and value.

compared with HR-V and CX-3 Seltos beat both in every categories of comfort, features, and size.

But that aside; this car has excellent responsiveness to driver demands, a very intuitive driver assistance package, a great sound system, comfortable seating all seating positions, great gas mileage (even in the thirsty Sport mode), and last

comfortable

AWD standard in the lower model plenty of visibility and confortable on long drives .

I love this car it is comfortable and roomy.

SMALL ENGINE BUT REALLY COMFORTABLE INSIDE, LOOKS LIKE A SMALL VERSION OF THE RANGE ROVER.

The interior is roomy and comfortable for a smaller SUV.

but, I'm 6'3 300 lbs and I fit in this Seltos LX comfortable.

It is comfortable, affordable, and drives very smooth.

room

Plenty of legroom for a small CUV good power in the non turbo version and alot of cargo room for a small vehicle .

but this is a game changer so easy to handle and the space is wonderful this definitely changed my mind

Perfect for traveling with my family and has plenty of room for all of my grandbabies stuff.

Plenty of upfront room for me which was hard to find coming from a roomy 09 Pilot!

I'm Surprise it has allot of Leg Space as for general it's not the biggest Interior space

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.

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.

However, the CX-5 transmission is solid and dependable with smooth shifts.

It’s classy, reliable, attractive and a steal at $30k.

I’m hoping it will be as reliable as three trusted mechanics (and Consumer Reports) told me it will be.

just a solid, reliable, small SUV with enough cargo space for groceries and the occasional small furniture purchase.

The CX-5s are comfortable, stylish inside and out, powerful when you need it, reliable, great on gas mileage, easy to handle.

Good looking, reliable, great performing vehicle.

Car is a rhe smoothest car insurance have owned and is super reliable on the road.

it also handles like it's glued to the road, which is in part a characteristic of the 4 wheel drive and the large tires.

It’s large enough for an infant car seat, and can hold quite a bit with the seats laid flat.

The 2021 has the upgraded screen which is a bit bigger and higher definition.

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

the back seats can fold down in three seperate ways so that you have versatile options for transporting larger items that won't fit just in the back hatch.

I especially like the large 10.25" Infotainment screen.

Having come from a larger 2018 CX-9 Grand Touring, the 5 is a great CUV that fit within my current budget.

New additions are automatic folding outside mirrors, cooling seats, larger display, Android Auto, Apple Play, Bose stereo system, heated steering wheel & seats, and so many other safety features.

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,

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

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.

Toyota is a proven reliable manufacturer.

All have been very reliable and only needed regular maintenance.

XSE model, Sporty, lots of upgrades, reliable, V6, smooth drive, leather seats.

Stylish, reliable, with all of the modern technology.

It’s really a two row seating SUV with a very large storage area in the back.

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

I like the new bigger screen and it sets up higher.

With it's size, I am pleased that it does not drive like a large vehicle.

but at the price of 40% more down-shifts on bigger /longer hills and mountain passes.

but with the bigger screen you also get birds eye view which will definitely help assess your surroundings.

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.

Smooth traction drive and smart acceleration, many useful features.

2021 Subaru Outback

but as soon as I got it home, I realized there was a very loud rattle above the driver's head.

My previous Outback had absolutely no rattles or squeaks,

but things like seat adjustments and cooling fans can be noisy.

Coming from a VW Golf Alltrack - a lifted AWD wagon just a bit smaller - the steering is nowhere as quick, the mileage is not as good and the transmission is nowhere near as responsive as the DSG in the Golf.

Was prepared to be disappointed with the CVT transmission

The engine shut down/stert up is abrupt as it says in many reviews, acceleration and shifting isn’t as smooth as the civic with a CVT,

The single biggest issue is the standard engine&#47;transmission package.

small-size

4- Given the size of the car, the interior storage is not that good- the glove box and center console are tiny, the door pockets are too small and styling seems to have taken precedence over function.

This makes for poor protection agains small particles that hit the windshield when driving down the highway (I can't imagine how you can drive down an unpaved road without a problem).

Only negative for me on interior design is accessing the phone charging area, difficult location of the CD player and much smaller size door pockets as compared to my 2017 Outback.

engine

Only regret is not having the Turbo engine because it can be a little sluggish getting away from traffic lights.

But when it comes to an emergency, the 4 cylinder engine will fail you every time.

As many others have pointed out, the mileage has never been close to what is advertised, and the engine start&#47;stop is very rough.

I HATE the jerkiness of how the engine restarts at stop lights.

engine should shut off when stopped at proper setting

I really hate the automatic engine shut off.

They need to pipe in some mildly robust engine sounds to cover up the annoying real engine sound.

It is comfortable, reliable, and quite safe to drive.

The Subaru Outback is a classy, reliable vehicle.

It is a nice looking vehicle and is extremely reliable.

The Outback is as dependable a car as you can get.

But for routine driving around town it is very comfortable and reliable.

Has all the safety features as standard
 Very reliable

The large video screen and controls are well placed and fairly easy to understand and use.

No one rides with me, which makes the car too large and long.

The large display screen looks nice, and the backup camera visibility is great,

First the positives - the car is comfortable and can carry a large load of luggage and bikes.

Comfortable ride, lots of power, good handling, perfect size.

There are many things I love about the car including the look, comfort, quality of the materials, 4wd with great gas mileage, integrated cross bars and how safe you feel when driving in bad weather.

The waterproof fabric covering the seats is very comfortable and seems to be wearing well.

The exterior of the car looks nice and the seats are very comfortable,

On a positive note, the seats are much more comfortable compared to my '19 and I wish I could have seats like that in my '19.

There’s plenty of leg room , so comfortable and has great safety features that you would love.

This vehicle has a very comfortable cabin.

The car has a very comfortable ride and is fairly quiet.

Or sometimes it recognizes you when you get in and then forgets about you somewhere along the ride and by the time you get to your destination.

Smooth ride, quiet, lots of active monitoring systems.

but it drives easily and rides comfortably .

The ride Kandloff quite on a smooth road or highway

It is so well built, solid, safety features are outstanding and very enjoyable to drive.

Has more luxury features  (in touring trim) than my BMW for a lot less money.

The cruise control feature is nice because the car will automatically slow down.

There are lots of convenient features including plenty of safety features and lots of space.

The Onyx features black exterior trim components and rims for more style.

Needed something comfortable to drive with all of the necessary safety features as well as having enough power to tow my ATV.

It has all of the features of a luxury vehicle.