From affordable EVs like the Nissan Leaf to off-roaders like the Toyota 4Runner, these were the best SUVs we got behind the wheel of this past year.
People ask us all the time: what’s the best car you’ve ever driven? Considering we published more than 100 first drives and new-car reviews this year alone, it’s not exactly an easy one to answer. Still, a few favorites rose to the top. Focusing on SUVs specifically, several new models stood out in 2025—from compact hybrids to serious off-roaders, with lots of other options in between.
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Officially dubbed the Knepper 1303 RS-E, this classic Beetle packs a serious electric punch.
Carlos Tavares kept all of them, but his successor might not.
In honor of the father of the 911's 90th birthday, this special edition uses design elements inspired by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche's own car.