2008 Pontiac Torrent

Pros: style cargo capacity overall comfort rear seat leg room

Cons: front console cup holders

The Bottom Line: Look no farther for very competent midsized AWD vehicle

Review: MY GOAL To purchase a new midsized crossover vehicle to replace my well worn 2002 Subaru Outback for under $25,000. I also wanted a vehicle whose company was based in the USA. My reasons for this are many and are best left for another discussion. My ...

Pros: Exterior styling, rear legroom, power

Cons: Torque steer with FWD, general lack of refinement, unsettled chassis

The Bottom Line: GM needs to take another pass with this one--it's not done yet.

Review: When it was introduced three years ago, the Chevrolet Equinox led the compact SUV segment in a few aspects, most notably exterior styling, rear legroom, and (perhaps) ride quality. But a driving machine it was not, with an antiquated 185-horsepower ...