Mike Musto, Author at AutoNation Drive Automotive Blog

Quick and Well-mannered: 2019 Chevrolet Equinox LT 2.0T Test Drive

February 15, 2019 Mike Musto

This is a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox LT AWD that’s equipped with a 252 horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. It’s fast, comfortable and with an as tested price of just $36,580, it outshines many others in the small crossover segment. This is not only due to great handling and on-road manners, but it’s also downright quick for a budget minded SUV, which is something we simply didn’t expect. 2019 Chevrolet Equinox LT Exterior Even though its one of the fastest growing market segments, designing an attractive crossover isn’t as easy as…

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The Ranger Returns: 2019 Ford Ranger XLT SuperCrew Test Drive

February 13, 2019February 13, 2019 Mike Musto

The 2019 Ford Ranger is here, and it’s entering into the most competitive mid-size truck market in decades. Given Ford’s hallowed place in the world of pickup trucks, we were anxious to get our hands on the new rig to see how it stacked up. But first, a little history. When the Ford Ranger was introduced in North America back in 1983, it brought with it a combination of size, utility and most importantly, value. By all reports, they were great little trucks, and could be had with a a…

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Capable and Luxurious: 2019 GMC Canyon Denali Test Drive

February 12, 2019February 13, 2019 Mike Musto

Not too big and not too small, the 2019 GMC Canyon Denali seeks to cement itself as the perfect mid-size pickup truck. Our tester came in Denali trim which meant a throaty 3.6-liter DOHC V6, leather interior, four-wheel drive, and some luxury comfort items that are sure to make you smile. However with a price tag of just under $45k, one has to wonder if GMC has infused enough hardcore ruggedness and luxury goodness to justify that steep sticker. Let’s take a look… 2019 GMC Canyon Denali Exterior Subtle polished…

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Tidy Package, Quality Features: Nissan Rogue Sport SV AWD Test Drive

January 31, 2019 Mike Musto

With stylish exterior lines, a modest yet refined interior, and all-weather capabilities, the Nissan Rogue Sport SV AWD was a nice surprise in a crossover segment which can often feel overrun with mundane vehicles. This is not some full-blown off-road machine or a high-end mini-SUV that’s trying to be something it’s not, but instead a properly sized people mover that was built to tackle the modern urban world. 2018 Nissan Rogue Sport SV AWD Exterior Clean design. That’s the first thing I thought about when I first laid eyes on…

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Small Package, Big Presence: 2019 Cadillac XT4 Sport AWD Test Drive

January 30, 2019 Mike Musto

Cadillac has been in the crossover segment for quite some time, as it’s first entry into the segment was back in 2004, when it released the all-wheel drive SRX. But given how crossovers are dominating the market at every level, Cadillac has moved forward with more advanced designs, and expanded its offering of eco-friendly power plants. On that note, behold the 2019 Cadillac XT4 Sport AWD. It comes to us in a sport-oriented wrapper that packs safety, economy and luxury into package that is sure to make perspective buyers stand…