2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6, 2024 Cadillac XT4 top this week’s new car news

Hyundai this week announced pricing and specs for its second electric vehicle, the Ioniq 6 sedan, and other automakers continued to roll out 2024 models expected to arrive in dealer lots this summer. We’ve gotten glimpses of the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander three-row SUV, the 2024 Cadillac XT4 small crossover, and the 2024 Subaru Impreza hatchback. Additionally, we’re tracking the latest changes in crash-test safety by the IIHS, who toughened the criteria necessary to win a 2023 Top Safety Pick award. 

Here’s what moved us this week.

2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 preview

The Ioniq 6 electric sedan makes sacrifices in space for the sake of aerodynamics—and a class-leading range of up to 361 miles.

Refreshed 2024 Cadillac XT4 arrives with new dash, fresh tech

The entry-level small crossover receives big updates to its infotainment system. 

IIHS toughens 2023 Top Safety Pick criteria; Toyota, Honda excel

It’s not as easy to get a TSP+ as it was just last year.

2024 Subaru Impreza costs $24,085, brings back RS trim

The entry-level hatchback loses its manual shifter and its sedan body style as it regains a sporty version.

2024 Toyota Highlander preview

The three-row SUV comes in two body styles for 2024 including a new, larger Grand Highlander with two hybrid powertrain options. 

2023 Subaru Solterra

Subaru’s first global electric car’s good standard features and on-road and off-road manners offset its cramped cockpit, Toyota DNA, and middling range to earn a TCC Rating of 7.6 out of 10.

2023 Ram 1500

The Ram 1500 pickup truck has grown up with its suave style, high-tech cabin, and mild-hybrid tech.