New 4Runner Trail Special Edition.Standard LED headlights for all 4Runners.TRD Pro trim gets new wheels and retuned shock absorbers.
Pros Lots of off-road capability Wide variety of configurations to suit many buyers Versatile cargo area, especially with the optional slide-out floor
Cons Choppy ride quality compared with more modern crossover SUVs V6 engine is not particularly fuel-efficient Tall step-in height makes for awkward entry and exit
The latest 4Runner adds a new limited-production Trail Edition for 2021. Toyota says it will only build 4000 copies, which are based on the base SR5 model and come with rear- or four-wheel drive. The Trail Edition is equipped with 17-inch dark gray TRD wheels and black exterior badges. Inside, it has black seats with tan stitching and all-weather floor mats.
Pros Highly capable off-road, roomy cargo hold, loads of standard driver assists.
Cons Poor fuel economy, sloppy on-road ride-and-handling, shabby interior materials.
The 2021 Toyota 4Runner is a hugely capable and cool throwback SUV with a modern price attached.
Pros Very capable Good looks Big touchscreen Old-school SUV Awesome TRD Pro versions.
Cons Outdated crash-test scores Old interior Dismal fuel economy Others are more comfortable
Everything. The new Mercedes-AMG GLA35 and GLA45 are based on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-class, which is a ground-up redesign.The Mercedes-AMG GLA-class is offered in both GLA35 and GLA45 guise, and both come standard with a host of performance features that turn up the heat on the Benz-branded GLA250. All-wheel drive is standard, as is a sport-tuned suspension. Pricing and option packages haven't yet been officially released, so we aren't sure which one represents the best value. But, that 382-hp version of the GLA's turbo-four makes the GLA45 model the most compelling from a performance standpoint.
AMG waves its wand over the new baby SUV from Benz.
PROS Fierce package Second row fits adults, hurrah Will become the most popular baby AMG for a reason
CONS Front seat is uncomfortable Noisy cabin is far from premium Some will write you off as a wannabe
The GLA has been fully redesigned for 2021.
PROS Smooth ride and comfortable seats Features one of today's best, most advanced infotainment systems Mercedes badge at an affordable price
CONS Most of the GLA's advanced safety features are optional Too much road noise for a luxury SUV Cargo capacity is small compared to Mercedes' GLB
