Wards Daily Edition


	FEBRUARY 14, 2025

NOTE FROM THE EDITOR:

Automakers reveal their newest products year-round, and there's no slowdown in the doldrums of winter.

Today's special edition newsletter casts the spotlight on five new-to-market cars and utility vehicles: the Lexus LX, BMW iX, Kia K4, Toyota 4Runner and a "Cross Country" version of Volvo's EX30. More are on the way, electrified and internal-combustion-powered alike, and WardsAuto will be there to weigh in on them. But we're pausing to take a break Monday for Presidents Day before returning to your inbox on Tuesday.

Have a great weekend, and thanks for reading WardsAuto's Daily Edition.

Jim Irwin

Editor

WardsAuto.com

New Powertrains Punch Up 2025 Toyota 4Runner

Toyota doesn’t stray too far from its tried-and-true recipe of consistent functionality in the 2025 4Runner, but adds a significant boost in power and fuel efficiency with new powertrains across the board.

Hybrid Option Boosts 2025 Lexus LX

The 2025 Lexus LX lineup adds a hybrid powertrain that boosts power (but only 1 mpg more in fuel economy) and off-roading features meant to challenge Land Rover in the luxury SUV segment.

2025 Kia K4: More Than Just a New Name

The 2025 Kia K4, né Forte, gets a fresh new look inside and out, big changes under the hood and attractive new tech, all at a reasonable price.

BMW Reworks iX Flagship Electric Vehicle

Driveline and battery revisions sharpen performance and range of BMW’s electric SUV.

Volvo Unveils 'Cross Country' Version of Its Entry-Level BEV

Automaker sticks with XC tradition with rugged version of its compact EX30 crossover.

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