2020 Cars Getting the Most Buzz

Few things get car fanatics as excited as getting a first look at the new model. Whether you can’t wait to see the update on your old, reliable sedan or you want to lay track in the sports car that’s supposed to put all previous iterations to shame, watching the buzz about new vehicles — or new versions of old vehicles — is one good way to see which car is right for you. That’s even truer when it’s coming from the sort of industry experts who have spent years gauging how different tweaks will help or hurt a car’s appeal.
So, even if you just want to stash some names for the next time you’re shopping for a used car, taking a look at the 2020 models getting the most buzz can be a great way to find the car you’ll be driving for the next decade.
2020 Cadillac XT6

• MSRP Range: $53,690-$58,090

Cadillac is launching the all-new XT6 for the 2020 model year in an effort to offer a more modestly sized alternative to its wildly popular Escalade. And, based on the early returns, Cadillac might have hit the bullseye: Edmunds describes the fuel economy as “excellent” for its size and the third row of seats as being large enough for adults.
2020 Ford Explorer

• MSRP Range: $33,860-$59,345

Much like the Cadillac XT6, the 2020 Ford Explorer is looking to offer a three-row SUV that’s not quite as large as the biggest options in the class. And, if you really want to combine a reasonably spacious interior with better fuel economy, there’s a hybrid option.
2020 Kia Telluride

• MSRP Range: $32,735-$44,535

Another model that’s new for 2020, the Kia Telluride has gotten early reviews from a few major outlets. Consumer Reports gave it a score of 90 with a glowing review.
“It did so well in our testing that it vaulted its way nearly to the top of the standings, thanks to its refined driving experience, user-friendly controls, thoughtful features, and vast cargo room,” according to the venerable magazine. “The Telluride may not offer a lot of ‘wow factor,’ but we were impressed by its overall competence and standard equipment for the price.”
2020 Hyundai Palisade

• MSRP Range: $32,595-$47,445

The Hyundai Palisade is a new entrant into the midsize SUV category for 2020. However, Edmunds notes that it has a spacious third row that can accommodate adults, as well as solid towing power from the V6 engine.
2020 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

• MSRP Range: $43,645-$57,845

Kelley Blue Book noted that the Range Rover Evoque is “one to watch” in the small luxury SUV category. It was impressed with just how stylish the vehicle is — inside and out — while still being off-road capable.
2020 Lincoln Aviator

• MSRP Range: $52,195-$88,895

Before you get too excited, no, the Lincoln Aviator is not a flying car, in spite of its name. But, this 2020 model — the first new Aviator since 2005 — launches a new generation for the line that now includes an option for a plug-in hybrid powertrain.

2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA

• MSRP Range: $33,100-$53,100

The new Mercedes-Benz CLA looks to maintain the brand’s stellar reputation with this slightly longer, wider version. Consumer Reports notes there are some interesting infotainment features added for the 2020 model year.
2020 Toyota Supra

• MSRP Range: $31,078-$40,508

While Consumer Reports hasn’t completed its road test yet, the company is eagerly anticipating the return of this sports car after a 20-year absence from the scene. Consumer Reports is already raving about the 2020 version’s styling, safety features and infotainment system.
2020 Cadillac CT5

• MSRP Range: $45,000-$65,000

Cadillac might be retiring the CTS model, but it’s offering the CT5 to fill the void. It appears Cadillac hopes to offer a midsized luxury sedan that can lock horns with the BMW 3 Series and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
2020 Chevrolet Corvette

• MSRP Range: Not yet available

The official unveiling for the 2020 iteration of the Corvette — which Chevy is selling as a “new generation” of Corvettes — isn’t until later in July, so there’s very little info as of yet. However, video of the new 2020 mid-engine C8 Corvette tearing through the track at Nürburgring Nordschleife has some car experts salivating.
2020 Ford Bronco

• MSRP Range: Expected to start in the low $30,000s

While it wasn’t necessarily the truck itself that has melded the Ford Bronco into the American consciousness — thank you, O.J. Simpson — that’s not really on the Bronco. And given that Ford is bringing back the Bronco “by popular demand,” it might be a sign that plenty of Americans remember the Bronco for being a quality vehicle rather than a notorious getaway car.

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