2016 Porsche Cayenne Diesel

"Taking curves is where this SUV gets all its stars - you don't get much body roll - almost no body roll at all if you have the Cayenne suspension set to sport. How does Stuttgart make a weighty and tall SUV not have body roll in turns where a Mercedes-Benz C-Class would?"

2016 Audi Q7 3.0 TDI quattro® Premium

"Calling the Q7 fast is an understatement. It's such an understatement because keeping it within the legal speeds of the highway is close to impossible - it is literally a feat for your right calf - thank god for cruise control."

2016 Honda Pilot 3.5 EX-L AWD

"Long road trips are stress-free and bumper-to-bumper driving in the city isn't a road rage affair thanks to a multitude of entertainment options and a very comfortable ride."

2015 Nissan X-Trail 2.5L 4X4

"Because the X-Trail is not a crossover body bolted unto a utility vehicle chassis, the ride is excellent - no leaf spring suspension trampoline bouncing rear.  Instead, it shares its platform with the Renault Kadjar and Megane - both revered for their silky smooth rides."