Mini To Possibly Separate JCW Models, Diesels Likely

I don't like gloss black on any car, but other than the the shape and styling look pretty good and fits the Kia brand.  This wold be sales fire if there was a tax credit, I think it will do okay but a Seltos is so much cheaper, that is what they are up against.

Does Subaru have more EV models than Tesla now?  LOL.

I agree that a 2.0 turbo in a GLE is nuts.  Yes it can get a sub 7 second 0-60 time but I am sure it revs like crazy to do it, and the inline 6 gets the same mileage.   I hit a deer last November which totaled my E550.  I did a 2 year lease on a sales demo C300 because I am waiting for EV's to get better then I am going EV and never going back, especially if the Bozo drives gas to $6 a gallon.  The 2 liter mile hybrid is totally fine for a C-class (or GLC) not fast or exciting but more than adequate to get around.  In a big SUV I think it would be a dog, and VW doesn't have electric assist.  Although not like a Taos is fast either. And probably why EV's will take over easily when batteries get cheap.  Even weak EV's like the Bolt are much faster than a garden variety 4 cylinder crossover and 1000 times better NVH.

Except for the diesels, none of that is an engine issue. 

Mazda has issued recalls affecting nearly 200,000 vehicles, primarily for wiring faults, suspension issues, and manufacturing defects that could impact safety. Recent and Notable Recalls Mazda3 and CX-3 (2013–2020): Close to 200,000 vehicles were recalled due to a wiring fault that may cause the rearview camera to flicker or display distorted images, increasing the risk of accidents. Owners will be contacted by Mazda when parts are available, and repairs are free of charge.  CX-60 and CX-90 (2023–2024): 860 diesel variants were recalled over unspecified issues affecting these SUVs.  CX-50 and CX-50 Hybrid (2025): 1,007 units were recalled for front suspension bolts not tightened properly, which could lead to loss of drive power.  Mazda3 (2018–2020): Previous recalls included software issues causing false automatic emergency braking and powertrain control module errors that could stall the engine.  Other recalls: Some Mazda models, including the Mazda 6, CX-5, CX-9, MX-5, and Mazda 2, have been affected by low-pressure fuel pump cracks and other safety-related defects.