QUESTIONS, COFFEE & CARS #92 // BIG PLANS FOR 100TH EPISODE?

EV Channels Review

This episode of Questions, Coffee & Cars tackles a diverse range of automotive topics, from interior design preferences and the disappearance of the BMW 330e from the US market to comparisons between compact SUVs like the Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-5, and larger luxury SUVs such as the Lexus GX550. The hosts offer practical advice, recommending the CR-V hybrid for its space and practicality over the CX-5 for families with growing teenagers and large dogs. They express skepticism about Volvo's reliability, citing poor scores from JD Power, despite acknowledging the refinement of models like the XC60 Recharge. The discussion also touches on the EV market, noting the delay of the VW ID.7 in Canada due to slower-than-expected EV sales growth and the competitive landscape for EVs like the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Kia EV6, where reliability scores are a concern. The hosts also advise shoppers facing hybrid markups to explore out-of-state dealerships. Finally, they debate which features are expendable for better value, with heated seats and steering wheels being non-negotiable for them in colder climates.