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Best New-Car Deals from Consumer Reports

Here’s the latest from CR analysts about their picks to help you choose a good car at a good price with their newly revised monthly list of the best new-car deals that consists of nine SUVs and one full-size pickup truck.

Good Deals on New SUVs and Pickups
It’s time for another round of new incentives deals ranging from 4% to 8% to help cost-conscious new car shoppers find the best deals available right now from the good folks at Consumer Reports who just released this latest listing.

Please note that all incentives provided end on 2/28/2023.

THE SPOTLIGHT DEAL

2023 Buick Envision
Price Range: $33,400 - $47,460
CR MPG: Overall 23 / City 15 / Hwy 33 mpg
Rated #10 of 36 Luxury compact sport-utility vehicles
Potential savings below MSRP: 5%
Predicted owner satisfaction: 4/5
Predicted Reliability: The 2023 Envision is rated at only 3/5 and is expected to have about average reliability when compared to the average new car based on data from 2020, 2021 and 2022 models.

Note: The 2023 Envision already has 1 recall alert: daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on.

BEST NEW SUV DEALS

2023 Buick Enclave Premium AWD
MSRP: $54,035
Potential savings below MSRP: 5%+
Predicted owner satisfaction: 3/5
Predicted Reliability: The 2023 Enclave is rated at only 3/5 and is expected to have about average reliability when compared to the average new car based on data from 2020, 2021 and 2022 models.

2023 Buick Encore GX Select AWD
MSRP: $29,300
Potential savings below MSRP: 4%+
Predicted owner satisfaction: 2/5—only 56% of owners stated they would definitely purchase that same vehicle again.
Predicted Reliability: The 2023 Encore is rated at only 3/5 and is expected to have about average reliability when compared to the average new car based on data from 2020, 2021 and 2022 models.

2023 Buick Envision Essence AWD
MSRP: $39,300
Potential savings below MSRP: 5%+
Predicted owner satisfaction: 4/5
Predicted Reliability: he 2023 Envision is rated at only 3/5 and is expected to have about average reliability when compared to the average new car based on data from 2020, 2021 and 2022 models.

Note: The 2023 Envision Essence already has 1 recall alert: daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on.

2023 Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury AWD
MSRP: $51,995
Potential savings below MSRP: 5%+
Predicted owner satisfaction: 3/5
Predicted Reliability: The XT5 is rated at only 3/5 and is expected to have about average reliability when compared to the average new car based on data from 2020, 2021 and 2022 models.

Note: The 2023 XT5 already has 1 recall alert: Illegible tire size information may result in the wrong tires being installed, increasing the risk of a crash.

2023 Chevrolet Blazer 2LT AWD
MSRP: $37,800
Potential savings below MSRP: 7%+
Predicted owner satisfaction: 3/5
Predicted Reliability: The 2023 Blazer is rated at 4/5 and is expected to be more reliable than the average new car based on data from 2020, 2022 and 2022 models.

2023 Chevrolet Equinox LT with 1LT AWD
MSRP: $29,300
Potential savings below MSRP: 8%+
Predicted owner satisfaction: 3/5
Predicted Reliability: The 2023 Equinox is rated at only 3/5 and is expected to have about average reliability when compared to the average new car based on data from 2020, 2021 and 2022 models.

Note: The 2023 Equinox already has 2 recall alerts: (1) In the event of a crash, a front passenger air bag that deploys with a child or infant in the front passenger seat can increase their risk of injury. (2) A seat with a missing or loose bolt may not properly restrain the occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

2023 Chevrolet Traverse Premier AWD
MSRP: $49,800
Potential savings below MSRP: 7%+
Predicted owner satisfaction: 3/5
Predicted Reliability: 2023 Chevrolet Traverse Premier AWD is rated at only 3/5 and is expected to have about average reliability when compared to the average new car based on data from 2020, 2021 and 2022 models.

2023 GMC Acadia Denali AWD
MSRP: $50,600
Potential savings below MSRP: 5%+
Predicted owner satisfaction: 2/5—only 57% of owners stated they would definitely purchase that same vehicle again.
Predicted Reliability: The 2022 Acadia Denali is rated at only 3/5 and is expected to have about average reliability when compared to the average new car based on data from 2019, 2020 and 2021 models.

Note: The 2023 Acadia already has 1 recall alert: Illegible tire size information may result in the wrong tires being installed, increasing the risk of a crash.

Good Deals on New Pickups

2023 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab 5'7" Box 4WD
MSRP: $49,125
Potential savings below MSRP: 7%
Predicted owner satisfaction: 4/5
Predicted Reliability: The 2023 Ram 1500 is rated at only 3/5 and is expected to have about average reliability when compared to the average new car based on data from 2020, 2021 and 2022 models.

And finally…

For a more detailed breakdown of the data, please visit the CR website. Note that while access to some information requires a CR membership, the potential savings make it negligible in comparison when looking for the latest information to aid your car buying research.

For more CR-related new and used car reviews, here are some useful ones with car shopping advice for consumers:

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Best Used Cars and SUVs for Less Than $5,000 Recommended by Consumer Reports

Timothy Boyer is an automotive reporter based in Cincinnati. Experienced with early car restorations, he regularly restores older vehicles with engine modifications for improved performance. Follow Tim on Twitter at @TimBoyerWrites for daily news and topics related to new and used cars and trucks.

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