Doug DeMuro gives the 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada a mixed 50/100 score, praising it as a pioneering luxury SUV that arrived a decade before the BMW X5 with genuinely innovative features like its full-time Smart Track all-wheel drive system and futuristic CRT digital gauge cluster with turn signal animations. The cabin and livability stand out with thoughtful storage solutions and comfortable leather seating, though the experience is undermined by awkward design choices like poorly integrated bumpers with massive panel gaps and impractical cup holders. The bigger problem is performance—the 160-horsepower 4.3L V6 engine is loud, unrefined, and slow, while the back seat lacks headrests entirely, reflecting the era's safety standards. This vehicle appeals primarily to collectors and automotive enthusiasts interested in SUV history rather than anyone seeking a practical daily driver.