– Buyers seeking a vehicle capable of hauling both people and cargo are more and more frequently selecting three-row crossovers over minivans, and among the throngs of available options is the Toyota Highlander. It’s a satisfactory if unexceptional choice with a spacious cabin, good build quality, and efficient engines. Driving enthusiasts won’t find the Highlander […]
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2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 S, Tested in Depth: A New King Is Crowned
– All new for 2018, the Mercedes-AMG E63 S is the German brand’s mid-size, ultra-performance flagship sedan. Equipped with a 603-hp twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 engine, this all-wheel-drive supersedan is armed with an additional 207 horses compared with the already impressive Mercedes-AMG E43. Unsurprisingly, the all-wheel-drive E63 S is mind-blowingly quick. More astonishing, however, are the […]
2018 Kia Cadenza in Depth: Quietly Exceeding Expectations of Label Snobs Everywhere
– Kia’s Cadenza is a compelling choice in a shrinking segment. For those who prefer sedans to SUVs, it not only represents a solid value but also provides near-luxury features throughout its model range. Inside its well-built cabin is room for four adults to stretch out in comfort, and the luxe features only get better […]
2018 Hyundai Accent in Depth: The Economy Car for Adults
– Entry-level cars often offer only entry-level features, but the Hyundai Accent brings many upscale, desirable items down into the subcompact segment—albeit as optional extras. A 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is available, for example, as is automated emergency braking. The Accent also comes wrapped in a grown-up exterior that […]
2018 Honda Fit Tested in Depth: Practically Dazzling
– Honda’s Fit is aptly named: You can fit much more stuff inside it than in any other subcompact thanks to its boxy shape and multi-way folding rear seats. It also is a strong value, with class-competitive refinement and build quality and a $ 17,080 base price. The 2018 model adds active safety features such […]
2018 Toyota Prius Tested in Depth: A Classic Continues
– It has been nearly two decades since Toyota launched its segment-defining hybrid. Gasoline-electric powertrains are commonplace now, but Toyota has taken steps to make sure its Prius still stands out. This compact hatch features an extremely unusual—some would say cartoonlike—exterior that makes it impossible to ignore in dealer lots and organic grocery co-ops alike. […]
2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class in Depth: Four-Wheeled Luxury Perfection
– There’s many a reason that the Mercedes-Benz S-class is considered the benchmark for luxury cars. Its fit and finish quality is perfect, its powertrains buttery smooth, and its cabin packed with both the most luxurious and most high-tech features available today. In addition, Mercedes-Benz regularly updates its venerable flagship with the latest and greatest. […]
2018 Volvo V90 / V90 Cross Country Tested in Depth: Crossover Positives without the Negatives
– Buying a sports car isn’t the only way to own a rare and unique vehicle. There’s a wagon for that. Well, two, actually. Volvo is continuing its long-boot tradition with a pair of vehicles that are far less common on public roads than Porsche 911s: the V90 and V90 Cross Country. These two Swedish […]
2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport in Depth: Clearance-Bin Prices, Clearance-Bin Character
– Mitsubishi’s smallest crossover offering, the Outlander Sport, plays in a highly competitive field of small crossovers and is the least impressive offering there, earning the automotive equivalent of a participation medal. Its driving dynamics are dull, its interior quality is shameful, and it offers no semblance of modernity. It’s desperately in need of a […]
2018 Audi S5 Sportback, Tested in Depth: Fast Hatch with a Slight Catch
– The four-door hatchback Audi S5 Sportback combines the comfort and convenience of the S4 sedan with the sleek looks of the S5 coupe. The S5 Sportback is powered by a turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 engine with 354 horsepower and a heady 369 lb-ft of torque. A smooth-shifting eight-speed automatic transmission is standard, and it works […]
