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Review: 2010 Suzuki Kizashi SE AWD
Suzuki's automotive division is in the midst of a makeover. The transformation began in 2007 with the introduction of the compact and compelling SX4 sedan and crossover. Next, the company jettisoned its rebadged Daewoo-made Forenza, Reno, and Verona, as well as its General Motors-based XL-7 SUV. Its next and latest move might be its best: The [...]
Review: 2010 Kia Forte SX Sedan
Kia first appeared in the U.S. in the early-to-mid 1990s (Portland, Oregon's Ron Tonkin Kia was the first Kia dealer in the U.S.), and was mostly thought of as an entry-level automaker offering inexpensive, and, well, basic transportation. Hey—we all have to start somewhere. However, Kia has kept its nose to the automotive grindstone, offering [...]
Review: 2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Limited
There are a lot of Subarus in the Pacific Northwest. There is a lot of rain in the Pacific Northwest. Coincidence? I think not. All Subarus come with the company's famous all-wheel drive—great for the area's rain-slicked roads and snow-covered mountain passes. The newly redesigned 2010 Legacy offers more interior room, more MPGs, and more [...]
Review: 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 Grand Touring
2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 Grand Touring Vital Stats Engine: 3.8 liter V6 (306HP/266TQ) Drivetrain Layout: Front engine/Rear wheel drive Transmission: 6-speed automatic Seating Capacity: 4 Passengers EPA Fuel Economy: 20 city/30 highway Base MSRP $30,000 + $750 (destination charge) Recommended Options: Floor and Cargo Mats ($185), iPod [...]
Video Review: 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 Track
Hyundai has long been the butt of jokes in the US car market. Their cars were known to be cheap in both price and feel. But change is upon us. Beginning with their aptly named “Genesis” platform, Hyundai has put their Japanese rivals on notice. The Sedan targets the best of Lexus, and this coupe version aims for the Infiniti G37 coupe and [...]
Review: 2010 Nissan Z Coupe 370Z
2010 Nissan Z Coupe 370Z Vital Stats Engine: 3.7 liter V6 (332HP/270TQ) Drivetrain Layout: Front engine/Rear wheel drive Transmission: 6-speed manual Seating Capacity: 2 Passengers EPA Fuel Economy: 18 city/26 highway Base MSRP $29,990 + $720 (destination charge) Recommended Options: Sports Package ($3,000) The Basics Take whatever [...]
Battle: Z Cars (300ZX Turbo – 350Z – 370Z)
Ever since Nissan’s 240Z, the “Z Cars” have been lust-worthy. And with the introduction of the 370Z, we knew it was worth gathering up the two prior generations and shooting an all-out comparison. So with a 370Z, a 350Z, and a Twin Turbo 300ZX we headed to some spectacular mountain roads to find which Z is first. Because great cars [...]
Review: 2009 Infiniti G37 Coupe Sport 6MT
2009 Infiniti G37 Coupe Sport Vital Stats Engine: 3.7 liter V6 (330HP/270TQ) Drivetrain Layout: Front engine/Rear wheel drive Transmission: 6-speed manual Seating Capacity: 4 Passengers EPA Fuel Economy: 17 city/25 highway Base MSRP $37,000 + $865 (destination charge) Recommended Options: Navigation Package ($2,200), Premium Package [...]
Review: 2008 Lotus Exige S240
It seems like the boys out in Hethel, UK have finally gotten the memo. In a world of global warming concerns, polar bears wearing sunscreen, and glaciers melting, we still are smack dab in the middle of a horsepower war. The war that is on now makes the 60's horsepower war look like a schoolyard brawl, and Lotus finally is jumping on the [...]
