Test Drives and Car Reviews of the Latest New Vehicles
Car reviews and test drives of new vehicles by the editors of AutoGuide.com. Each new car review article by our in-house team of experts includes information on: standard features, trim levels, performance statistics, price (MSRP), fuel mileage (mpg), driving impressions and how it compares with the competition. Complete with industry leading video car reviews, also look for our definitive verdict on if you should buy this car.
Based on the award-winning Fusion Hybrid, the Lincoln MKZ takes all that’s good about its sibling and wraps it in a finely tailored suit. But are customers looking for classical high fashion or something a little more Avant-garde?
Because the standard Escalade might not suit all your needs, the larger ESV model adds almost two feet of space in the same capable and luxurious package.
A nod to enthusiasts, the R-Spec model delivers the added performance of the Track edition, without the added cost. The tradeoff is a lack of just a few luxury features.
With Lexus quality and luxury, plus a powerful V6 engine the IS350C is the epitome of what a luxury convertible should be.
No just a competitor to cars like the Chevy HHR, Toyota Matrix or Hyundai Elantra Touring, the Jetta SportWagen is a solid alternative to compact crossovers.
Smaller and cheaper than other cargo vans in North America, the Ford Transit Connect is based on a car platform, delivering a better driving experience and a gasoline engine. But its strengths are also its weaknesses, with little minimal space compared to truck-sized competitors.
With the Boxster Spyder it’s as though Porsche build a Lotus with a better engine, transmission and more sophisticated interior.
The leader in the compact pickup class, it’s not hard to see why the Tacoma continues to outsell rivals thanks to strong engine choices, a low entry cost, a more modern look and Toyota’s legendary reliability. We could do with improved fuel economy though.
The Nissan Juke is part sports coupe, part hatchback and part crossover. Yes it’s ugly, but it also gets an incredible engine, a high-tech AWD system and innovative interior tech items.
The 2011 Ford Edge isn’t actually an all-new model; it’s just a mid-cycle refresh. But you wouldn’t know it, with a new design, new engines and Ford’s groundbreaking new MyFordTouch infotainment system.
Mazda’s 7-seater CX-9 has space for people and their cargo, plus it’s got the company’s trademark fun-to-drive qualities and plenty of style. The drawback? Fuel economy.
Functional and fun to look at, we’ll miss the SS model. Still, with two modest engine offerings the HHR doesn’t just offer a unique package; it’s also an excellent alternative to the family sedan.
A luxury two-door that doubles as a sports car, the Cadillac CTS-V Coupe is so powerful it simply might not have any competitors.
Without a vehicle in its lineup to compete with top-tier luxury saloons, Infiniti’s new M sedan was designed for double-duty with rivals ranging from the 5 Series to S Class. Being able to deliver high levels of both luxury and sport, the M56 is destined for success.
Rather than a wild departure from the first-gen tC, Scion chose to carefully update the 2011 model with improvements in all areas, including driving dynamics as well as added power and fuel economy. But the most telling changes can be found inside.
For decades Chevy’s compact sedans have shored up the bottom of the segment for those who simply didn’t have the cash or didn’t want to spend it on a properly built and outfitted vehicle. Replacing the Cobalt for 2011, the new Cruze wasn’t just designed to be competitive, but to win.
Surveying the market, Porsche has made key improvements to the all-new second generation Cayenne, eliminating those few flaws it had while further improving on what was already the premiere offering in the luxury SUV segment.
It’s not often that you can describe a convertible sports car as being a value, but after a close examination of all that the Nissan 370Z Roadster has to offer when compared to its European rivals and the choice of what fun-in-the-sun car to buy becomes an easy one.
With excellent handling and luxury for four, the only thing missing from Porsche’s new Panamera model is some added low-end grunt.
With the M3 already one of the best handling cars on the market, BMW’s new Competition Package is sure to appeal to the enthusiast crowd. But how slight is the advantage, and how few will ever truly find out?
Subaru already builds the perfect car for enthusiasts, the WRX STI. So how do you make it better? Simple, make it a lighter, better handling machine and take $2,000 off the base price.
With standout looks, and everything you’d expect from a Japanese or German luxury sport sedan like a premium interior, capable handling, a powerful engine and a smooth ride, the Cadillac CTS represents a true bargain in the entry-level luxury segment.
Luxurious and powerful, but not without its flaws, the 5 Series Gran Turismo replaces the 5 Series Wagon in BMW’s North American lineup, but also targets luxury SUV buyers. Unfortunately, it’s even got SUV-like fuel economy.
Updated in 2010 with a revised look, new interior trim and more options, the 2011 Infiniti G37 sedan continues to be Japan’s best answer to the German competition.