What’s Hot: Besides this much-anticipated addition to the Mustang family and after all of the major changes last year, there are just a few updates for the 2016 model year. The big news is that the Shelby GT350, which pumps out a whopping 526-horsepower, returns to the lineup, after a short break in fastback form only. […]
What’s Hot: The Volkswagen Jetta went through a major overhaul in 2015, while the Jetta GLI received its bold and sporty upgrades during the 2016 model year. For the 2016 model year, all Jettas will be available with two turbo engines. The 2.0-liter non turbo has been dropped for the model year. In a time […]
What’s Hot: This is definitely not your father’s (brother’s or sister’s) Cavalier or Cobalt, which served as previous mediocre compacts for Chevy, before the Cruze hit the scene a few years ago. However, by changing the name a generation ago, Chevy’s marketing team hoped they would infuse some life into their compact again. And with the new […]
Highlight: The Elantra can be outfitted with hands free radar-activated trunk! Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $27,710 (Base model $17,985) Seating Capacity: 5 Standard Safety Features: ABS; airbags; driver’s blind spot mirror (outside mirror); Daytime Running lights; electronic stability control; traction control; and a tire pressure monitoring system Standard Equipment (Base SE Model): 15-inch wheels; a manual […]
What’s Hot: The seventh-generation Maxima was a little long on the tooth. It literally stayed around too long. However, the all-new, eighth-generation Maxima, with its bold curves and aggressive styling, provided us with the adrenaline rush that was missing from the previous generation. The front-wheel drive Maxima is available in a variety of trims, with an […]
What’s Hot: With the exception of some minor updates to the grille made when the vehicle was introduced in February 2015, the CX-5 is basically a carryover. A 2016 5 model was introduced in January 2016 with a few minor content changes. The five-seater compact crossover is available in three trims, with either a front-wheel drive […]
What’s Hot: After receiving a mid-model year refresh over the past two years, which included a host of new fuel-efficient engines and styling updates, the XC60 is a basically a carryover for the 2016 model year. The luxurious, car-like handling of the five passenger crossover is available with four different powertrains and approximately three trim levels. […]
What’s Hot: For the 2016 model year, the 9th generation Accord received a number of mid-cycle updates. Some of those updates include an Acura-like headlight system which has been infused into a major facelift, upgraded tires, a more rigid body structure, a remote engine start system, front and rear parking sensors and rear heated seats. For […]
What’s Hot: Along with the brand’s new turbo engine, the second-generation Sportage has been reworked both inside and out, giving the vehicle more of a near luxury experience. This compact crossover is available in a front-wheel drive or an all-wheel drive configuration, with two powertrains, including the all-new 2.0-liter turbo. While we were already big fans […]
What’s Hot: The 2016 Outlander receives a mid-model year update, with significant enhancements to this seven passenger crossover. For the 2016 model year, the price of entry for this new and improved model is approximately $200 less than last year’s model. Mitsubishi’s reworked flagship crossover is available in either a two-wheel drive or an all-wheel drive configuration. […]
What’s Hot: The 2016 Kia Optima has been reworked inside and out, offering a more refined vehicle with an evolutionary styling cue. For the first time, the Kia Optima, which is manufactured in West Point, Georgia will be available as a plug-in hybrid, as well as a traditional hybrid. Optima also adds the latest high-tech safety […]
Need a family vehicle? The 2016 Nissan Pathfinder is totally restyled from the boxy truck-style you may remember from the 90’s. While it’s been overlooked in some households due to its sexier hybrid and upgraded American-made counterparts, it’s still a good, relatively affordable option for a safe, roomy family ride. What’s Hot: With the exception of […]
