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Highlights: The 2014 model celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Mustang. For the 2013 model year, the 444-horsepower Boss 302 has been discontinued. Gas conscious consumers will appreciate the fact that this mass market sports car does not require premium fuel. Test vehicle’s MSRP: $40,825 (Base GT Model starts at $31,695) Seating Capacity: 4 Standard […]

Highlights: The Malibu is available with Chevy’s signature hybrid-like engine, which is known as eAssist. This hybrid-like fuel-saving technology is only available on the Eco model. With the eAssist engine, the Malibu is able to achieve 37-mpg on the highway. And, for the first time, the 2013 Malibu is only available with a 4-cylinder engine. […]

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Highlights: Lexus flagship sedan has been reworked for the 2013 model year, offering a sportier flair. The LS is still based off of the 2006 platform, which was the last time the vehicle was totally redesigned. Test vehicle’s MSRP: $86,875 (Base LS starts at $72,885) Seating Capacity:  5 Standard Safety Features: airbags (driver, front, side, […]

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Highlights: Pricing for 2014 increases by $1,100 from the 2013 model. For the first time a diesel is available, according to the folks at Jeep, the vehicle can achieve 30-mpg. This is unheard for a SUV. Test vehicle’s MSRP: $48,985 (Base Grand Cherokee starts at $29,790) Seating Capacity:  5 Standard Safety Features: airbags (front, side, […]

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Highlights: A hybrid model will be joining the line up later this year. Acura no longer refers to the flaghship as the RL; its now known as the RLX. Test vehicle’s MSRP: $55,345 (Base RLX starts at $49,345) Seating Capacity:  5 Standard Safety Features: airbags (driver, front, side, knee and curtain); vehicle stability assist; ABS; […]

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Highlights: This is a rear-wheel drive luxury sedan available in a variety of engine configurations: a 6-cylinder, a hybrid or an 8-cylinder. In 2014, the M goes through a name change, returning as the Q. Test vehicle’s MSRP: $70,195 (Base M starts at $49,605 ) Seating Capacity:  5 Standard Safety Features: airbags (front, rear, side […]

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Highlights: The Acura RDX went through a major overhaul during the 2013 model year. Test vehicle’s MSRP: $40,515 (Base model starts at $35,415) Seating Capacity:  5 Standard Safety Features: airbags (driver, passenger, side, curtain); rollover sensors; vehicle stability assist; a tire pressure monitoring system; and daytime running lights Standard Equipment: 18-inch wheels; leather seats; push-button […]

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Highlights: The redesign Range Rover is the first SUV to be built from a light-weight, all- aluminum body, causing the vehicle to be lighter, while at the same time improving gas mileage. And don’t expect a third-row in any Land Rover. This is a true five seater, with room for cargo. Test vehicle’s MSRP: $96,195 […]

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Highlight: For the 2013 model year, Ford will offer an EcoBoost 4-cylinder engine, which will produce approximately 31-mpg on the highway. This is a first for the fullsize sedan. Test vehicle’s MSRP: $41,135 (Base Limited Model Front-Wheel Drive starts at $33,895) Seating Capacity: 5 Standard Safety Features: air bags (front, curtain and side); a rollover […]

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Highlight: Only 300 Impreza WRX Special Edition sedans will be built this model year. Test vehicle’s MSRP: $ 29,565, before options are added-on…… Seating Capacity: 5 Standard Safety Features: air bags; ABS; electronic brake force distribution system; daytime running lights; incline start assist keeps the car from rolling backwards on a hill; a tire pressure […]

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Highlight: This is Mazda’s first vehicle to incorporate the brand’s signature SKYACTIV technology, which helps to improve fuel economy, while combining both power and torque. Test vehicle’s MSRP: $30,415 (Base Model starts at $21,790) Seating Capacity: 5 Standard Safety Features: air bags (front, side and rear); ABS; traction control; a tire pressure monitoring system; a […]

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The Facts It was in 1998, when the Lexus IS first hit the scene. Thereafter, the second generation made it way to dealerships in 2005.  Since 2005, the second generation IS has gotten a little long in the tooth. Nevertheless, while the first-generation and the second generation IS may have had an appealing design, it […]