Friday, 30 October 2020 14:59
2020 BMW X3 xDrive30e First Test: Worth Every Penny?
Not the fastest or most efficient, but its cost could pencil out. Usually when you face a choice between a conventional gas or plug-in hybrid SUV or car, the PHEV struggles to save enough fuel to offset the cost of the battery, motor, and all that extra copper. For some drivers, the BMW X3 xDrive30e might just pencil out. But…
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Friday, 30 October 2020 04:40
Lexus UX SUV review
"The economical Lexus UX looks and feels great, but falls short on versatility" The premium compact SUV class is growing rapidly at the moment. Buyers can't get enough of fashionable crossovers such as the BMW X2 and Audi Q2. 'Hybrid' has become something of a buzzword, too, so a hybrid premium compact SUV really ought to be a sales sensation.…
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Thursday, 29 October 2020 17:21
2022 Volkswagen Taos Previews an Important New Engine for VW
An early prototype drive in VW’s upcoming Taos subcompact ute reveal its new Miller-capable 1.5-liter turbo-four should enliven the low end of VW’s lineup. Oxnard, California, is an overlooked American automotive nerve center. The city surrounds Port Hueneme, where massive car-carrying ships disgorge vehicles for at least 18 manufacturers. It's also the port from which Tesla vehicles leave for export…
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Thursday, 29 October 2020 04:38
Lexus LC Convertible reviews
Luxury convertibles will never be big sellers, but Lexus intends the LC Convertible to be even more exclusive than most. Only planning to sell a few hundred a year should mean this car remains seriously desirable – that’s if its eye-catching looks and the allure of a powerful and characterful V8 engine aren’t enough to do that. But being a…
Wednesday, 28 October 2020 18:14
2021 Toyota Sienna Review: A Strange Brew
The verdict: The redesigned 2021 Sienna is Toyota’s gambit to avoid a cookie-cutter minivan at all costs. It’s refreshing in some ways, but other aspects will make you wish the automaker had stuck to a more conventional approach. Versus the competition: As you might expect for any redesigned minivan, the new Sienna has more family-friendly features than you can shake…
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Wednesday, 28 October 2020 06:55
Mercedes-AMG E 53 2021 Launched With 423BHP
Mercedes has unveiled an updated version of its entry-level AMG E 53 performance saloon, hot on the heels of the facelifted standard E-Class range. The brand’s updated rival for the Audi S6 is on sale in the UK now, with prices starting from £64,750 for the saloon and £66,750 for the estate. The updated AMG E 53 4MATIC+’s styling tweaks…
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Tuesday, 27 October 2020 05:05
2021 BMW M440i xDrive Noses Away From Its Roots
The M440i xDrive's spectacular inline-six can't quite make up for the rest of the car. Traditionalists will say the new 4-series maintains only a passing resemblance to a BMW, like an unlicensed rendering in a video game. They'll also note the attention-snaring vertically oriented grille. But what's most disappointing is that it's not as good to drive as we'd expect…
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Tuesday, 27 October 2020 05:01
New Hyundai i30 Fastback N Line 2020 review
The new Hyundai i30 Fastback N Line looks great, but what's it like from behind the wheel? We find out... The Hyundai i30 N Line Fastback certainly adds a little more excitement to the compact family car class, but behind the looks is a car that falls short in key areas. The sluggish dual-clutch gearbox and overly firm ride compromise…
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