May 18, 2013
- Pros and Cons* Pros The 2013 Buick Regal benefits from a widely- acclaimed design, excellent road handling, comfortable seats, beautiful interior fit and finish and also from the fact that it is among the rare breed of sedans which offer a manual 6-speed transmission. Cons Caveats include an options list which quickly inflates the price, lack of rear-seat headroom, insipid 2.4-litre engine and questionable resale value. Price The eAssist-equipped...
- Pros and Cons* Pros The 2013 Chevrolet Equinox distinguishes itself from its competition with its passenger-friendly cabin, excellent build quality, generous interior space and sliding rear seats. Cons The oversized A-pillars that reduce forward visibility, complex audio controls, anemic 4-cylinder engine and expensive options hinder its desirability. Price The base LS model starts at $26,935, to which $1,950 must be added for those who desire all...
- Pros and Cons* Pros Eye-catching style, standard all-wheel drive, sporty handling and luxury cabin all get thumbs up for the 2013 Infiniti FX. Cons We can reproach the FX for its limited luggage space, poor fuel economy, lack of high-end comfort and for overpriced 21-inch wheels on the more expensive versions. Price The 2013 base model FX37 starts at $53,350. With a V6 engine, AWD and automatic transmission, it also includes keyless ignition/entry...
- If you were an alien from another world and your spaceship landed in Shanghai, you would immediately conclude that Buick is a planetary titan among automotive brands.
May 17, 2013
- Pros and Cons* Pros Offering a wide choice of engines and ergonomic controls, the 2013 Volkswagen Golf 5-door is comfortable and handles the road smoothly, yet with agility. Cons However, the back seats are tight for room and the heavy fuel consumption and high prices of a few of its premium models may deter some buyers. Photo: Volkswagen Price The basic model starts at $21,475. For $23,025, you get heated seats and...
- This week's McLaren-Honda announcement is likely to have consequences way beyond the racetrack The news that Honda is coming back to Formula 1 in 2015 is interesting in that it confirms that the new Formula 1 rules are attractive to the automobile industry — as was intended.It means while the unambitious Formula 1 teams will be trying to do deals with the existing manufacturers and Honda, the more imaginative will be chasing around the world banging on the doors of the motor companies that have...
- Pros and Cons* Pros Offering a wide choice of engines and ergonomic controls, the 2013 Volkswagen Golf 5-door is comfortable and handles the road smoothly, yet with agility. Cons However, the back seats are tight for room and the heavy fuel consumption and high prices of a few of its premium models may deter some buyers. Photo: Volkswagen Price The basic model starts at $21,475. For $23,025, you get heated seats and...
- Audi is counting on bigger sales of high-performance cars like the RS5, as well as the new version of the A3 compact, to propel volume this year amid intensifying economic headwinds.
May 16, 2013
- Pros and Cons* Pros Luxurious interior, numerous standard features, ideal 50/50 front to rear weight distribution, precise steering and smooth ride are all good arguments in the 2013 Chrysler 300's favour. Cons Its excess weight, unsupportive seats and primitive all-wheel drive system disappoint. Price The base Touring model starts at $34,245. The rear-wheel drive S starts at $38,245 and comes with optional all-wheel drive, which raises the...
- Pros and Cons* Pros Crisp, comfortable ride, stylish instrument panel, and numerous standard features are just a few of the many attributes of the 2013 Ford Focus. Cons Limited trunk space in the sedan version, complex controls, lack of a 6th speed for the manual transmission and an option list that makes the final invoice disappointingly high. Its excess weight has a negative effect on the fuel consumption. Photo: Ford...
- Pros and Cons* Pros Its long list of standard features and alluring design are very impressive. Available options are way beyond what one would expect from a vehicle in this category. The dynamic ride and generous trunk opening are among the multitude of features and advantages that are standard in the 2013 Kia Rio sedan. Cons The engine is easily overburdened (especially in ECO mode) and the interior sound level is high. An options list that can quickly get out of hand and inflate the final...
- Pros and Cons* Pros The interior of the 2013 Infiniti M features high-grade materials and well-integrated, ergonomic technology. Agile on the road, the Infiniti M also offers a good selection of powertrains, including AWD. Cons However, the car suffers from reduced rear visibility, costly option packages and a slightly diminished look - it is not yet in the same league as its German competition. Price The M37, equipped with a 6-cylinder engine,...
- Summary The Mercedes-Benz R350, which falls somewhere between an SUV and a minivan, has yet to find its way into the hearts and minds of consumers, with just 515 units being delivered in 2012. In spite of its gargantuan size, it's supposedly easy to manoeuver and quite agile, and has been described as such by numerous automotive journalists. Pros Prestigious people-hauler, exceptionally quiet ride. Cons Expensive maintenance, dull interior, uninspired silhouette...
- Pros and Cons* Pros Excellent build quality, numerous storage options and its smooth, quiet ride are just some of the strong points of the 2013 Cadillac SRX. Cons Poor lateral seat support, sluggish transmission, unproven reliability, restricted rear visibility and excess weight are some of the sorer points. Price The base SRX has a MSRP of $40,495. The SRX Leather Collection starts at $43,595 to which an additional $3,000 is required for all-...
- Pros and Cons* Pros The 2013 Buick Regal benefits from a widely- acclaimed design, excellent road handling, comfortable seats, beautiful interior fit and finish and also from the fact that it is among the rare breed of sedans which offer a manual 6-speed transmission. Cons Caveats include an options list which quickly inflates the price, lack of rear-seat headroom, insipid 2.4-litre engine and questionable resale value. Price The eAssist-equipped...