Likes Distinct Volvo retro P-1800 styling Responsive low-end torque Fun-to-drive 6-speed manual Black alloy wheels provide a mean sporty look Dislikes High-end power a bit lacking MPG doesn’t meet expectations Limited cargo space Nowadays it seems like every major manufacturer has a compact hatchback offering on the market, what with oil prices still sky high [...]
Tri-Athletic Competition Likes: Addition of powerful and fuel efficient 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6 Ease of use and sophistication of the 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen multi-media center Luxurious cabin and craftsmanship on par with European vehicles Dislikes: High cost of entry for SRT model Choice of 3 Quadra AWD systems with various capabilities & pricing may be confusing [...]
Range Rover Garners Epic Devotion Likes: Retains its opulent stature along with its British grizzly characteristics All-aluminum body improves performance and agility, while lightening the load Off-road prowess is extraordinary Imperial grade interior is fit for kings and noblemen Dislikes: Soft front end Must wait in line due to high demand Price is stratospheric It [...]
Likes: Fuel-sipping economy in the mid-40s Strong low-end torque good for off-the-line and passing moves Euro-styling and even better road manners Fender audio system that rawks Rear seats that fold down and allow extension of trunk space Dislikes: Sensitive brakes makes it almost impossible to brake smoothly Raspy-sounding engine and un-linear torque curve Statistics from [...]
2014 Jaguar F-Type – Forever Typecast At first glance Jaguar’s latest sports car resembles a vehicle from Speed Racer, something Speed or his infamous brother Racer-X would drive. With its aerodynamic blueprint, chiseled fascia, aluminum monocoque construction, low center of gravity and powerful V8, the all-new 2014 F-Type is enthusiastically ready for either the streets [...]
Likes: Composed handling Eager 3.5L V6 powerplant Reasonably efficient gas mileage for its class Strong winter performer Exterior makeover has an upmarket Maxima flare Dislikes: A-pillar imposes driver blind spots 40/60 split seats as opposed to a center ski sack, was less than optimal for our snow bound excursion BOSE sound system was acceptable but [...]
Likes: Best styling in the Porsche showroom One of the most rigid chassis structures in the world Excellent PDK transmission Dislikes: Low torque Expansive, expensive option list Base means base The Porsche Cayman has always offered the market’s best alternative to a Porsche 911, and the 2014 model makes an even better argument for skipping [...]















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