I’ve had the privilege of spending a little time with the 2020 Toyota Corolla XSE this week. My verdict so far is that it’s a practical commuter car with a bit of a fun side. There are some features that are very fun and compelling. It’s clear that the team at Toyota really does pay …

Sedans may still be part of Jaguar’s portfolio, but the British brand’s selection in the US is shrinking. For one, its next-gen flagship XJ is still under wraps. And while the XF continues in the US for 2021, it’s losing an engine option and the Sportbrake wagon model. But the sedan cull’s not quite over: …

The Subaru BRZ arrived in North American back in 2012 as an affordable, rear-wheel-drive sports car for the masses. Now, over eight years after its initial debut, Subaru has decided to release a teaser of what the next-gen BRZ will look like. Although the teaser image mostly shows the front wheel and tire, we should …

The M4 is getting a hefty update for 2021; BMW’s also giving it a whole catalog of performance parts. But before the coupe gets its new (functional) grille, it’s getting some love from German tuner Manhart Performance. It’s called the MH4 GTR, and it has enough power to rival the Dodge Charger Hellcat. The Manhart …

Nearly 39 years ago, the Honda Accord became the first Japanese manufactured car produced in the United States. The four-door sedan variant has been a massive success since 1989 and shows no signs of breaking stride. With each new generation, the Honda Accord only got better. Even pre-owned models are well-received by consumers looking to …

The Audi RS5 Coupe and Sportback models are getting a refresh for the 2021 model year. Expected changes to this Audi model include new aggressive exterior styling, innovative technology, and an advanced infotainment system. There are also two new versions of the Audi RS5 being introduced. The Ascari launch and Black Optic launch are limited edition variants …

Courtesy of the 25-year rule, a number of desirable JDM vehicles are now legal to import—including some interesting Toyotas. There’s the WRC homologation special Celica GT4, for example, and the rugged 70-Series Land Cruiser. And there’s also some of the Japanese automaker’s luxury models to choose from. Including the car that’s this week’s Cars and …

A good compact luxury sedan should be comfortable, reliable, and be packed with plenty of technology to justify its price. The Infiniti Q50 accomplishes this for the most part, but it’s still lacking in some critical areas. As MotorTrend points out, the 2020 model’s biggest disappointment was its shortage of standard safety features. Even if …

Today, the Mazda Miata is arguably the definitive affordable convertible sports car. But it didn’t spring up out of nowhere. The Miata is based on classic British roadsters like the MGB, the Triumph Spitfire, and the Austin-Healey Sprite. But they in turn come from another car: the MG TC. Not only is it an important …

Since its release, the second-generation Audi R8 has benefited from the Lamborghini Huracán’s major components. The supercar siblings have the same 5.2-liter V10 engine and seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. Lamborghini recently announced the arrival of the new Huracán Evo RWD, and subsequently, Audi has introduced the 2021 R8 RWD. According to Audi, the new rear-wheel-drive model …

Hatchbacks are great for drivers who want the sleek sedan body with a more functional cargo area. The Honda Fit hatchback is one of Honda’s cheapest and most recognizable models. Its versatile cargo hold even earned it the top spot on MotorTrend’s Best Hatchbacks of 2020 list. This is just one of the Honda Fit’s …

A special edition of the Toyota Corolla will be available for 2021. Called the Corolla Apex, it offers a sportier version of the popular car and is developed around the SE and XSE trim levels. Unfortunately, not everyone loves the car. The Roadshow by CNET review of the new 2021 Toyota Corolla Apex was not …

A TRD trim for the Camry may seem incongruous, but Toyota’s mid-size sedan makes for a decently sporty car. However, there’s another brand known for affordably-priced sporty cars: Mazda. In the Toyota Camry TRD’s case, it competes with the Mazda6, which has its own reputation as a ‘driver’s sedan.’ But which is the faster front-wheel-drive …

There are only so many segments and configurations for vehicles. Recently we see these All-Terrain Luxury Sedans popping up. Yeah, it is a new segment to a certain extent. But is it a compelling segment? What is a lifted, all-terrain Maybach sedan compared to a traditional SUV? Whatever it is Mercedes thinks you’ll want it. …

The Camry isn’t usually what comes to mind when you think of sporty Toyotas. However, the Toyota Camry TRD goes some way to rectify that. But how does it stack up against one of its main sedan rivals, the Honda Accord? Specifically, the most powerful version of the Accord? YouTube team Throttle House wanted to …

Finding a great car for under $12,000 is not easy. After extensive research, it appears buying a Honda might be the best option.

The E30 M3’s status as a revered classic BMW isn’t just due to performance. It led to a long line of sports sedans, with the 2021 BMW M3 being the latest heir. However, the E30’s immediate successor, the E36 M3, doesn’t have quite the same reputation, especially in the US. That’s because, in addition to …

The current-generation Mazda MX-5 Miata is one of the most capable affordable sports cars available for sale. However, the small sporty roadster’s story began back in the 1980s. At the time, Mazda’s lineup consisted mostly of family vehicles with nothing positioned below the rotary-engine-powered RX7. Mazda took a gamble by investing in a mass-market sports …

With the rise of SUV and trucks sales, sedan sales are on the decline. Because of this, many sedan models are being discontinued. Rumor has it that the Honda Civic Coupe is on the way out, and now it appears that the Honda Fit will soon follow.  Is the Honda Fit a bad model, or …

Both the Hyundai Elantra and Sonata have a lot to offer. What are the factors you need to consider when deciding between the two?