The classic economy sedans have left the old days far, far behind. Cheap cars used to be brutally simple and bare bones. Everything was manual; windows, door locks, transmission, these cars even made you tune the radio by hand. It was madness! These days, the cheaper cars, well, aren’t cheap. They are as nice or …
SUVs are no longer just popular; they’re omnipresent. Unfortunately, that spells doom for some of Kia’s most well-respected yet under-appreciated models.
Nissan admits that its models are all over the place right now. But even so, this Japanese car brand still offers some comfortable cruisers. As you shop around, you might wonder: what are the most reliable Nissan cars? We’ve created a list of the most reliable Nissans based on data from Consumer Reports. These ratings indicate how well a …
Subaru is a unique breed because this brand delivers on both comfort and adventure. And if you specifically want a Subie ideal for city-driving, you might be interested in the Impreza or the Crosstrek. Both models have charming qualities, but how would you go about choosing between the two? Driving the 2021 Subaru Impreza vs. Subaru Crosstrek The Impreza …
Many Hyundai vehicles are honorable. But two of the brand’s most popular models are the Hyundai Tucson and the Hyundai Elantra. These Hyundais are ideal for everyday drives and offer desirable in-car tech. But how would you decide between a compact car like the 2021 Elantra and a compact SUV like the 2021 Tucson? Driving the 2021 Hyundai …
We’re still bummed that the Honda Fit won’t return as a new model for 2021. But at least Honda still offers a couple of small and versatile models for us to consider. The Honda HR-V formally takes the Fit’s place, and then there’s the Civic Hatchback. Would you pick the HR-V over the Civic Hatchback? Driving the 2021 Honda HR-V vs. …
It is no secret that the Ford Fusion is going out of production in the U.S. alongside the rest of the brand’s sedans. However, there are plenty of brand-new Fusions sitting in lots across the country. While some deals for the outgoing sedan may be tempting, you may want to wait before pulling the trigger. …
The arrival of the 2022 Honda Civic Prototype marked some significant changes for one of its most important models. Aside from the obvious visual improvements, the 2022 Civic should arrive with better tech and a redesigned interior. As a result, the new generation is set to be a massive step forward. That leaves the current-gen …
With all of the recent improvements Nissan has made to various models, it is more tempting than ever to buy one. The Sentra, for example, offers tremendous value for its $19,410 base price. In terms of EVs, the LEAF is not only affordable but quite reliable as well. The Altima, on the other hand, remains …
The Tesla Model S has enjoyed a healthy amount of time as the top dog in the electric sedan world. However, as battery technology improves, and more brands embrace electric vehicles, competition is inevitable. One of the most intriguing brands stepping up to the plate to battle is Lucid Motor and its Lucid Air luxury …
The Hyundai Sonata isn’t exactly what you think of when you envision a sports sedan. However, to try and sway that perception, Hyundai has introduced the Sonata N Line. With a 290-hp engine under the hood, a dual-clutch automatic transmission, and a tech-filled interior, the Sonata N Line is off to a good start. Today …
The 2022 Honda Civic Prototype arrives with a completely re-designed aesthetic. While the sedan and hatchback will return for 2022, Honda has taken an ax to the Civic coupe. This new Civic is set to include greater tech features and more standard safety equipment. However, keep in mind that we’re looking at a prototype, not …
The Honda Accord was just refreshed for the 2021 model year and with it came some aesthetic changes inside and out as well as a price hike. However, if you’re currently shopping for an Accord, then you might wonder which trim level you should pick since there are six to choose from. If you’re looking …
The 2021 Hyundai Elantra is one of the brand’s most important products. Since the Elantra has to compete with the likes of the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla, it has to be great. In this regard, the all-new Elantra is off to a great start, offering sharp aesthetics, powerful engine options, and an affordable price. …
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is one of the most established and respected midsize luxury models currently available. So much so that the model 2021 was just named MotorTrend’s Car of the Year. One of the E-Class‘s greatest strengths is its versatility. You can have it as a sedan, convertible, coupe, or station wagon with various engines …
The 2021 Hyundai Elantra N is the brand’s newest sports sedan. It is safe to say the brand is on a roll with the release of the Hyundai Palisade, Tucson, and Santa Fe. Today we’re focusing on their sporty efforts with the 2021 Hyundai Elantra N Prototype. Early tests reveal that the 276-hp Elantra N …
Buying a luxury sedan is almost always a recipe for massive losses to depreciation. However, the Audi A6 takes the cake as one of the fastest depreciating vehicles sold in the U.S. A new study by iSeeCars found that three-year-old Audi A6’s on average lost 55.8 percent of their original value, easily turning a nicely …
The release of the all-new 2022 Honda Civic is just around the corner. Lucky for us, Honda has given us a sneak peek of the sedan’s design with an all-new video. Unfortunately, the Civic Coupe won’t be making a comeback for 2022. While most new car reveals are happening virtually, Honda has decided to unveil …
If you’re in the market for a 2021 Toyota Corolla and you haven’t given the 2021 Mazda3 a look, you’re doing yourself a disservice. While previous generations of the Mazda were plastic-filled, noisy, and uncomfortable machines, the newest generation is a major leap forward. The Toyota Corolla is a great machine, offering tons of safety …
When shopping for a luxury sedan, there are many features to pay close attention to. For example, you may need to decide whether or not you want navigation and the premium sound system, or maybe even the head-up display. Interior and exterior colors are important, too, but if you’re going to use the car for …
Mercedes-Benz is a luxurious automobile that hails from abroad and graces us with powerful engines and plush interiors. The brand now has a broad price range to include those with pockets a bit more on the shallow side compared to some of the deep pocket models. Pricing ranges from the low $30s to well over …
Perhaps you’ve decided not to follow suit with the trend of the masses and upsize to a crossover. If so, you may wonder which sensible sedan offers the most cargo space. Of all the 2020 sedans on the market, not all trunks are created equal. What car has the biggest trunk? Some trunks are large, …
Cars like the G70 show how well Genesis can deliver luxury at an affordable price. The Genesis G70 itself has won multiple awards and proven to be both a reliable and safe premium sedan. However, it’s not quite perfect. Minor manufacturing bugs aside, one critique of the G70 has been a lack of power. But, …
Apart from the Maybach models, the top Mercedes model is the S-Class. The flagship sedan just got updated for 2021 and offers even more luxury and safety features. But the other German luxury marques have their own flagships, too. For Audi, it’s the A8. And for BMW, it’s the 7 Series. So how does the …
Kia has managed to redefine the sedan class, even though this market isn’t as popular as it once was. Kia has been killing the sedan game by offering more value and luxury, influencing other carmakers to do the same. So if you’re shopping for a new and reliable car, Kia likely has an ideal choice for you. 2020 …
Sleepers come in all shapes and sizes, but sedans are commonly-featured. Models like the Mercedes-Benz 500E and Subaru Legacy Spec B look little-different from their baser counterparts. Which makes them perfect for robbers looking to hide or run away from the fuzz. And decades before the Lotus Carlton rocketed past British cops, the Jaguar Mk2 …
Just like BMW has Alpina and M, Mercedes also has separate divisions for luxury and speed. The latter is handled by AMG. And for the former, there’s Maybach. Rather like Alpina, it used to be its own brand; it was even founded by former Mercedes engineers. Now, it symbolizes the most exclusive and expensive models …
A daily driver doesn’t have to break the bank. Though buying a brand new car is exciting, it’s not always the most practical choice. If you want good car that can get from A to B safely and reliably but that isn’t too expensive, you might find yourself looking at used car options. For under …
While it’s cutting cars in favor of SUVs and crossovers, AMG is still producing incredibly-fast Mercedes models. For example, the Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 can out-accelerate a Corvette. And in the early 2000s, the E55 AMG was the fastest production sedan on the planet. But, while the tuner’s history contains some oddballs—like a 500-hp minivan—and even …
When you think of luxury cars, one of the first brands that come to our minds is the Lexus. Over the years, they’ve produced some pretty impressive vehicles that ranked high in reliability ratings. However, the 2020 model has fallen far short of where they used to be. US News & World Report ranked the segment’s small luxury cars, and …
Up until now, the V on the back of certain Cadillacs was the equivalent of BMW’s M. It meant not just speed, but handling prowess, too. Unfortunately, much like M itself, some of Cadillac’s latest V models don’t necessarily live up to the badge. The CT4-V is a good example. And although the base CT5 …
Despite the love it gets, the Kia Stinger and its corporate cousin, the Genesis G70, looked like they were on the chopping block. Happily, that’s not the case. Although it’s not getting a performance boost for 2021, the Stinger sports sedan is getting updated for 2022. Here’s what we know so far. 2022 Kia Stinger: …
When it comes to buying a new car, you can usually get a great deal on an option that’s just a few years old, but still within the latest generation for the model. Right now, 2017 model years seem to be the sweet spot for buying a used car. They are old enough to have …
The mid-size sedan segment is basically ruled by the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord and it has been for years. And while the Mazda6 doesn’t share as much of the spotlight as it’s other Japanese rivals, it still brings a lot to the table via a unique sense of style and refined sportiness. We’ve already …
When it comes to reasonably-affordable EVs, the Tesla Model 3 sets the segment standard. But the competition, such as the Chevy Bolt, Mini Cooper SE, and the Mustang Mach-E crossover, is catching up. And now, the Model 3 has another competitor, courtesy of Volvo’s electric (and former performance) division: the Polestar 2. 2021 Polestar 2: …
Buying a luxury car is nice, but it comes with a high price tag and several other expenses that make them less-than-desirable for your daily commute. When you have a vehicle that goes mile after mile each day, you don’t want to be concerned with the costs that come up every service interval, and there …
With the steep depreciation that hits luxury cars and the lack of practicality of sports cars, sometimes keeping things simple is best. For commuter cars, having something standard can be beneficial in many ways. Standard sedans might not have luxurious Alcantara seats or high-tech features, but they do have a lot to offer wrapped in …
Kia has a new model in its lineup for 2021 called the K5. As part of any vehicle’s debut, one would expect there to be significant marketing to raise public awareness. Kia certainly agrees. Not only has the 2021 Kia K5 been in the press a lot the last few weeks, but it also just …
Sedans and coupes are being increasingly squeezed out of the market by SUVs and crossovers, not to mention trucks. Quite a few brands, including Ford and Chevrolet, have all but eliminated their passenger car lineups because of this. Mercedes is already planning to phase out a few of its AMG and large-engine sedans. But recent …
When it comes to the luxury sport sedan segment, the BMW 3 Series has always been considered the benchmark. However, the 2021 Acura TLX shows a lot of promise by bringing new engines, new tech, and the return of the Type S moniker to the table. Historically, Acura has only held a slight candle to …
Flawed dream car though it is, the Impreza-based Subaru WRX has an extensive rallying history and dedicated enthusiast following. However, the Impreza isn’t the only sedan that the automaker modified for some extra performance. But unlike the WRX, the Subaru Legacy GT Spec B was less about standing out than blending in. Subaru Legacy GT …
The 2021 IS’ updates, relatively minor as they are, are welcome. Lexus’ compact sports sedan has fallen behind the competition in some ways. And not just to its main rival, the BMW 3-Series. The Genesis G70 has been making a name for itself as a worthy 3-Series opponent. And arguably, the G70 is what the …
If you’re going to spend a large sum on a luxury car, you don’t want to get stuck with an unreliable model. Of all the cars on the Consumer Reports luxury car ratings list, these are the least reliable luxury cars of 2020. Let’s take a closer look at each of the unreliable 2020 luxury …
While necessary emissions regulations are starting to thin its lineup, AMG has always offered high-performance Mercedes models. Sedans have been especially well-represented in its history. Today, BMW offers several 600+ hp sedans, and Dodge has one with over 700 hp. And, as Doug Demuro recently explained, it’s thanks to the 2003 Mercedes E55 AMG. How …
In the US, Lexus has always been the place for Toyota’s most high-end cars. That’s been the case ever since the LS400 made massive waves in the luxury segment. But the brand doesn’t just do reliable luxury. The Lexus LFA, although overshadowed by contemporary supercars, had one of the best naturally-aspirated engines put in a …
Today, Lexus’ vehicles, from passenger cars to 3-row off-road-capable SUVs, enjoy a strong reputation for reliability and comfort. The brand’s vehicles don’t offer features like perfume atomizers or the Rolls-Royce Cullinan’s starlight headliner, true. But then, Lexus started from Toyota, the automaker that created the understated, extremely-exclusive Century. Instead of over-the-top tech, Lexus focused on …
The Volkswagen Passat tends to be forgotten about compared to some of the other mid-sized sedans on the market, such as the Toyota Camry. The Camry is one of the best-selling cars in the segment, and there’s even a TRD trim and all-wheel drive available now. But the VW Passat got an update for the …
Although Toyota enjoys a reputation as a maker of solid and reliable cars, the company’s image isn’t exactly one of excitement. Especially considering some of its past highlights, like the Celica GT4. But Toyota seems to be actively looking to change that perception. The 86 sports car is getting an update, and Toyota’s TRD division …
Genesis, Hyundai’s luxury brand, is in the middle of a full lineup blitz. The automaker has already released the GV80 crossover, and it has several more crossovers and SUVs on the way. Genesis is also planning a few more sedans to accompany the G90. Up until now, we’ve only seen a few photos of the …
A subcompact car that offers great value is the Hyundai i20. It’s reliable, affordable, and easy to drive and park. It features up-to-date infotainment and safety tech, and a redesign for 2021 sharpens the styling of this five-door hatchback. But if you haven’t heard of the i20 it might be because it’s available overseas but not …
Small and reasonably priced, the Sentra has been Nissan’s flagship compact car for years. It boasts great fuel economy, an easy ride, and best of all, a super-low starting price. But does bargain prices equal bargain safety? The Nissan brand has a reputation for making safe and dependable cars, but how safe is the Nissan …
