[ad_1] The BMW 3-Series has a well-earned reputation for being a competent performer among compact luxury sedans. This year’s version is no different, albeit with one exception. We give the 2018 BMW 3-Series a 7 out of 10 for performance with a hat tip for a strong turbo-4 and a very competent 8-speed automatic. (Read … Read more
[ad_1] The news this year for the 5-Series is the addition of a V-8-powered M550i xDrive, a diesel-powered 540d, and a plug-in hybrid 530e to complement the turbo-4 and turbo-6 530i and 540i respectively. All models are mated to an excellent 8-speed automatic. The base turbo-4 is excellent in many applications, especially in the 530i, … Read more
[ad_1] The 2018 BMW 7-Series is motivated by a broad spectrum of powertrains, perhaps one of the largest spreads for any sedan on sale. Its most efficient version is powered by a turbo-4 and a battery pack, its most powerful version is powered by a turbo-12 and your courage. Every stop along the way, it’s … Read more
[ad_1] The LC vaults Lexus into real sports-car territory. It’s no lightweight, but it’s hashtag-blessed with raucous acceleration, excellent steering, and room to grow into a truly spectacular LC F. We give it a 9 out of 10 for performance. The LC 500 thunders with V-8 grunt, while the LC 500h spins out unexpected gas-electric … Read more
[ad_1] An impressive roster of standard equipment pairs with Infiniti’s traditionally deep array of packaged extras. That’s enough to earn the Q50 a 7 out of 10 on our features scale. (Read more about how we rate cars.) Base Q50s come impressively equipped with standard LED headlights—high and low-beams—and taillights, eight-way adjustable seats, the full … Read more
[ad_1] MSRP: From $34,385 Horsepower: 268 hp MPG: Up to 21 mpg city/30 highway Review continues below Dimensions: 195” L x 72” W x 58” H Curb Weight: 3,461 lbs The 2018 Toyota Avalon is a safe pick. Not only is the full-size sedan a top performer when it comes to safety data, it’s also … Read more
[ad_1] The 2018 Toyota Prius C is showing its age; it lacks refinement and is no longer top of the pack on fuel economy, while cheap gas makes the $20K price a heavy lift. The 2018 Toyota Prius C is the least expensive hybrid from the company that’s made more hybrids than any other. Now … Read more
[ad_1] A wealth of advanced safety equipment, a killer infotainment system, and the choice of Audi Exclusive paint colors on even the least expensive A3 are enough to score 8 out of 10 for its features. (Read more about how we rate cars.) The A3 line starts with the Premium for $32,150, including a mandatory … Read more
[ad_1] Incoming college freshmen, take note: Your roommates should not be your friends, good shower shoes are indispensable, and leaving campus will become mandatory approximately four days after classes start. Reliable transportation comes in handy for 2 a.m. burrito dashes, 4 a.m. jam sessions, and 11 a.m. cross-campus runs to class. (Additional note: No matter … Read more
[ad_1] Volvo made a bold announcement Wednesday: within two years, every new Volvo will run on batteries… …or rather, that’s what many of the news headlines would lead you to believe. What Volvo actually said was this: “Volvo Cars, the premium car maker, has announced that every Volvo it launches from 2019 will have an … Read more