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Cars.com reviews the 2009 Dodge Journey and has this to say - ‘The Journey is based on the Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Avenger platform. Neither one of those cars thrilled me in the performance department. I’m not talking smoky burnouts from stoplights, I’m talking going to the grocery store and dry cleaner. Even when equipped [...]

Autoblog drives the 2009 Jaguar XF and has this to say - ‘The interior is another issue entirely. The fit, finish and execution are totally unmatched in this highly competitive class and we can say with impunity that nothing short of a Roller or a Bentley comes close to the design and materials inside the [...]

The funky Hollywood Extra reviews the 2008 Pontiac G8 GT and comes away with this - ‘It is quite a lot of car for the money. Even a fully optioned model is $32 700.  As long as you don’t expect a BMW (at that price you shouldn’t, but some people still do…), don’t care about [...]

TTAC takes time out of their day to review the 2009 Dodge Journey.  They find it….. well… forgettable.  Here’s a snippet - ‘The Dodge Journey is everything the Pacifica was not; it’s forgettable, functional and designed to sell for a low price. But Chrysler has failed to realize that today’s CUV buyers aren’t looking for [...]

Cars.com reviews the awesome Audi R8 and has this to say at the end - ‘The R8 handles like a champ, delivering clawlike grip even with winter tires on dry roads coated with the powdery residue of dissolved road salt. When it starts to lose traction, it does so gradually, and it always felt under [...]

Autoblog reviews the 2008 Pontiac G8 and writes - ‘While the V6 model’s minimal motivation was only matched by its sedate sound, the V8 is a glorious combination of aural assault and potent propulsion. With 6.0-liters of All American Australian goodness underfoot, a quick stab of the long pedal drops the six-speed automatic down a [...]

TTAC takes the time to review the 2008 GMC Yukon Hybrid and says - ‘I’ve never driven a full hybrid this seamless in operation. You never notice when the drivetrain changes modes, from electric to gas and back. The electric boost comes on smoothly; the power delivery remains silken as the engine spools-up. When [...]

Left Lane News reviews the 2008 Infiniti EX35 and  has this to say - ‘Figuring that the owners of the Infiniti EX35 will likely find themselves in close proximity to shopping carts, children with toys, baby carriages, mischievous teens and all the other joys of urban living, Infiniti has gone “borg” and pushed the boundaries [...]

TTAC reviews the 2009 Nissan Murano and has mixed feelings - ‘Despite its newfound speed, the Altima-platformed Murano’s feather-light steering and body float leave no doubt that corner carvers need to step up to (and stump up for) an Infiniti EX (better platform despite similar size), or consider Mazda’s CX-9. The Murano LE’s 20″ wheels [...]

TTAC reviews the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid and has these thoughts - ‘The gasser four delivers moderate pep, humming benignly under a light throttle foot; heavier inputs send the CVT into the drone zone. The Escape’s chassis tiptoes daintily from block to block, driving lighter than its 3,638 lbs suggest. And the ride, while lumpier [...]

TTAC reviews the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid and comes away with this - ‘More surprising: the transparency of the Escape’s hybrid system. Far from a stilted freshman effort, the Escape’s drivetrain phases in and out of electric mode quickly and seamlessly. Moreover, its gas engine’s startup/shutdown shudders are subtler than a Prius’. Its regenerative brakes [...]

TTAC reviews the 2008 Pontiac G5 comes away with this gem - ‘At the turn of the key, the 2.2-liter Ecotec engine grunts itself conscious, rolls over, farts, fluffs the sheets and settles back in for the duration. Ostensibly, the powerplant boasts 148hp and 152 ft.-lbs. of torque. In reality, you feel like you’re being [...]

Motive Mag reviews the 2009 Nissan Murano and writes - ‘Cruising around Phoenix, Arizona, in a pre-production ‘09 Murano, the improved drivetrain is immediately noticeable. Power engagement and ratio adjustments seem as natural as a traditional automatic but without all that fussy changing of cogs. The CVT shows itself as willing to hold a ratio [...]

AutoMoBlog reviews the 2008 Honda Accord Coupe and has this to say - ‘As much as I like the car, there are a few things that bothered me about it. While slowing to stop, the car feels like it shifts into first gear too soon, and while going at slower speeds, the shifting is a [...]

TTAC reviews the 2008 Corvette Convertible and has this to say - ‘Fire-up the Corvette’s LS3 small block V8, and you will. Even (or especially) at idle, you can sense those 430 horses kicking the starting gate. Give the fillies their head, and, well, the Vette ‘vert weighs-in at 3246 lbs. What do YOU think [...]

TTAC Reviews the 2008 Nissan Rogue and has this to say about Nissan’s mini crossover - ‘The Nissan Rogue seems like it’s still in high school, trying to fit in, afraid to be really different. (You remember what happened to the deeply dorky Quest minivan?) The Rogue’s cuter than most of the other cute utes, [...]

Autobytel reviews the 2008 Chevy Malibu and comes away with this - ‘Chevrolet is quick to point out that the Malibu is not a sport sedan, and nods toward the Saturn Aura – the ‘Bu’s platform-mate – as filling GM’s role in that corner of the mid-size segment. However, the Chevy is no mushmobile, with [...]

TTAC reviews the 2008 Honda Accord EX-L Coupe and comes away less than amazed - ‘The EX-L coupe is a conflicted vehicle. It’s got a powerful engine with a snick-happy transmission mated to an average suspension. It’s got all the appearance of a luxury vehicle, with none of the quiet and little of the luxuriousness. [...]

TTAC reviews the 2008 Infiniti G37 Coupe and comes away with this thought - ‘In short, the G37 is less mature than Old Man Bimmer, but more fun for the really determined “hands on” driver. And then there’s the “real” bottom line. Dollar for dollar, the G37 coupe defenestrates the BMW 335i coupe– and nearly [...]

Jalopnik reviews the Audi R8 and has this to say - ‘I made it to the freeway onramp and figured, hey, let’s see what this thing can do! The R8 can run high 12s in the quarter-mile, so I figured I was in for some serious violence when I stomped the gas pedal; I’ve driven [...]

The Hollywood Extra reviews the 2008 Chevy Malibu and compares it to a few Japanese rivals - ‘But I still would pick the Chevrolet. The interior is my favorite of the bunch. It is well made, interesting to look at with lots of personality. A very nice place to spend time. The powertrain is great. [...]

The Garage gets some track time in the 2008 Ford Shelby GT500 and comes away with this - ‘Once in a straight line, I was back on the throttle hard and was just amazed at how fast this car is. The blower makes the most incredible sound as the revs build and the car gobbles [...]

Autoblog reviews the 2008 Corvette and has this to say - ‘The interior has also been greatly improved relative to older models with clear legible gauges and controls that fall readily to hand. The upgrade of materials found inside the cabin for 2008 was definitely noticeable, as well. Check out the leather covered dash complete [...]

TTAC reviews the 2008 Malibu and writes - ‘The Malibu’s chassis excels in one key area: providing a smooth, quiet ride. Even over nasty stretches of pavement you’d better keep an eye on the speedometer to avoid flashing lights in the rearview. For the typical midsize car buyer, the ride-handling balance is outstanding. The Bu [...]

All Cars All the Time reviews the 2008 Malibu and has this to say - ‘There is a lot of designer speak about how the Malibu’s styling draws its inspiration from the Corvette. I don’t know about all of that, but I do find the Malibu to be a pleasant design. I have to raise [...]

Statesman.com reviews the 2007 Mazdaspeed 3 and made a note that all the fun will cost you some greenbacks- ‘I’m glad you brought up the iPhone and flat screen TVs. They are popular and newsy but expensive, like the Mazdaspeed 3. Drivers looking at this car should know most fast little cars can really [...]

Autoblog reviews the 2008 Dodge Avenger and has this to say - ‘Overall the Avenger is an exceptionally roomy mid-sized car with a very reasonable bottom line price. That price comes at the cost of relatively mediocre fuel economy, limited features and a generally cheap feel compared it’s direct competition. If you have access to [...]

Autoblog reviews the 2007 Acura RDX and says - ‘The best part of the RDX, however, is the hardware between the transmission and wheels. The SH-AWD features an electronically controlled clutch pack on either side of the rear differential. In slippery conditions the clutches transfer torque to the wheels that have the most traction. When [...]

Cars.com reviews the 2008 Honda Accord and walks away impressed - ‘Honda’s tag line for the Accord during its media introduction was “The Benchmark. The Standard. The Accord.” That’s a pretty aggressive statement, considering the Accord’s primary competition, but after my experience with it, it’s clear the car remains one of the few family cars [...]

Kicking Tires reviews the 2008 Dodge Avenger and comes away disappointed - ‘The suspension was very clunky; driving into my driveway was a jarring experience. Gas mileage in mixed driving was about 19 mpg, but there wasn’t the high-power payoff that usually comes with giving up decent gas mileage. The four-cylinder Avenger just barely [...]

TTAC reviews the 2008 Nissan Altima Coupe 3.5SE and almost loves it - ‘To test the new metal’s mettle, I headed to the country, to frolic where ribbons of blacktop divide fields of fattening Angus cattle. I discovered that the Coupe’s body roll is well controlled. The steering and chassis responses may be dumbed down [...]

Cars.com reviews the 2008 Nissan Altima Coupe and writes - ‘There’s no question the Altima coupe trumps the competition in terms of performance and style, two vitally important factors for shoppers in this category. Where we find fault with the car is in its pricey option packages and lack of standard stability control. When optioned [...]

TTAC Reviews the 2008 Saturn VUE and is pretty impressed - ‘The Saturn Vue’s biggest problem, perhaps its only major problem, is that the base four-cylinder model doesn’t deal the competition a killer blow in a hugely competitive segment. As good as it is inside and out, as keenly-priced as it is (about a grand [...]

Cars.com reviews the 2008 Scion xb Review and writes - ‘The manual transmission’s shift lever is slightly notchy, but its movements are precise and it’s easy to shift quickly through the gears. The manual shifter is positioned high on the center console, which puts it close to the driver’s right hand. The light clutch pedal [...]

The Winding Road reviews the 2008 Audi TT and writes - ‘The turbocharged four-cylinder engine has more than enough oomph to get the car moving quickly, though we recommend using the S-tronic’s manual facility during enthusiast driving. Normal drive mode does not hold onto the gears long enough, but the sport setting has a relatively [...]

Karl on cars reviews the 2007 Lincoln Navigator and is not impressed at all - ‘If you like your SUVs big (6,000-pound big) and rap-star ready the Lincoln Navigator may still be competitive. If you drive any of GM’s new Lambda vehicles (Acadia, Enclave, Outlook) it isn’t. Those crossovers may not offer quite the same [...]

Motor Trend got their lucky little hands on the 2008 BMW M3 and had this to say - ‘It’s quick and precise; beautifully balanced and brilliantly responsive; deeply confident and inspiringly competent when you ask it the big questions. Yep, the new BMW M3 is everything the BMW faithful have been waiting for — and [...]

TTAC reviews the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer and writes - ‘The Lancer’s all-new 2.0-liter engine is rated at 152 horses (at an unattainable 6000 rpm). I swear a quarter have bolted for greener pastures. A wide open throttle simply kicks the CVT’s droning tone up a notch. This isn’t about being a boy-racer. It’s about needing [...]

Karl on Cars reviews the 2007 Audi RS4 and has this to say - ‘This is one of those cars with powers that border on ludicrous. It’s not the 420 horsepower, 4.5 second zero-to-60 time or .89Gs of lateral grip that make it nonsensical, it’s the ability to do all this while carrying four passengers, [...]

Automobile Mag reviews the 2008 Infiniti G37 and writes - ‘On the track, the G37’s neutral chassis balance and tight body control gave us a perma-grin. In fact, the Infiniti’s body motions were better controlled than those of the BMW 335i (which also was equipped with a sport package). The G37’s limited-slip rear differential prevented the [...]

The Car Connection reviews the 2008 Infiniti G37 Coupe and says - ‘The new G37 is certainly as good looking as the original, but offers a more refined experience … kind of like dating a 30-something compared to a 20-something. One should find the G37 to be an excellent daily driver and a fine occasional [...]

TTAC reviews the 2007 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V and has this to say - ‘I was expecting the Sentra SE-R Spec V to be a sort of Heffalump GT-R: extra power thrown at a chassis totally unsuited to sporting aspirations. Surprise! The Sentra SE-R Spec V turns out to be a viable alternative to [...]

Autobytel reviews the 2007 Mazdaspeed 3 and has this to say - ‘Embarking upon Mazdaspeed 3 ownership with a clean driving record is a requirement for no other reason than you’ll get to enjoy the car for the maximum amount of time it takes to lose your license or amass enough insurance points to make [...]

Cars.com reviews the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid and has this to say - ‘There’s a slight shudder when the gas engine starts, but the engine’s noise is more noticeable if you’ve been traveling awhile on electric power. The Escape Hybrid delivers acceptable acceleration that gives it enough power to get up to highway speeds safely, [...]

Autoblog reviews the 2007 Ford Expedition EL and writes - ‘When it was finally time to hit the road, we twisted the key and were greeted with an exhaust note that sounded as if it were transplanted straight from the Mustang GT. Sure, it’s a bit attenuated, but there’s no mistaking that Ford mod-motor sound. [...]

Car and Driver reviews the 2007 Lincoln MKX and writes - ‘Our all-wheel-drive MKX was loaded with options including adaptive headlamps, heated-and-cooled front seats, a DVD navigation system, a 14-speaker THX sound system, the big sunroof, and a power litigate, all of which made it pretty deluxe. But that extravagance raised the price from $36,445 [...]

TTAC reviews the Audi R8 and has this to say - ‘On the open road, the R8 is a serene machine. Despite low gearing, road and engine noise levels are subdued enough for the daily drudge. My tester was afflicted with a few squeaks and rattles; an indication of early build problems or journalists’ ability [...]

Kicking tires reviews the 2007 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V and has this to say - ‘The Spec V responds well to driver commands, and tossing it around on the winding roads near Elkhart Lake, Wis., proved to be entertaining. Its ride and handling reminded me of Subaru’s Impreza WRX, and the short-throw six-speed manual [...]

Detroit News reviews the 2007 Pontiac G6 and has this to say - ‘Tell someone that you just spent some time in the G6, and they might think you’ve returned from an economic summit.  Tell them that you were in the Grand Am, and they’ll know you drove a Pontiac.  For reasons that must be clear [...]

SearchChicago Autos reviews the 2007 Ford Expedition and writes - ‘Without a doubt the best thing Ford could have done, aside from adding more ponies to the powerful and capable 5.4-liter V-8 (300 horsepower), was to add two gears to the transmission. I hated the previous four-speed configuration, and it labored intensely while delivering less-than-crisp shifts [...]

The Car Connection reviews the 2008 Porsche Cayenne and writes - ‘The result not only looks cleaner and more athletic; Porsche confirms it translates to significantly improved aerodynamics. The coefficient of drag is down to 0.35 across the line, unusually good for an SUV, from 0.38 or 0.39 for the previous models, which helps reduce wind [...]

Cars.com reviews the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer and comments on the gas mileage -  ‘Gas mileage is average, rated at 21/29 mpg city/highway with the five-speed manual and 22/29 city/highway for the continuously variable automatic transmission. These are 2008 estimates, which are lower than what we’ve been used to through the 2007 model year, thanks to new EPA [...]

Cars.com reviews the 2008 Dodge Avenger and writes - ‘I see no reason to doubt that the Avenger will satisfy its buyers. It’s troubling, though, that it’s not ahead of the curve. Cars — as opposed to trucks and SUVs — are what the Detroit-based automakers need to improve in this time of volatile and [...]

Autobytel reviews the 2007 Jeep Patriot Review and has this to say - ‘It’s not the Compass. Seriously, that’s one of the best reasons to consider the 2007 Jeep Patriot. They share the same platform (with the Dodge Caliber), but unlike the Compass, the Patriot offers buyers the boxy, rugged look expected from a Jeep, [...]

Autoblog reviews the 2007 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V and writes - ‘As impressed as we were with the handling dynamics and the power delivery, the one killer app Nissan has going for it with the SE-R is its price point. The base model with CVT comes in at $19,400, while the Spec V variant [...]

Business Week reviews the 2007 Lincoln Navigator and writes - ‘Like GM, Ford is beginning to upgrade its insides. The Ford model line is developing an interior design language across its products but Lincoln, because it is more upscale, looks different. The look is less “industrial” than Ford’s, with an emphasis on a more sophisticated [...]

Autobytel reviews the 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid and writes - ‘Licensing Toyota technology for the Altima Hybrid was a good cost-saving idea, but the execution is lacking. This hybrid feels unrefined, with abrupt transitions between all-electric and dual power modes, and I frequently found myself gently accelerating when moments before I had been at a [...]

Autobytel reviews the 2007 Mazda CX-9 and writes - ‘With the CX-9, Mazda is headed into competitive waters and will go up against the likes of the newly restyled Toyota Highlander, soon-to-be redesigned Honda Pilot and GM’s new crossover offerings such as the Saturn Outlook or the GMC Acadia. All offer benefits, and Mazda can [...]

Vehicle Voice reviews the 2007 Jeep Patriot and writes - ‘While Patriot easily beats its segment off-road, on-road it isn’t a star. Interior noise was reasonably low, allowing for conversation amongst four of us with relative ease. We also took a Honda CR-V, available as a competitive comparison, out for a quick spin; the CR-V’s [...]

Autobytel reviews the 2007 GMC Sierra and writes - ‘Look closely at the Sierra, or the Silverado, if you prize V8 power with a smooth and responsive ride and a comfortable, nicely designed interior made of quality materials and with ample room to move around. This newest truck offers all of that as well as [...]

Vehicle Voice reviews the 2007 GMC Sierra and writes - ‘
• Sticker price (MSRP) of $47,145 seems a little steep• No Sun visor extensions • No bed liner or spray-in bed liner or composite bed (at over $47K)• Mammoth windshield Wipers (not blocking visibility) but definitely a distraction• Radio/CD/DVD/MP3/XM Satellite Radio/Navigation/ Rear Seat Entertainment Package [...]

Autobytel reviews the 2007 Dodge Nitro and writes - ‘We drove only the R/T model and were impressed with its ability to handle, given that it drives like such a straight up and down SUV. Corners brought out quite a bit of body lean, to be sure, but those 20-inchers kept the footing firm and [...]

Autobytel reviews the 2007 Nissan Versa Sedan and writes - ‘What a weird little car. First, there’s the styling, a mishmash of lines that fails to produce a single flattering angle. Then there’s the interior, which features a busy array of horizontal and vertical cutlines in the many panels that make up the dash, [...]

The Truth about Cars reviews the 2007 Toyota Tundra and writes - ‘To make the beast handle, Toyota deploys standard 18” wheels, low-pressure nitrogen shocks, a coil-spring double wishbone independent front suspension and a multi-leaf live axle rear end– all to ill effect. The Tundra porpoises badly over highway surfaces at middling speeds. The jittery [...]

Autobytel reviews the 2007 Honda Civic SI Sedan and writes - ‘As good as the Civic Si is, the competition hasn’t stood still, and there are some serious challenges out there. Perhaps the strongest contender is the Volkswagen GTI. Yes, we know it’s a hatchback, but it’s also available with five doors, and even though [...]

Autoweek reviews the 2008 Porsche Cayenne and writes - ‘The power comes on smoothly and generously throughout the rev range, and even when pushed well into triple-digit speeds, the Cayenne S never runs out of breath. Combined with the amazingly flat cornering attitude delivered by PDCC, responsive steering and all the tactility expected of a [...]

Jalopnik reviews the 2007 Dodge Nitro and writes - ‘As ungainly as it is, I like the way the Nitro looks. The high belt line and gun-slit windows scream “Don’t look at me while you’re looking at me.” The busy front is its worst side, but at least the hodgepodge of tough-guy cues is unique. [...]

Car and Driver reviews the 2007 Nissan 350Z and writes - ‘In addition to the few extra horsepower, the fuel economy is improved by 1 to 2 miles per gallon in EPA city and highway ratings for both manual and automatic-transmission versions of the coupe and roadster. Engine smoothness is improved as well, and the [...]

Cars.com reviews the 2007 Toyota Tundra and writes - ‘Toyota doesn’t often get it right the first time, or necessarily the second, but it has a history of making generational changes that eventually put its products at or near the top of their vehicle class in sales and/or appeal. It happened with the Camry, the [...]

Cars.com reviews the 2007 Mazda CX-9 and writes - ‘Full-size truck-based SUVs were wildly popular in the ’90s, but crossover SUVs are (for the moment) the hot segment in the car business. The 2007 model year saw the introduction of more than 10 new or redesigned crossovers, and more are on the way. That means [...]

AutoInsane reviews the 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon and writes - ‘In the end we were sad to see the Rubicon go. We honestly haven’t had this much fun in a test vehicle before. We felt like no matter how bad ass the next section of trail was, it simply kept asking for more. I [...]

Car and Driver reviews the 2007 GMC Acadia and writes - ‘For anyone used to the sloppy road manners of full-size truck-based SUVs, the Acadia is a revelation. The steering is precise and accurate, the handling is poised, body control in the twisties is excellent, and the ride is well controlled and supple. Head toss [...]

Car and Driver reviews the 2007 Mazda CX-9 and writes - ‘A stiff suspension does not a sporty drive make, though, and Mazda knows this. Sporty means clear communication between car and driver, and this the CX-9 does as well as some cars with much better sports credentials. Steering response is crisp, with excellent on-center [...]

Car and Driver reviews the 2008 Porsche Cayenne and writes - ‘This extra power is apparent across the model range in highway driving. Both the base model and the unblown V-8 are noticeably quicker. But we spent most of our time driving the Cayenne Turbo (wouldn’t you?) and found that it easily devours just about [...]

The Detroit News reviews the 2007 Mazda CX-9 and writes - ‘It won’t tear around corners or slalom through traffic the way a Miata or RX-8 might; it’s not designed to do that. And if it’s loaded with a family, should it do that? Adapting to consumer demands is a good thing for a [...]

Autobytel reviews the 2008 Porsche Cayenne and writes - ‘Performance is what Porsche has built its reputation upon, and performance is what the Cayenne delivers both on and off the road. Other selling points include front seat comfort, the optional PDCC system, and an available panoramic sunroof. The Cayenne can also tow a good sized [...]

Inside Line reviews the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer and comments on the added heft - ‘While added weight can hurt anyone, it actually gives the new Lancer a substantial, almost Teutonic sense of over-the-road confidence. The steering requires more effort than before, but it’s not heavy and doesn’t make the car feel cumbersome. This weightiness similarly describes the [...]

Autobytel reviews the 2007 Honda CR-V and comments on the exterior styling - ‘Few people will love it, many will like it and more than a few will hate the new styling of the CR-V. Granted, designing a car to appeal the diverse demographic that buys the CR-V is a black-belt Sudoku challenge. Most staffers at Autobytel [...]

The Truth About Cars reviews the 2007 Nissan Altima 3.5SE and writes - ‘The 2007 Altima proves that Nissan hasn’t entirely abandoned their brand’s sporting aspirations. While the Versa and Sentra have blimped out, they’ve managed to keep their mid-size daily driver a driver’s car. The imminent prospect of an SE-R version should make pistonheads [...]

Inside Line has a 2007 Nissan Versa in their Long-Term test fleet, and they had a recent update regarding the versatility of the car - ‘Unlike the fit, in which I don’t fit, the Versa fits me just fine. When all 6-foot-2 of me is settled in behind the wheel, rear seat passengers still have [...]

Karl on Cars reviews the 2007 Toyota Tundra and wonders if it’s maybe too big - ‘   How big is the all-new 2007 Toyota Tundra? Let’s just say that if you’re under six-feet tall and need to manually tune the radio, you might want to invest in a prosthetic arm extension. The reach to that tuning [...]

The Car Connection reviews the 2007 Nissan Altima and praises the interior - ‘The interior feels less gimmicky and more functional than much of the competition, yet at the same time has a style of its own that doesn’t mimic Honda and Toyota . If anything, the interior feels, positively, a little American, with cues like [...]

Dubspeed Driven reviews the 2007 Toyota Tundra and writes - ‘But after Toyota’s multiple false starts of “getting it”, should domestic manufacturers be worried? Yes, they should. The Tundra is a legitimate player in the big game. Is it good enough to cause mass defections from existing brands? Even the most optimistic of Toyota’s fans [...]

Autobytel has their ‘first drive’ review of the 2007 GMC Arcadia up - here’s what they have to say - ‘Back in the old days, GMC built trucks for work duty, so little attention was paid to interior comfort or ergonomics. Times have obviously changed, and one look inside the 2007 Acadia shows that GMC [...]

The Car Connection reviews the 2007 Nissan Sentra 2.0SL and writes - ‘In keeping with its pleasant generalist nature, when we pushed the Sentra SL hard into corners, it wasn’t at its best. Arcing through high-speed corners, it tended to feel kind of springy - like a hobby horse - a condition we expect will be [...]

Anita and Paul Lienart of Cars.com review the 2007 Nissan Sentra and write - ‘Nissan was smart to improve on the Sentra, especially since competitors such as Honda have upgraded their small cars recently. You may not be crazy about the Sentra’s looks, but I get the last word on this car. It’s a solid [...]

Jim Mateja of the Chicago Tribune reviews the massive 2007 Ford Expedition EL and writes - ‘One nagging problem, slipping a vehicle 14.8 inches longer than the barge-size Expedition into a parking space–any parking space. You think that’s bad? Try to get back inside the vehicle when another vehicle–any size vehicle–parks too close to your doors. [...]

Dan Neil at the LA Times mulled over the 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid recently, and he seemed to be pretty dang impressed. Here’s his take - ‘The Altima has been restyled for the 2007 model year, an effort that has merely refined the car’s well loved, cleanly architectural styling: the perfect-arch roofline, the raked windshield, [...]

The Truth about Cars reviews the 2007 Honda Civic SI Sedan and isn’t impressed with the acceleration- ‘Except it doesn’t. The Si’s mill sounds fine, thanks to a growly though thankfully restrained exhaust. But for a car that weighs only 60 lbs more than its two-door sibling, the Si sedan should run a lot harder [...]

Autobytel reviews the 2007 Nissan Quest minivan and writes - ‘While its seats are very uncomfortable, its cupholders and storage bins limited, and high sticker price erases any value, it does offer a slightly sporty driving experience. The brakes are strong, the steering well weighted, and the engine relatively responsive, though our test car’s [...]

Autobytel reviews the 2007 Chevrolet Suburban and doesn’t like the navigation system - ‘Navigation is simple to program, but the small touch screen is frustrating. It doesn’t react fast enough, and requires too much pressure and too much exactness, resulting in lots of repeated action. Hard keys for stereo and navigation are too small [...]

Autobytel reviews the 2007 Dodge Caliber and writes - ‘Everything inside the Caliber is hard plastic, the excessive use of which cheapens the look and feel of the Caliber and our model, the R/T AWD, had a sticker just south of $24,000. Making matters worse is the lack of reasonable power. I constantly had my [...]

Autobytel drives the 2007 GMC Yukon and praises it’s power while condemning it’s fuel economy- ‘Despite the GMC Yukon Denali’s size and weight, our test vehicle’s 6.2-liter V8 had no problems pushing around the condo-sized SUV thanks to 380 horsepower and 415 lb.-ft. of torque. Power was run through a smooth-shifting six-speed automatic transmission that [...]

Autobytel drives the 2007 Nissan Versa and writes - ‘Apparently, Nissan never got the memo specifying crummy seats for economy cars. Instead, the Versa features great front buckets that are spacious, soft yet supportive, and in the case of the versions like our 1.8 SL, height-adjustable. Also on SL models are padded door sills, padded [...]

The Shelby GT500 is the ultimate Mustang. It is the fastest Mustang to every come from a Ford factory - and it deservedly wears the Shelby name. Having been a Mustang fan for about as long as I can remember, just looking at this car is enough to get my blood flowing. [...]

Autobytel reviews the 2006 Nissan 350Z and falls in love with that sweet exhaust note - ‘Under hard acceleration, the engine and exhaust noise invade the cabin but the sweet sound of the exhaust is music to the ears. In fact I found myself running the 350Z up into the high revs just to [...]

Autoblog reviews the Lincoln MKX and writes - ‘From the driver’s seat, the MKX is very inviting. The driving position from the supportive bucket seats provides a good view of the road, giving the driver a sensation of sitting in the vehicle and not on it. Interior tactile surface materials, while not up to [...]

The Truth About Cars reviews the 2007 Sentra and isn’t particularly impressed - ‘The new Sentra works extremely well sitting still. When you begin to move, everything starts to go a bit pear shaped. Most dramatically, all that clever styling has resulted in huge C-Pillars, tiny side mirrors, a porthole-like rear window and [...]

Autobytel reviews the 2007 Ford Edge and writes - ‘At this point, we concluded that the 2007 Ford Edge is best viewed as comfortable, capable transportation and not a fun ride. As such, the rack-and-pinion steering system, offering little road feel yet nicely weighted and balanced at any speed, fits in perfectly, as do [...]

Karl on Cars reviews the 2007 GMC Sierra and writes - ‘Our test car was an extended cab, SLT 4×4 model with the 6.0-liter Vortec V8 that makes 367 horsepower. The power deliver is smooth and the torque band is wide, but I did notice a few instances of the transmission not picking gears [...]

Autobytel reviews the 2007 Acura RDX and writes - ‘The Acura RDX is one SUV that actually tricks you into thinking you’re driving a sports sedan, a refreshing departure from other SUVs that can’t even get the “sports” part right.’
And
‘Everything just feels right in the RDX. It puts the BMW X3 to shame.’
That’s a [...]

Karl from Karl on Cars at Edmunds reviews the 2007 Maxima and writes - ‘But as the weekend wore on I realized that, for $30,000, several cars fit that description in 2007. For most of the Maxima’s history it has represented a somewhat unique offering.’
- referring to Maxima’s 4 door sports car motto. [...]

Autobytel has their Driving Impressions of the new 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and they express their concerns about fuel economy - ‘This engine is sluggish until revs build, and then the engine displays some verve. But it sure drinks fuel like it’s got all those ponies under the hood, despite Ford’s claim that [...]