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2012 Lincoln Navigator L

| Blog | March 5, 2012

MSRP: $59,940 – 62,840

Review Summary:
The only difference between the standard Navigator and the L model is the additional 14.9 inches at the back.

Review:

Like the standard Navigator, little has changed on the L model for 2012. The standard equipment consists of a voice-activated navigation system, a THX surround-sound system and a SiriusXM satellite radio receiver. A power moonroof is optional, as well as a list of accessories including a locking fuel cap and trailer-hitch bike rack.

Standard safety features include dual front airbags, roll-stability control and electronic stability control. A trailer sway control system also comes standard. The L model is powered by the same 5.4-liter V8 engine found in the standard Navigator. The powerplant creates 310 hp and 365 lb-ft of torque.

The L model is the way to go if you’re a Navigator fan who wants more cargo space.

Key Features:

  • More interior space than the standard-length Navigator

  • Poor driving dynamics and gas mileage

  • Just as luxurious as the regular model

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2012 Porsche Boxster

| Blog | March 5, 2012

MSRP:

Review Summary:
Arguably the best mass-produced roadster on the market.

Review:

All 2012 Porsche Boxster models come in a convertible bodystyle with rear-wheel drive and a standard six-speed manual transmission. The standard engine is a 2.9-liter six-cylinder that creates 255 hp and 214 lb-ft of torque, which is plenty to go out and have fun with. Optional equipment includes a seven-speed dual-clutch automated-manual transmission. The upgraded Boxster S model offers a 3.4-liter, six-cylinder engine that makes 310 hp and 266 lb-ft of torque, perfect for blasting back roads or strapping on a helmet for a track day.

The top-of-the-line Boxster Spyder has a different body and top setup. It is powered by a tuned 3.4-liter, six-cylinder engine that produces 320 hp. It is clearly the fastest Boxster available with a 0-to-60-mph time around 4.6 seconds with the dual-clutch transmission. The overall fuel economy is 22 mpg in mixed driving, same as the other trim levels.

Simply put, the Boxster is the best two-seat, drop-top out there. If you’re looking for driving fun with the wind blowing in your hair, then this is your car.

Key Features:

  • Pure open-top driving at its finest

  • The most wallet-friendly Porsche on the market

  • Power, handling and fun that will keep you smiling all day long

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2012 Porsche Cayman

| Blog | March 5, 2012

MSRP: $51,900 – 67,500

Review Summary:
The Porsche 911′s little brother provides plenty of fun, power and style.

Review:

The 2012 Porsche Cayman, Cayman S and Cayman R coupes fill the gap between the Boxster and the mighty 911.

The standard Cayman comes with a 2.9-liter, six-cylinder engine producing 265 hp and 221 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed manual transmission is standard in all Cayman trims. The Cayman S has a 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine creating 320 hp and 273 lb-fit of torque. The Cayman R is the top of the line with a tuned 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine making 330 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque. All Caymans are rear-wheel-drive and have a seven-speed, dual-clutch transmission as an option.

The list of options available on the Cayman is long. For example, buyers have as many as 11 different wheel options on the base Cayman. There is a wide selection of seats available, as well as a number of packages that provide all sorts of technology features, like navigation or auto-dimming mirrors.

The Cayman is excellent in any trim. However, the base Cayman is more of an everyday driver, while the R is solid track-day car, and the S model is the happy medium between the two.

Key Features:

  • The right amount of power combined with Porsche craftsmanship equals driving pleasure

  • A rear-wheel-drive sports coupe with ride comfort and sportiness

  • The base, S and R trims provide the perfect range between an everyday driver and a track-day car

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2012 Porsche 911

| Blog | March 4, 2012

MSRP: $79,000 – 172,100

Review Summary:
The Porsche 911, latest generation of Porsche’s great sports car, stays true to its heritage while being new for 2012.

Review:

The new Porsche 911 is longer, wider and lower than the last model. It also goes farther on every gallon of gasoline thanks to stop/start technology and a function that decouples the six-cylinder engine when coasting.

There are two models available, the Carrera and the Carrera S. The base Carrera has a 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine making 350 hp and 287 lb-ft of torque. The S model has a 3.8-liter six-cylinder engine creating 400 hp at and 325 lb-ft of torque. Both models are rear-wheel-drive. A six-speed manual transmission comes standard, while an optional seven-speed dual-clutch transmission is available. 

Expect a cabriolet, all-wheel-drive, targa, turbo and all the usual 911 models to roll out in the near future. However, a hybrid model isn’t likely.

All in all, the new 911 is still one of the world’s great sports cars with a long list of accomplishments.

Key Features:

  • The 2012 Porsche 911 is newest generation of the iconic sports car 

  • Longer, wider, lower and more fuel efficient than the last generation

  • More refined ride compared to previous generations

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2012 Porsche Cayenne

| Blog | March 3, 2012

MSRP: $48,200 – 107,100

Review Summary:
When first announced, the Porsche Cayenne SUV was thought to be the company’s biggest mistake, but nine years later, the German automaker has sold of ton of Cayennes. Still consider it a mistake?

Review:

Porsche didn’t change much on the Cayenne for 2012. It still offers four Cayenne models, the base Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne turbo and Cayenne hybrid.

Powering the base Cayenne is a 300-hp, 3.6-liter V6 engine. The S model has a larger 4.8-liter V8 that makes 400 hp. Porsche turbocharges the V8 for the Cayenne turbo, boosting the output to 500 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque. The hybrid variant has the smallest engine, a 3.0-liter V6 paired with an electric motor. The total package gives the hybrid 380 hp.

A six-speed manual transmission is standard on the base Porsche Cayenne while the other models get an eight-speed automatic. Other standard features include leather seats and steering wheel, tire-pressure monitors and an advanced airbag system.

The Cayenne will put a smile on your face, whether it’s the hybrid that’s saving you money on gas (well, saving money when compared with the other luxury SUVs) or the turbo that’s shoving you back into the seat every time you jab the gas pedal. But don’t be afraid to shop the luxury-SUV segment. You might find an SUV that fits your lifestyle and budget better, especially if performance is not a top priority.

Key Features:

  • All the Porsche style you want in a SUV

  • Available in four models, including S and hybrid variants

  • You shouldn’t be able to go so fast in something so big

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2012 Porsche Panamera

| Blog | March 3, 2012

MSRP: $75,200 – 173,200

Review Summary:
The Porsche Panamera is a great GT car. It’s faster than fast and can easily cruise around town if you’d please, but the exterior isn’t the prettiest thing on the market.

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Porsche’s Panamera comes in variety of trims ranging from the base model to the rocket-ship-like Turbo S model. A 300-hp, six-cylinder engine comes standard on the base and Panamera 4 trims. The hybrid also has a six-cylinder engine mated to an electric motor, giving the overall package 333 hp. The remaining trim levels, which include the S, 4S, GTS, Turbo and Turbo S, are powered by the larger 4.8-liter V8. Power ranges from 400 hp to 550 hp depending on the trim level. It’s available in rear- and all-wheel drive.

On the inside, the Panamera is comfortable and luxurious with ample room for passengers and cargo. It’s loaded with standard features including an automatic tailgate, eight-way power-adjustable front seats and Bose surround-sound system.

The Panamera is an excellent car and is definitely worth a look if a luxury four-door, coupe-like sedan is what you want. And it’s a Porsche!

Key Features:

  • Various modes change the Panamera from docile cruiser to gonzo sports car

  • Awesome car to drive, but not easy on the eyes

  • Lots of room for passengers and cargo

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2012 Bentley Continental Supersports

| Blog | March 1, 2012

MSRP: $267,000 – 280,400

Review Summary:
Fast, bold, elegant, and did we say fast? With 621 hp on tap, the Bentley Continental Supersports has a top speed of 204 mph.

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As fast as it is sinister, the 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is available as a two-seat coupe or four-seat convertible. Underneath the hood of the Supersports is the most powerful Bentley engine ever designed. The 6.0-liter, twin-turbocharged unit makes 621 hp, leading to a top speed of 204 mph. All-wheel drive is standard. From the entertainment console, drivers can operate and adjust all the key driving and entertainment systems in the vehicle. Other features include electronic cruise control, an electric parking brake and an optional built-in garage-door opener. The convertible version features satin-finished carbon-fiber interior trim with Alcantara material and soft-grip leather.

Key Features:

  • 621 hp

  • 204 mph top speed

  • As elegant as it is fast

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2012 Scion xD

| Blog | March 1, 2012

MSRP: $15,345 – 17,050

Review Summary:
The xA replacement, xD combines economy with safety to create a great package.

Review:

When the xD debuted in 2008, it was a replacement for the xA. Essentially built along the Toyota Yaris line, xD offered up good value for the money.

Fitted with a 1.8-liter engine, the xD delivers acceptable fuel economy and performance. No, it won’t win many races, but that’s not why it is in the Scion lineup. It has received five-star crash-test ratings. It’s also identified as having few problems.

Along with others in the lineup, the xD gets a limited-edition Series Release vehicles, which make up fewer than 2,000 total; they have one-off colors and are snapped up fairly quickly by consumers.

Key Features:

  • Small, efficient car your child would not mind being seen in

  • Five-star crash-test rating

  • Another in the family of highly customizable cars to "personalize"

  • Toyota quality. Can’t beat it

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2012 Lexus GX 460

| Blog | February 22, 2012

MSRP: $53,245 – 58,040

Review Summary:
The Lexus GX remains a traditional midsize SUV in a land of crossovers.

Review:

The midsize, V8-powered Lexus GX SUV was introduced in the 2003 Lexus lineup as a compromise between the base RX crossover SUV and premium, full-size LX SUV. With mechanical underpinnings similar to the Toyota 4Runner, the GX had plenty to offer with a well-appointed interior, powerful engine and a trucklike build that gave it ample off-roading and towing capacities. But its bulk and low fuel economy made the GX less appealing, and it was reworked for 2009 with a more powerful V8, new six-speed automatic transmission, improved fuel economy and increased towing capacity.

Key Features:

  • Mechanically similar to the off-road-capable Toyota 4Runner

  • Low fuel economy accompanies the heavy-duty construction

  • Good choice for those who need towing capability

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2012 Lexus LS 460

| Blog | February 22, 2012

MSRP: $67,130 – 74,980

Review Summary:
Serving as Lexus’s flagship model, the full-size, premium luxury LS sedan has secured a reputation as top of the line for its segment.

Review:

Four generations of the Lexus LS 460 have been produced with V8 engines and rear-wheel drive. All-wheel-drive, hybrid and long-wheelbase variants became available in 2006.

Then, a third-generation transformation for 2001 introduced an even smoother, more lavishly-appointed iteration with the LS 430. A $68,005 starting price shouldn’t raise any eyebrows, keeping the LS on level with premium European luxury competition like the Mercedes-Benz S-class and BMW 7-series.

Key Features:

  • Full-size flagship sedan on par with anything BMW and Mercedes-Benz offer

  • Powerful and smooth highway cruiser

  • Roomy, opulent interior

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2012 Lexus IS 250

| Blog | February 22, 2012

MSRP: $33,595 – 37,225

Review Summary:
The smaller-engined of the IS variants, the IS 250 is nonetheless a decent compromise between sportiness and economy.

Review:

With its rear-drive layout and sporting intentions, the entry-level Lexus IS sedan was notable at launch for daring to take on the king of the sport-sedan mountain–the BMW 3-series. And while it has hardly put a dent in 3-series sales, the IS has carved a nice little niche for itself. It gave the green light for other Japanese contenders, like the Infiniti G, to follow.

After keeping with one body style since its 1998 release, a hardtop convertible variant of the IS went on sale in 2009 (IS 250C).

Key Features:

  • Smaller V6 gets marginally better fuel economy than 3.5-liter version

  • Loss of 100 hp is definitely felt

  • Nicely trimmed and well appointed

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2012 Lexus CT 200h

| Blog | February 22, 2012

MSRP: $29,120 – 31,250

Review Summary:
It’s not quick, but if you demand a near-luxury experience in your hybrid, the Lexus CT 200h gets you close.

Review:

The Lexus CT 200h was added to the 2010 Lexus lineup as a hybrid-run, entry-level luxury hatchback. A comfortable interior, excellent fuel economy, sporty handling (for a hybrid) and an attractive starting price of $29,995 have made it a viable option for shoppers in the luxury-compact segment.

The CT uses the same powertrain as the Toyota Prius, but it was designed for better handling. It has a lower stance and improved suspension and offers driving modes for normal, sport, eco and electric vehicle. The sport mode makes for a more responsive drive, with sharper handling than you’d find in most hybrids. Slow acceleration, however, could be a deal-breaker for some.

Key Features:

  • Powertrain is less than exciting

  • Buyers get decent technology features for their money

  • It’s a Lexus and a hybrid

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2012 Lexus LS 600h L

| Blog | February 22, 2012

MSRP: $112,250 – 112,250

Review Summary:
The Lexus LS 600h L is a luxurious hybrid to be sure, but how green is a 20-mpg sedan?

Review:

The top-of-the-line Lexus LS hybrid was launched in 2008 for green enthusiasts looking for an extended-wheelbase sedan with the utmost luxury. With a 20-mpg combined EPA fuel-efficiency rating, however, the hybrid LS hardly offers better mileage than its nonhybrid counterpart.

A gasoline-powered V8 engine works with electric motors to offer the power of a V12, but the added weight of the hybrid components used to achieve that sort of offsets the appeal. The Mercedes-Benz hybrid S-class is probably a better option, as the hybrid’s only advantage over the regular LS is its super-ultra-low-emissions vehicle rating, which simply doesn’t warrant a $113,125 starting price.

Key Features:

  • Electric motors and a V8 engine provide stellar torque

  • Why buy a hybrid that gets only 20 mpg combined?

  • Starting price high enough to cause heart palpitations

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2011 Porsche 911

| Blog | February 22, 2012

MSRP: $77,800 – 245,000

Review Summary:
An icon that delivers a pure driving experience that’s tough to beat.

Review:

The 2011 Porsche 911 starts with a 3.6-liter six-cylinder engine, a six-speed manual transmission, four-wheel antilock brakes and a sport exhaust system. Inside are adjustable seats with driver’s seat memory, communication management with a 6.5-inch color display and full touch-screen controls.

Multiple Porsche 911 models are available, including some boasting more than 500 hp and top speeds near 200 mph. Both automatic and manual transmission options now are offered, as are rear- and all-wheel drive.

Key Features:

  • Iconic design

  • Sports car heritage, in spades

  • Rear-engine and rear-wheel drive makes it touchy on the limit

  • The sheetmetal has only been massaged over its history

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2011 Lexus ES 350

| Blog | February 19, 2012

MSRP: $36,725 – 36,725

Review Summary:
For 2011, the Lexus ES 350 continues its tradition of offering all the bells and whistles in a conventional front-drive sedan package.

Review:

The 2011 Lexus ES 350 sedan has a V6 engine producing 268 hp and 248 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired to a standard six-speed automatic transmission that returns 19 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway. The front-wheel-drive, five-passenger car comes standard with electronic brake-force distribution, brake assist and traction and stability control. Other standard features include a push-button ignition, driver’s-seat memory, leather interior and power windows and locks. A premium sound system is included on every Lexus ES 350, as is Bluetooth and MP3-player connectivity.

Key Features:

  • Decent fuel economy for its power and trim level

  • Opulent interior leans toward soft, not sporty

  • Front-drive layout further reduces sportiness

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2011 Lexus HS 250h

| Blog | February 19, 2012

MSRP: $36,330 – 39,100

Review Summary:
If the Prius just doesn’t offer the luxury you want, the 2011 Lexus HS 250h wants to be your next choice in green transportation.

Review:

The 2011 Lexus HS 250h hybrid uses a four-cylinder engine combined with an electric motor to deliver 187 hp. Fuel economy is rated at 35 mpg in mixed driving. The front-wheel-drive sedan has a continuously variable automatic transmission. Standard features include power windows and locks, leather seats, universal garage-door opener and keyless entry.

Options include a remote engine starter, heated seats, a backup camera and an adaptive front-lighting system. The optional Mark Levinson package adds a 15-speaker, 330-watt surround-sound audio system and a six-disc CD/DVD changer.

Key Features:

  • Impressive city fuel economy

  • Luxury features in a green package

  • Can’t hide the fact that certain compromises made for weight savings

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2011 Lexus GX 460

| Blog | February 19, 2012

MSRP: $53,045 – 57,840

Review Summary:
The Lexus GX 460 SUV gets a 4.6-liter V8 engine for legitimate towing ability.

Review:

The 2011 Lexus GX460 SUV is equipped with a 4.6-liter V8 producing 301 hp while returning 15 mpg in the city and 20 mpg on the highway. The full-time four-wheel-drive SUV has a six-speed automatic transmission. Cargo volume measures 92 cubic feet with all the seats folded down and almost 50 cubic feet with just the third row folded. Standard features include heated leather seats, keyless entry and ignition, driver’s-seat memory and dual-zone automatic climate control. Traction and stability control are standard, as are antilock brakes and tire-pressure monitors.

Key Features:

  • Not going to win any hypermiling contests

  • Heavy-duty construction ideal for towing needs

  • Luxurious interior appointments

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2011 Lexus LS 460

| Blog | February 19, 2012

MSRP: $67,130 – 74,980

Review Summary:
For 2011, the full-size, premium luxury LS sedan has secured a reputation at the top of its segment.

Review:

The 2011 Lexus LS luxury sedan has seating for five with the option of regular and long-wheelbase models. A hybrid option is also available. Rear-wheel drive is standard; all-wheel drive is optional. Power in the standard LS comes from a 4.6-liter V8 engine producing 380 hp while returning 19 mpg combined with rear-wheel drive and 18 mpg with all-wheel drive. Eighteen-inch wheels are standard; 19-inch wheels are optional.

Standard features are keyless entry and ignition, dual-zone climate control, heated steering wheel and power windows, locks and seats.

Key Features:

  • Stiff competition at this price point

  • As luxurious as anything from Audi or BMW

  • Not quite as engaging a drive as a 7-series

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