It may have been Hyundai's first foray into luxury car territory, but the Genesis managed to make this car feel upscale without overdoing it
The 2010 Hyundai Genesis manages to feel upscale without overdoing it By any measure, the Genesis was a significant step forward for the Korean carmaker Hyundai and a worthy contender in the upscale sedan market. It also became the company’s flagship model, supplanting the Azera. It is worth noting that the Genesis was rear-wheel drive…
The CX-7 was a cut above competitors, but it had less cargo space and was not available with a V6 engine or manual transmission
The CX-7 was a cut above competitors, but it had less cargo space and was not available with a V6 engine or manual transmission Available with front-wheel or all-wheel drive, the Mazda CX-7 got a bit of a facelift in 2011, continuing as a steady, if not spectacular, performer for the company. This vintage of…
This econobox has stood the test of time and remains a solid choice for A-to-B transport
The 2010 Toyota Yaris excels in reliability and performance Made in Japan and formerly known as the Echo, the Toyota Yaris has traditionally been about as basic as econoboxes get. The emphasis has always been on economy of operation and affordability rather than performance or comfort. Eight years on, the 2010 Yaris is an econobox…
The 2023 Toyota Prius Prime offers a winning combination of style, efficiency, and affordability One of the best-known names when it comes to hybrids is the Toyota Prius. Toyota launched the Prius in Japan in 1997, and it was introduced in the North American market in 2000. The Prius is available as either a hybrid…
2023 Nissan Kicks a perfect blend of price and performance The Nissan Kicks is a small, basic, low-priced four-door crossover that’s easy to drive and gets great gas mileage. The Kicks sits on a 2,620 mm (103.1 in.) wheelbase and is a trim 4,309 mm (169.6 in.) long. Competitors in the low-priced, compact crossover segment…
The VW Atlas is a spacious and upscale SUV designed for North America Designed specifically for the North American market, the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas is somewhere between the company’s Tiguan and Touareg … and is offered in four trim packages: Trendline, Highline, Comfortline and, top of range, Execline. Power is provided by either a turbocharged…
Mazda 3 emerges as a top contender in the compact sedan segment The very popular compact sedan segment is dominated by top sellers such as the Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Toyota Corolla and Volkswagen Jetta. But people looking for something in this segment should also consider the Mazda 3. Prices for the entry-level Mazda 3…
The Hyundai flagship IONIQ 5 SUV continues the legacy of electric excellence The IONIQ – the brand name for all-electric models from Hyundai – is quickly becoming known for excellent electric vehicles. The IONIQ 7 – a full-size, three-row flagship SUV – is coming in 2024. It will have a tough act to follow after…
Hyundai Elantra N named AJAC’s Performance Vehicle of the Year With some high-performance goodies and a few styling changes, a basic four-door sedan can be transformed into a fast, well-handling, sporty-looking four-door sedan. Examples of these affordable sport sedans include the Honda Civic Si, Mazda 3 Sport GT, Nissan Altima SR Premium, Subaru WRX, Toyota…
People who like sporty, fast cars will be fans of the Subaru WRX From across the parking lot, the Subaru WRX doesn’t look all that distinctive; it could be almost any other compact four-door sedan. But the bright red paint job does make it stand out somewhat in a world of what often seems to…
The 2010 Hyundai Genesis manages to feel upscale without overdoing it By any measure, the Genesis was a significant step forward for the Korean carmaker Hyundai and a worthy contender in the upscale sedan market. It also became the company’s flagship model, supplanting the Azera. It is worth noting that the Genesis was rear-wheel drive…
