Category Archives: compact cars

2020 Volkswagen Golf – Drive Review

Posted on June 19, 2020 by

For 2020, the Golf, now in its seventh-generation, comes only one way as a 4-door Golf TSI.  A 1.4-L turbo is under the hood and you can still get a stick shift or, of course, an automatic. Get one now … Continue reading →

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2020 Jaguar XE – Drive Review

Posted on March 30, 2020 by

The British entry in the multinational compact luxury sedan class is the Jaguar XE. For 2020 the XE has gotten a bit of a refresh both out and in. Two different turbo 4-cylinders give you choice in the power or … Continue reading →

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2020 Toyota Corolla – Road Trip

Posted on February 3, 2020 by

The 12th-generation Toyota Corolla made its arrival in two chapters: the all-new Corolla Hatchback arrived in 2018, while the sedan has been redesigned from the ground up for 2020, with an available hybrid for the first time in the U.S. … Continue reading →

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2020 Nissan Versa – Drive Review

Posted on January 14, 2020 by

Versatile and with good value. The 2020 Versa is all new. It’s a bit larger and a bit roomier and has a bit more performance. Technology is a top priority in the all-new Nissan Versa, featuring available Nissan Safety Shield … Continue reading →

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2019 Nissan Leaf Plus – Drive Review

Posted on September 20, 2019 by

With 215 miles of driving range, and maybe even more with some additional effort, the 2019 Nissan Leaf Plus is a near perfect car for getting around any big city. There’s plenty of room and plenty of performance. With EV … Continue reading →

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2019 Mazda3 Hatchback – First Drive

Posted on July 8, 2019 by

For 2019 the Mazda3 is an all-new design and offered in 4-door sedan and 5-door hatchback body styles. Sedan prices start at $21,000 and is offered in base, Select, Preferred and Premium trims. The hatchback starts at $23,600 and comes … Continue reading →

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2020 Kia Soul GT-Line turbo – Drive Report

Posted on June 17, 2019 by

Kia has revamped the Soul for 2020 and now there’s a GT-Line with a 1.6 Turbo engine. The 1.6 Turbo puts out 201-HP and is mated to a 7-speed dual clutch transmission. A sport-tuned suspension, larger disc brakes, 18-inch wheels … Continue reading →

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2019 Kia Forte – First Drive

Posted on February 14, 2019 by

Kia’s entry in the compact car market is the Forte which has been updated for 2019. It’s entirely new. Kia made it longer, wider and a bit taller. It’s got some design cues from the Stinger and has a 5-passenger interior layout … Continue reading →

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2019 Nissan Altima – First Drive

Posted on October 11, 2018 by

Nissan has completely re-done the Altima for 2019. Now after 25 years on the U.S. market Nissan still sees a place for the Altima in its lineup. Even as many folks jump into SUVs, sedans still strike a cord with … Continue reading →

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2019 Volkswagen Jetta – Drive Report

Posted on September 25, 2018 by

A modified 2019 VW Jetta went 210.16 mph at the Bonneville Salt Flats, setting a new record in the SCTA Blown Gas Coupe class. I drove a new, stock 2019 VW Jetta across lower Michigan and got 43 mpg, beating … Continue reading →

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