Category Archives: midsize sedans

2021 Kia K5 – Drive Review

Posted on January 7, 2021 by urbandriverchicago

The entirely new 2021 Kia K5 is the newly named Optima successor. Now available with two turbocharged engines and optional all-wheel drive. It’s longer, lower and wider and rides on an all-new platform. It has a well organized interior with … Continue reading →

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2021 Genesis G80 – Drive Review

Posted on December 29, 2020 by urbandriverchicago

The midsize G80 sedan offers both a premium look and feel as well as all around good performance. The overall exterior design has both sporty and elegant characteristics. The 5-passenger G80 is offered in two trims, 2.5T and 3.5T, both … Continue reading →

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2020 Cadillac CT5 – Drive Review

Posted on October 23, 2020 by urbandriverchicago

The 2020 Cadillac CT5 is offered in Luxury, Premium Luxury and Sport trim levels, as well as the higher performance V-Series CT5-V. Under the hood you can have a 237hp 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder, a 335hp twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 or the … Continue reading →

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2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia – Drive Review

Posted on July 20, 2020 by urbandriverchicago

Alfa Romeo celebrated its 110th birthday in June. The storied Alfa brand has been delivering style and exclusivity that is exemplified by the 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia. The premium midsize Giulia delivers comfort, luxury and sporty driving. Read more here. … Continue reading →

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2020 Lexus GS F – Drive Review

Posted on June 12, 2020 by urbandriverchicago

By the numbers: –467 horsepower 5.0-L V8. –8-speed automatic. –Zero to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds. Top speed of 168 mph. Quarter mile in 12.8 seconds. — $85,010 MSRP More here. @1ChicagoCarGuy

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2020 BMW M850i xDrive Gran Coupe – Drive Report

Posted on April 27, 2020 by urbandriverchicago

Sub-5 seconds to 60 mph with a 335-HP six. Or, sub-4 seconds to 60 mph with a 523-HP V8. Take your pick. Both engines power BMWs 8-Series Gran Coupe that has plenty of style and panache. Sports car performance, lots … Continue reading →

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2020 Hyundai Sonata – Drive Review

Posted on March 2, 2020 by urbandriverchicago

Yes it has Smaht Pahk! Just hit the clickah! It’s also running on an all new chassis, has been smartly restyled, and offers the choice of  three different power plants—two different gasoline engines or a hybrid. You should take a … Continue reading →

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2020 Lexus RX – What’s new!

Posted on November 22, 2019 by urbandriverchicago

A mild front and rear freshening along with a new touchscreen interface keeps the 2020 Lexus RX and RXL in the forefront. There’s a new kick-to-open rear hatch control plus two F-Sport packages. There’s more to learn right here. @1ChicagoCarGuy

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2019 Volkswagen Arteon – a second look

Posted on October 29, 2019 by urbandriverchicago

The premium look of the 2019 Volkswagen Arteon along with its roomy interior, large cargo space, and decent performance make it worthy of serious consideration. The Arteon is all-new for 2019 and a candidate for the North American Car of … Continue reading →

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2019 Volvo S60 – Drive Report

Posted on July 22, 2019 by urbandriverchicago

The all-new S60 luxury sedan is Volvo’s first “Made in the USA” car, being built at its new plant near Charleston, South Carolina. The S60 is all new for 2019 and is available in three different trims, with three different … Continue reading →

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