Category: new car review

  • 2018 Lexus LC 500 – Drive Report

    By the numbers: $105,060, 2-doors, 4-seats, 471-HP, 10-speeds, 168 MPH. The all-new 2018 Lexus LC 500 is beautiful to behold both inside and out. With outstanding proportions and a high quality, beautiful interior the LC 500 is a sight to behold. Perhaps not for everyone nor for everyday but, when driven it’s a delight. Read more…

  • 2018 Kia Stinger – First Drive

    The all-new 2018 Kia Stinger 4-door sportback  is a new entry in the market that can go head-to-head against other Euro – grand tourers like the Audi S5 Sportback, both the BMW 440i Grand Coupe and 640i Grand Coupe, and the Porsche Panamera. However Kia says the Stringer GT has a lower starting price, better…

  • 2018 Volvo XC60 – Drive Review

    Redesigned for 2018. One of three finalists in the running to be named North American Utility Vehicle of the Year. Luxury, comfort, beauty and performance all can be found in the 2018 Volvo XC60. Volvo says the new XC60 is one of the safest cars ever made. Prices start at $41,500. Read more right here.…

  • 2018 Hyundai Sonata – Drive Review

    The 5-passenger, front-wheel drive Sonata has been redesigned for 2018. It’s offered in a number of models with different powertrains—Sonata, Sonata 2.0T, Sonata Eco, Sonata Hybrid and Sonata Plug-in Hybrid. I recently drove the 2018 Sonata Limited powered by a 185-HP 2.4-L 4-cylinder. There are many good choices in the midsize sedan segment. The Sonata fits in…

  • 2018 Genesis G80 Sport – Drive Review

    The new-for-2018 Genesis G80 Sport in all-wheel drive configuration is priced to start at $57,750. The G80 Sport is well appointed and is powered by a 365 HP twin-turbo 3.3-liter V6 mated to an eight-speed sport tuned automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is also available. I drove the G80 Sport in the city, on the highway…

  • 2017 Ford Fusion Energi – Drive Review

    The 5-passenger Ford Fusion Energi is rated to have a 610-mile driving range on a full tank of gasoline and full battery charge. Ford says it’s the highest combined range of any plug-in hybrid sold in America. Priced starting at $34,120, the 2.0-Liter 4-cylinder together with the electric motor has a combined 188-HP and delivers…

  • 2018 BMW M240i – Drive Report

    Perhaps a more practical choice over a two-seater, the BMW M240i is a very fun car for the driving enthusiast. There’s plenty of room for two and a back seat for some stuff or little ones. Low to mid 4-second times to 60 MPH come from this nicely proportioned coupe with 335 HP. There’s also…

  • 2018 Chevrolet Traverse – Drive Report

    The three-row 2018 Chevrolet Traverse midsize SUV is all-new with more room, more power and less weight. The Traverse can seat up to eight with more rear passenger legroom that makes for a comfortable drive. Prices start at $29,980 and go up to $52,100 plus the $945 destination charge. Plenty of cargo room combined with the…

  • 2018 BMW M550i – Drive Report

    The world’s most successful business sedan, the BMW 5-series, was redesigned in 2017 with more room and more technology. Now, new for 2018, BMW added the M550i with a 456-horsepower V8 coupled to BMW’s xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive with rear-wheel bias and a M Performance chassis. The M550i is fast and pricey. If your tempted have…

  • 2018 Kia Rio – Drive Report

    The 2018 Kia Rio is dynamic, stylish, and capable. Offered in the choice of a 4-door sedan or a 5-door hatchback. It’s equally at home in the urban jungle or out on the open road. Sedan pricing starts at $13,900 and the 5-door hatchback starts at $14,200. Read more right here. @1ChicagoCarguy