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The Kia Forte5-Door adds a hatchback to the line-up, and it's "a well-done car for the compact segment," says Assistant Editor Jil McIntosh. Two engines are available, and new six-speed transmissions make their way into all three Forte models for 2011.
The redesigned 2011 Sienna LE minivan with a newly-available four-cylinder engine "has adequate oomph", says Editor Greg Wilson, but as the Sienna LE V6 is only one thousand dollars more, he wonders if buyers will be tempted to upgrade.
The new Scion xD is built on the same platform as the subcompact Toyota Yaris, but its larger 1.8-litre engine makes it "notably quicker," says Chris Chase. However, the optional sport muffler and sport suspension are "loud" and "rough."
James is a skeptic. Can't blame him considering GM's history with small cars like the Cavalier and Cobalt. But the interior of the new Cruze is turning even this skeptic into a believer.
The last vestiges of Subie weirdness are gone with this fifth-generation remake of the Subaru Legacy, says Peter Bleakney which is now roomier, less expensive, and more fuel-efficient. In the PZEV model, "...the exhaust is squeaky clean." 
The Mazda3's reliability has been good, but "the car has not proven as trouble-free as some of its Japanese competitors," says Chris Chase, who cites a power steering recall on 2007-2009 Mazda3s. However, resale values are "strong," he notes. 
A Top Gear taxi, a computer that looks like a Camaro and a custom Mercedes-Benz Sprinter: it has to be the SEMA aftermarket show in Las Vegas. Assistant Editor Jil McIntosh wears out a pair of shoes to bring you the scoop.
Eleven category winners in the annual AJAC Canadian Car of the Year awards were announced October 29th, and if past years are any indication, the results will strongly influence Canadians' vehicle purchasing decisions.
Aimed at upscale buyers, Peerless ranked along with Pierce-Arrow and Packard among America's elite cars, called the "Three Ps of Prestige." However, Peerless couldn't survive the Great Depression.
Technical Editor, Jim Kerr, reports on the many advanced safety features found in the BMW ActiveHybrid 7 luxury sedan – everything from blind spot detection to night vision display.
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