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An "evolution of the Sebring midsize sedan," the new Chrysler 200 will start under $20,000, reports Paul Williams, making it the lowest-cost midsize car in Canada. The 200 "addresses key shortcomings in the outgoing model, namely suspension and interior quality."
"Smaller, lighter and more nimble" than Mitsubishi's Outlander on which it is based, the new RVR is "fun to drive" but the combination of its 2.0-litre engine and optional continuously variable transmission "let it down," reports Social Media Editor, James Bergeron. 
Starting at only $12,999 and rising to just under $20,000 for the top of the line SEL model, the new Fiesta sedan "appears to be a good value," says Editor Greg Wilson, who likes its "nimble handling and comfortable ride." 
Even a photo is enough to make people stop to look at the supercharged Jaguar XKR, says Assistant Editor Jil McIntosh. "It's one of the snarliest-looking cars on the planet," she says, and driving it "is an absolute joy." 
James will return the 528i tomorrow because he has to, but certainly not because he wants to. The base engine proved more than adequate power-wise, and its thrifty fuel consumption was even more impressive. 
Potential trouble spots vary for the 997 version of the venerable 911 sports car, depending on what model year you're considering, says Chris Chase. There are some serious issues to look out for, including failure-prone intermediate shafts, he notes. 
In Part 1 of this two-part series about Chrysler's revamped line-up of 2011 vehicles, Contributing Editor Paul Williams reveals the changes to the Dodge Journey, Durango, Avenger and Grand Caravan.
Assistant Editor Jil McIntosh heads to a huge Pennsylvania antique-car flea market each year, and this time, she took a Ford Transit Connect. She's "hooked on its versatility," and finds it a great substitute for a crossover or SUV. 
By the early 1990s Oldsmobile's glory days were slipping away and "something was needed to spruce up the image," says auto historian, Bill Vance. The car developed to perform this brand-saving feat was the Oldsmobile Aurora, but it didn't work. 
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