Friday, May 10, 2013

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Smart Electric Drive, 2013 Honda Civic, 2015 VW Golf R: Top Videos Of The Week

Posted: 10 May 2013 04:18 PM PDT

It's been a busy week here at The Car Connection as we jump into our 30 Days Of 2013 Ram 1500, but you've been busy watching our video test drive of the 2013 Smart Electric Drive. We can't blame you, because if we were to buy a new Smart the Electric Drive is the model we'd choose. While the Honda Civic was new for 2012 it's taking a mulligan and...

2014 BMW X3

Posted: 10 May 2013 03:39 PM PDT

With the latest X3, BMW seems to have at last found its compact-crossover sweet spot. Just as the automaker's 3-Series is widely thought of by enthusiasts (and us) as being one of the best compact sport sedans in the world, the 2014 X3 hits all the right marks, satisfying luxury buyers with its badge, its suave styling, and most...

Acura RLX

Posted: 10 May 2013 03:14 PM PDT

The Acura RLX is a full-size luxury sedan, built as a replacement for the RL. It comes with more features than the previous model, too, pushing this flagship sedan's position a touch higher in the market. As the biggest, most technology-rich offering in the Acura lineup, the RLX brings with it several new features that highlight its place in the...

Acura MDX

Posted: 10 May 2013 03:12 PM PDT

The Acura MDX is a large, seven-seat luxury crossover that's pretty sporty behind the wheel, showing that Acura can offer a car that doesn't just focus on families, but also on the parents who enjoy driving. The MDX is also one of the longest-running nameplates in this class. It shares some of its running gear with a number of other Acura and...

Acura RDX

Posted: 10 May 2013 03:12 PM PDT

The Acura RDX is a luxury compact crossover with seating for five. It was redesigned for 2013, but it's still based on the CR-V. While more conservative now than in the past, the RDX is also more mainstream than before. It primarily competes with the Audi Q5, Lexus RX, Mercedes-Benz GLK, and the BMW X3. For a more detailed look at the RDX, see the...

Acura TSX

Posted: 10 May 2013 03:08 PM PDT

The Acura TSX is the most engaging sedan sold by Honda. Offer only with front-wheel drive, the TSX comes in both four-door sedan and five-door wagon models. It's not long for this world, though, as the new Acura ILX will soon replace the TSX as the brand's smallest car. With the TSX, Acura realized the premium segment was getting smaller. In 2004...

Ford C-Max

Posted: 10 May 2013 02:51 PM PDT

The Ford C-Max is new for 2013, and it's a new idea for Ford, too–available as a hybrid or plug-in hybrid, but without a gasoline-only option. The more conventional C-Max Hybrid competes with cars like the Toyota Prius and Prius V, while the C-Max Energi is targeted toward the Prius Plug-In Hybrid. For more on this car, including options...

Ford Taurus

Posted: 10 May 2013 02:49 PM PDT

The Ford Taurus is a large, comfortable and high-tech sedan. When it was first introduced, it helped save the brand from near-oblivion, but now it represents Ford's largest sedan, still with its aerodynamic design, sporty handling and available performance models. See our 2013 Ford Taurus review for pricing with options, specifications, and gas...

Ford Fiesta

Posted: 10 May 2013 02:45 PM PDT

The Ford Fiesta is a subcompact five-door hatchback or four-door sedan, and it's currently the smallest model Ford sells in the U.S.. The Fiesta comes in a range of styles from economical and inexpensive to sporty and fun, and it faces off against cars like the Kia Rio, Mazda2, Honda Fit, Toyota Yaris, FIAT 500, Nissan Versa, Chevy Sonic, MINI...

Audi A6

Posted: 10 May 2013 02:40 PM PDT

The Audi A6 is a mid-size luxury sedan with more than 20 years of production under its belt. It's designed to compete with cars like the Mercedes-Benz E Class and BMW 5-Series. For more on the current model, including prices, options, and specifications, see our full review of the 2013 Audi A6 and S6. Joined for parts of its life by the...

Audi Allroad

Posted: 10 May 2013 02:37 PM PDT

The Audi Allroad is essentially an A4 Avant wagon with added ground clearance, more rugged trim details, and a little more assertive personality. It comes standard with all-wheel drive, and it's intended for those families who occasionally like to go off-pavement, but not in a hardcore kind of way. This ruggedized wagon neatly complements the Q5...

Audi Q5

Posted: 10 May 2013 02:35 PM PDT

The Audi Q5 is a mid-size luxury crossover with seating for five. Based on the A4, the Q5 competes with alternatives like the BMW X3, Volvo XC60, Mercedes-Benz GLK, Land Rover Range Rover Evoque and Cadillac SRX. See our 2013 Audi Q5 page for more information, including fuel economy ratings and pricing with options With the Q5, Audi doesn't stray...

Audi Q7

Posted: 10 May 2013 02:33 PM PDT

The Audi Q7 is a full-size luxury crossover with seating for seven passengers. It's gone mostly unchanged since its launch in 2007. See our 2013 Audi Q7 review for more information, including pricing with options and fuel economy ratings With the Q7, Audi gained a bigger companion to its Avant wagon models, one with more all-weather capability...

Nissan 370Z

Posted: 10 May 2013 02:30 PM PDT

The Nissan 370Z is the heir to decades of sportscar heritage that started in 1969 with the Datsun 240Z. It's a rear-wheel drive, two-seat coupe or roadster that's makes for an exceptional offering without many competitors on the road today. See our 2013 Nissan 370Z review for pricing with options, specifications, and gas mileage ratings Those...

Nissan GT-R

Posted: 10 May 2013 02:26 PM PDT

The Nissan GT-R is a turbocharged, all-wheel drive supercar. Despite it's relatively low entry price, it delivers performance on par with the world's most expensive exotics. Its software and electronics make it tame enough for daily use, and its small rear seats can be used in a pinch, too. The GT-R's edge, unique design continues to turn heads...

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