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Ask an enthusiast what it’s like to drive a hybrid and they’re likely to yawn, lay down and promptly nap for 20 minutes. Ask an eco-conscious citizen of the 21st century what it’s like to drive a 263-horsepower sport sedan and they’re likely to gnash their teeth, rend their garments and pantomime the burning of forests. [...]
by Nelson Ireson The compact sport luxury SUV niche was not so long ago a non-existent thing, though recent years have seen an increasing number of entrants, including German, Japanese and American offerings. The next several years will see even more added as Mercedes brings its GLK to the mix and Audi rolls out the [...]
New in 2007, the Acura MDX—described by Car and Driver as “a tall wagon [that] is an all-weather hauler on the sporty side”—gets a minor makeover inside and out for the 2010 model year. Reviewers from around the Web are mostly pleased by the richness of the cabin, but the oddly styled grille encounters more [...]
Acura released the second-generation MDX to market in 2007. In 2009, Acura MDXs carry over largely unchanged except for the addition of two colors: Bali Blue Pearl and Mocha Metallic. TheCarConnection.com has seen that opinions on the 2009 Acura MDX are divided on the exterior design and generally positive for the interior design. Kelley Blue [...]
While the interior of the 2009 Acura RL meets with general praise, the restyled exterior offends the aesthetic palate of most reviewers. Edmunds is vociferous in its condemnation of the new RL’s exterior appearance: “In the luxury segment, styling more than anything is what moves cars off the showroom floor, and that’s where the RL [...]
After five years on the market, the Acura TSX was due for an overhaul. For 2009, Acura offers that overhaul in the form of a complete redesign both inside and out, though reviews are mixed on whether the styling on the new 2009 Acura TSX is a success. The 2009 Acura TSX is a simple, [...]
For those who can get past the unusual styling, the 2010 Acura TL is a strong choice among midsize luxury sedans. Pros Many user-friendly high-tech features, spacious cabin, smart all-wheel-drive system, superb available surround-sound stereo, excellent crash test scores. Cons Polarizing styling, base model’s numb steering. What’s New for 2010 After a complete redesign last [...]