2017 Lincoln MKZ (1176)

By Phil Shuyler Look out for Lincoln. This longstanding nameplate (started in 1917) is working hard reimagining their brand, and their vehicles. The MKZ sedan has joined the fun and is updated for 2017. The first thing you’ll notice is that this doesn’t look like a Lincoln - or what we think...
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2017 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T GLI (1175)

Overview: This is the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0 T (turbo) GLI 4-door Sedan. The turbocharged four-cylinder engine has no trouble merging onto highways or getting past slower cars. Even with that power, this Jetta manages 33 highway MPG. Chevrolet Cruze and Mazda3 are very good and Hyundai Elantra is best of...
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2017 Volvo S60 T5 AWD Dynamic (1173)

Overview: This is the 2017 Volvo S60 T5 AWD Dynamic. Here is what Volvo says: “If you’re the type of driver who loves a sporty look and an energetic ride, the S60 Dynamic was designed just for you. With a bold exterior, Dual Xenon headlights, a power glass moon roof, leather...
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2016 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD (1172)

Overview: This is the 2016 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD SUV, and Wow, it is packed with great features and the price reflects all the cool stuff to make your driving a great experience. I’ve been test driving Mazda for a very long time. I don’t have any review evidence before 2007 but...
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2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport M/T (1171)

Overview: This is the 2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport M/T (Manual Transmission). I’ll repeat myself in noting that in the early years of the industry cars were equipped only with Manual Transmissions and in the early 1950s when automatic transmissions began to be popular Manual was recognized as ‘Standard’. Today of course...
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2017 Mitsubishi Outlander 3.0 GT (1170)

Overview: This is the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander 3.0 GT  The 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander is one of four (4) other SUVs in its class, of the 11 that are listed below, with a third row seating. Although the third row is only comfortable for children or other small people. The Chevy Traverse is...
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2017 Hyundai Genesis G80 (1169)

Overview: This is the 2017 Hyundai Genesis G80. Surely it is one of my favorite cars and one that I could see myself buying. Does that sound odd since the world makes many great cars. European cars like Mercedes, BMW and Audi and American cars like Cadillac and Buick are all...
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