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2011 Hyundai Sonata 2.0T
Dec 20th
It’s not quite a Cinderella story, because the Hyundai Sonata’s been getting steadily better for the past decade or so. The most recent evolution is certainly the most eye-catching, though, thanks to a new, dynamic face and extravagant styling.
After twenty-three years in the North American market, the Sonata seems to have finally developed a personality, and it’s cutting-edge. The Sonata features dramatic, sporty lines, fuel-efficient powertrains and dramatic improvements in road manners and comfort. Hyundai has expanded the Sonata lineup to include a hybrid, and there’s a turbocharged version as well. More >
2012 Dodge Charger R/T
Nov 28th
If you’re one of those drivers who’s just not happy unless you’re at the wheel of a big, rear-drive American sedan (and there are quite a lot of you) then the Dodge Charger is right up your alley. The Charger’s low and wide, driven by the “proper” wheels, and it’s got a choice of six or eight cylinders under the hood. For additional cool points, it’s also largely inherited the cop-car mantle passed on when the Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor bit the dust. When it was first introduced, critics slammed the Charger for taking the name of a classic muscle coupe and having the audacity to sport four doors, but this car has grown into its name nicely.
(2011 Charger pictured)
For 2011 the Charger received a handsome facelift and some new option packages. Bigger news is on the way for 2012, when an all-new eight-speed transmission arrives to improve gas mileage and drivability. New option packages are also available. The improvements keep the Charger high on the desirable-family-car list. More >
2011 Toyota Avalon
Aug 20th
This is one of those cars that many people forget still exists. The Toyota Avalon is known for inspiring phrases like “competently boring.” Toyota’s answer to just about every car Buick ever built could be said to have transcended its source material.
Then again, Buicks aren’t all that boring these days. Redesigned for 2011, the Avalon soldiers on as prime bridge-club transportation though, with a big back seat, plenty of power and appliance-like operation. It started out in 1994 as a slightly cushier Camry clone and aimed at mid-luxury brands like Buick, Mercury and Oldsmobile. In the years since, it’s outlived two of those marques and over the years the Avalon has become a very distinct and different vehicle from Toyota’s bread-and-butter sedans. More >