The gas-electric hybrid Lexus GS 450h looks like the ordinary GS, which is a good thing. This powerful car is attractive from any angle, with a sporty yet elegant shape that looks great without drawing undue attention to itself. Despite the apparent complexity of the many luxury features in the Lexus GS, it’s actually easy to learn all the controls without spending hours reading through the owner’s manual. BMW and Saab should take a lesson. Read More »

New Car Review of the 2006 Buick Lucerne CXL Mid-Size Sedan Base MSRP Range: $25,265 – $34,265 Base Invoice Range: $23,875 – $32,380 MSRP As Tested: $31,3555 Versions: CX, CXL, CXS. Vehicle Category: Mid-Size Sedan Engine Location: Front Engine Drive Wheels: Front-Wheel Drive. Engine as Tested: 3.8- liter, Overhead Valve, V-6, 197 – horsepower at 5200 rpm and 227 lb-ft ... Read More »

New Car Review of the 2006 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE Full-Size Sedan Base MSRP Range: $27,900 – $30,150 Base Invoice Range: $25,511 – $27,568 MSRP As Tested: $35,015 Versions: SE, SL. Vehicle Category: Full-Size Sedan Engine Location: Front Engine Drive Wheels: Front-Wheel Drive. Standard Engine as Tested: 3.5-liter, Dual Overhead Cam, V-6, 265- horsepower at 5800 rpm and 255 lb-ft ... Read More »

Base MSRP Range: $44,660 – $46,060 Base Invoice Range: $39,746 – $40,992 MSRP As Tested: $50,257 Versions: 2WD, All Wheel Drive Vehicle Category: Hybrid Gas-Electric Mid-Size Luxury Sport Utility Vehicle Engine Location: Front Engine Drive Wheels: All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive. Standard Engine as Tested: 3.3-liter, Dual Overhead Cam, 24-valves, V-6,, 268 - horsepower at 5600 rpm and 212 lb-ft torque ... Read More »

New Car Review of the 2007 Jaguar XK8 Luxury Convertible Sports Car Base MSRP Range: $80,835 – $91,835 Base Invoice Range: $73,560 – $83,570 MSRP As Tested: $94,000 Versions: XKS, XKR. Vehicle Category: Luxury Convertible Sports Car Engine Location: Front Engine Drive Wheels: Rear-Wheel Drive. Standard Engine: 4.2-liter, Dual Overhead Cam, 32-valves, Supercharged, V-8, 300 – horsepower at 6000 rpm ... Read More »

Kia has unveiled a new five-door concept car called Soul that's expected to show up in the 2007 line as a new small-scale crossover SUV. Read More »

Kia's mid-size sedan earns a new platform with a longer wheelbase and wider track. As a result, there's more room in the five-seat cabin and more trunk space. Read More »

New Car Review of the 2006 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Mid-Size Luxury Sedan Base MSRP: $53,770 Base Invoice: $49,559 MSRP As Tested: $63,840 Versions: Quattro, Avant. Vehicle Category: Mid-Size Luxury Sedan Engine Location: Front Engine Drive Wheels: Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive. Standard Engine: 4.2-liter, Dual Overhead Cam, 40-valves, V-8, 335 - horsepower at 6600 rpm and 310 lb-ft torque at ... Read More »

New Car Review of the 2006 Toyota Avalon Full-Size Sedan Base MSRP Range: $26,625 – $33,815 Base Invoice Range: $23,788 – $29,757 MSRP As Tested: $30,034. Versions: XL, Touring, XLS, Limited. Vehicle Category: Full-Size Sedan Engine Location: Front Engine Drive Wheels: Front-Wheel Drive. Standard Engine as Tested: 3.5-liter, Dual Overhead Cam, 16-valves, V-6, 268 – horsepower at 6200 rpm and ... Read More »

2006 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Compact Hatchback Base MSRP Range: $20,340 – $21,415 Base Invoice Range: $18,526 – $19,599 MSRP As Tested: $29,230 Versions: Automatic or Manual Transmission Vehicle Category: Compact Hatchback Engine Location: Front Engine Drive Wheels: Front-Wheel Drive. Optional Engine as Tested: 2.0-liter, Dual Overhead Cam, 16- valves, Turbocharged, I-4, 200 – horsepower at 5500 – 6000 rpm and ... Read More »