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2006 Isuzu I-350 Full-Size Pickup Truck

Is this the best Isuzu can do? The company's lineup now consists entirely of General Motors ripoffs, including this I-350 pickup that's nothing but a Chevy Colorado. The only difference is the name on the hood. Hard, cheap-feeling plastics cover much of the dash and door panels in the I-350, marring an otherwise great cabin. It's roomy and quiet, but the quality looks like it was built a decade ago. Read More »

2005 Suzuki Reno Compact Economy Hatchback Sedan

A stylish hatchback body gives the new Suzuki Reno a clean, simple, European-inspired look that stands out from other cars in its price range. The Reno's surprising style and refinement extend to the car's interior, where quality materials and tight construction make it feel more expensive than it is. Read More »

2005 Mercury Mariner Compact Sport Utility Vehicle

No, we didn't place the wrong picture here. This is the Mercury Mariner, a slightly revamped version of the popular Ford Escape SUV, which looks and drives almost exactly like its cheaper cousin. The one area where the Mariner is a serious improvement over the Escape is in the interior, where better materials and a more pleasing color palette make it feel slightly more upscale. Read More »

2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara Compact Sport Utility Vehicle

It's a great bargain if you're looking for upscale amenities in an off-road vehicle. You get lots of gadgets for the money, including an optional keyless start device that's usually only available in much more expensive SUVs. It also drives very well on pavement considering it's designed to be a true off-road performer. Read More »

2004 Suzuki XL-7 Mid-Size Sport Utility Vehicle

Suzuki's XL-7 doesn't just look like a tough, off-road SUV. It's the real thing. Unlike its car-based competitors, it rides on a truck-style frame that makes it durable enough for extreme off-road driving. The XL-7 has the roomiest interior in its class, both in terms of passenger space and cargo volume. Plus, thanks to improved materials on its] redesigned dash and several fancy features, it doesn't feel cheap. Read More »

2005 Suzuki XL-7 Mid-Size Sport Utility Vehicle

Suzuki's XL-7 doesn't just look like a tough, off-road SUV. It's the real thing. Unlike its car-based competitors, it rides on a truck-style frame that makes it durable enough for extreme off-road driving. The XL-7 has the roomiest interior in its class, both in terms of passenger space and cargo volume. Plus, thanks to lots of upscale features that come at no extra cost, it doesn't feel cheap. Read More »

2006 Saturn Relay Minivan

Expect significant new products at Saturn of General Motors -- there's a different kind of minivan already on the street, called the Relay. Relay is Saturn's first new model. Read More »

2006 Saturn Sky Two-Seat Roadster

Sky, Saturn's sporty two-seat roadster, goes into production this fall. Showing smooth sheetmetal draped over a long and low structure with 18-inch wheels and tires, Sky looks racy fast but downright expensive, yet the price tag is projected to cut under $25,000. Read More »