Kia Sorento First Review 2016

When Kia chose Lake Tahoe as the site to introduce the new 2016 Kia Sorento, it had everything to do with the picturesque location and status-climbing intent of this midsize crossover SUV. However, the mountains unleashed a winter storm that gave us a hint of how the nearby Donner Pass gained its infamy, and we wound up driving the new Sorento in snow and rain blown sideways by winds literally strong enough to kick up surfable waves...

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Kia Optima Matures Without a Hint of Gray 2016

The Kia Optima has long been one of the Korean carmaker's unqualified successes. Combining strong value with strong styling and a variety of drivetrains, the Optima midsize sedan and the funky-but-lovable Soul have been providing the one-two punch for Kia's sales growth in the U.S. Now it's time for an all-new Optima and the 2016 Kia Optima carries the weight of anticipation placed on its swept-back shoulders with great skill Style...

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Jaguar XF: Exercise in elegant efficiency 2016

As promised, the all-new 2016 Jaguar XF sedan made its first appearance as part of a dramatic over-water high-wire crossing that took place in London's Canary Wharf district prior to its debut in New York. But that high-profile entrance aside, the second generation of Jag's popular midsize 4-door has an impressive story to tell in its own right. A comprehensive remake endows the 2016 XF with a more refined design coupled with upgraded...

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Hyundai Tucson First Drive: A wallflower blooms 2016

It's a familiar scenario in family dynamics: The youngest is stuck with the hand-me-downs while the older kids get the latest stuff. The thinking goes that the smallest of the pack will eventually grow into the "new" things. Call it familial trickle-down economics We see parallels in the automotive industry, where pricier flagship models are christened with the latest technology and amenities. Yet eventually, those hot new features...

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2016 Honda Pilot First Review

The third-generation 2016 Honda Pilot embraces the mainstream family hauler nature the crossover market has evolved into from its original SUV roots. With tons of new features, it's conservative yet stylish with a heavy dose of refinement.  After a day-long stint behind the wheel, it's clear that the Pilot debuts near the top of a very competitive class Resized = Right Sized From the ground to the roof rails, the 2016 Honda...

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