Mercedes-AMG G65 2016

Set to join the U.S. lineup in November, the 2016 Mercedes-AMG G65 debuted in the Big Apple. Fitted with a handbuilt AMG 6.0-liter bi-turbo V12 that churns out 621 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque, this exclusive on/off-roader can sprint from 0-60 mph in just 5.3 seconds. And its 4ETS electronic traction system with a low-range transfer case and three 100-percent differential locks ensures the G65 will have no problem going anywhere...

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BMW unveils third-generation X5

Building on its current and highly successful formula, the 2014 BMW X5 Sports Activity Vehicle gets a significant remake as the line enters its third generation. In addition to more style, enhanced comfort/convenience/safety features and even better performance, this focused makeover also includes the introduction of the first-ever rear-drive X5 variant -- the sDrive35i -- which will join the existing all-wheel drive xDrive35i,...

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Volvo XC90 R-Design 2016

Less than a month after taking the wraps off of its all-new XC90 SUV, Volvo has now offered a look at the slick R-Design version of this three-row people mover. Sitting above the basic XC90 Momentum trim grade, the new XC90 R-Design was created as a counterpoint to the more luxury-oriented XC90 Inscription model and offers a distinctive package aimed a buyers who "love active driving and a personal, expressive design." Available...

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Volkswagen XL Sport Concept

Putting a high-performance spin on the original, efficiency-oriented XL1 that was shown last year in Geneva, Volkswagen surprised the crowds in Paris by unveiling this boldly recast variation on the theme: the XL Sport Concept.  While sharing a good deal of its lightweight engineering with VW's limited-production mileage-maxing plug-in hybrid that delivers 261 mpg, this new concept matches bolder looks and a redesigned...

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Volkswagen Golf Alltrack

In what would be a Subaru Outback competitor, Volkswagen launched the new Golf Alltrack model in Paris. While company execs won't comment on its future as part of the U.S. lineup, we're led to believe there's at least a 50/50 chance we'll see some variation of this stylish on/off-roader turn up here at some point, as either a 2017 or 2018 model.  A key ingredient of the Alltrack formula is its standard 4Motion all-wheel-drive...

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