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First Drives2016 Nissan Sentra: 20% New, 50% Better3.5/5
Let’s begin by discussing the meaning of the title of this article. In the most ambitious mid-generation refresh in Nissan history, 20% of the 2016 Sentra's parts are new. In other words, your 2016 Sentra is 20% different from your neighbour's 2015 Sentra. Then again, they say that our DNA …
First DrivesFirst Drive: 2016 Jaguar XJL
Of all the statement-making cars on the market today, of which there are plenty, there's perhaps none more understated than the 2016 Jaguar XJL. Like other extended-wheelbase luxury sedans on the market, the XJL has a commanding presence, but it's not over the top. It's proud without being loud; in …
First Drives2017 Porsche 911 Turbo: Still at the Top4.5/5
If the accelerated pace with which Porsche is creating versions of its "new" 911 Carrera, which are now almost all powered by turbocharged engines, is any indication, the Stuttgart-based manufacturer is currently accelerating at full throttle. The Carrera and Carrera S were presented at the Frankfurt Auto Show, the Carrera …
First Drives2016 Cadillac CT6: Bye-Bye Battleships4.0/5
Riding in the rear seat of a car means one thing to an auto journalist: it's time to touch everything. It's rare that I get to be a passenger in this business, instead moving from one cockpit to the next, clutching the steering wheel, the shifter, or occasionally stabbing at …
First DrivesAutonomous Kia Soul: Level 4 Achieved, Level 5 Coming Soon
MOJAVE, California — These are exciting times in the quest for the self-driving car. Many believe that autonomous vehicles are not far from becoming a reality, and the truth is that driver support devices are already foreshadowing it. From adaptive cruise control, blind spot detectors or lane change warning, all …
First Drives2016 Toyota Avalon: Long Quiet River3.5/5
In the old days, when we wanted a truly comfortable vehicle that didn’t wear a flashy badge, there were plenty of models to choose from: from big Oldsmobiles to Lincolns and Chryslers, it was easy to get behind the wheel of a cozy land yacht. However, today this type of …
First Drives2016 Range Rover Sport Td6: The Renaissance Diesel4.5/5
Range Rover is on a roll. The brand’s sales are climbing steadily while new stuff is constantly being added to their lineup. Several models were revised from a styling standpoint, notably the Range Rover Sport about two years ago, while the use of aluminum for creating body panels is spreading …
First Drives2016 Jaguar XF: Modernizing Tradition, Phase Two4.5/5
When the first generation of the XF appeared in 2009, the sedan boasted a modern silhouette that put aside the brand’s stereotypical styling cues that were used for too long. The four circular headlights, the excessive application of exterior chrome trim and the mandatory walnut dashboard were all finally replaced …
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