 Power, efficiency, reality all catch up with 2020 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel
For 2020, Ram isn’t letting off the gas—or maybe I should say “accelerator.” The 2020 Ram 1500 marks the return of the EcoDiesel engine under the hood of the automaker’s light-duty pickup truck. With a $4,995 price premium (or $3,000 over the 5.7-liter Hemi V-8 e-Torque mild-hybrid) the burning question for the diesel...
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 2014 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2014 Nissan Rogue Comparison
2014 Toyota RAV4
Starting Price: $12,900-15,000 | Find a Toyota RAV4 near you
Above Average: Easy-to-use Entune audio system; car-like ride; class-leading cargo capacity.
Below Average: Not a lot of power; there are better choices for off-road driving; some competitors handle better.
Consensus: The Toyota RAV4 helped start the compact crossover SUV genre, and it's a solid, dependable vehicle, exactly what you'd expect from Toyota..
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2014 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2014 Honda CR-V Comparison
2014 Toyota RAV4
Starting Price: $12,900-15,000 | Find a Toyota RAV4 near you
Above Average: Easy-to-use Entune audio system; car-like ride; class-leading cargo capacity.
Below Average: Not a lot of power; there are better choices for off-road driving; some competitors handle better.
Consensus: The Toyota RAV4 helped start the compact crossover SUV genre, and it's a solid, dependable vehicle, exactly what you'd expect from Toyota..
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2014 Honda CR-V vs. 2014 Nissan Rogue Comparison
2014 Honda CR-V
Starting Price: $12,500-15,200 | Find a Honda CR-V near you
Above Average: Excellent fuel economy; very durable; good ride.
Below Average: Some basic tech features are only available on upper trims; low tow rating.
Consensus: Another senior member of the class of compact crossover SUVs is the Honda CR-V, and the 2014 model maintains the brand's reputation for fuel economy, solid build quality, and respectable resale values..
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2020 Subaru WRX, WRX STI, and BRZ Priced
BRZ tS limited edition returns
BRZ drops entry-level Premium trim
STI adds features
Minor price increases for WRX, WRX STI
WRX starts at $27,495, STI from $36,995; BRZ is $28,845
On sale this fall
Subaru has announced tweaks to its lineup of performance models, the 2020 WRX, 2020 WRX STI, and 2020 BRZ sports coupe.
BRZ: New range-topping tS
The BRZ lineup sees the departure of the entry-level Premium model as well as the Series.Gray limited edition..
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The 2020 Nissan Versa tests the limits of content in a value-driven segment
The average transaction price for a new car is now more than $37,000. For those with access to low-interest, long-term loans, that's not too difficult to stomach. In the real world, not everybody is in that position. Some need new-car reliability and the peace of mind brought about by the accompanying warranty, and they need to do it for...
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2020 Honda Civic Hatchback First Look
Styling tweaks front and rear, plus new wheel designs
6-speed stick now available on Sport Touring model
EX, Sport, and Sport Touring add more features
All models get more sound deadening
On sale now
Prices start at $22,580 (including $930 destination)
The Honda Civic is the most popular passenger car in the brand's lineup, and the hatchback variant has been treated to a round of updates for 2020..
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2019 Genesis G80 vs. 2019 Cadillac CTS Comparison
2019 Genesis G80
Starting Price: $43,045 | Price Yours
Above Average: Great value; loaded with standard features; great warranty; comfortable seating for five.
Below Average: Not as refined as others in its segment; styling's a bit generic; not very sporty or exciting to drive.
Consensus: As the newest member of the competitive premium sedan segment, Genesis knows full well that it needs to make an impression, so the 2019 Genesis G80 comes to the party packed with standard features of both...
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2020 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel pickup trucks priced from $38,585
When the 2020 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel goes on sale later this year it'll be the most expensive optional engine available in a light-duty truck. On Friday, Ram said the 3.0-liter V-6 EcoDiesel engine option in the 2020 Ram 1500 will command a $4,995 premium over the base V-6 mild-hybrid or a $3,000 premium over the 5.7-liter Hemi V-8 mild-hybrid. That's...
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2020 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel Pricing Announced
New EcoDiesel engine offers 480 lb-ft of torque
Towing capacity up to 12,560 pounds
Pricing starts at $36,890, plus $1,695 destination
Ram announced that pricing for the 2020 Ram 1500 with the all-new, third-generation EcoDiesel engine will start at $38,585 (including destination)..
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2020 Toyota Corolla Nightshade editions turn to the dark side
Toyota reinvented its compact stalwart for 2019, injecting it with much-needed shots of youthful energy and modern sophistication. For 2020, the Toyota Corolla sedan and hatchback will be offered with a new Nightshade package, giving buyers access to an edgier, blacked-out aesthetic. Nightshade models will have gloss-black exterior badges, side...
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2020 Chevrolet Corvette costs $59,995 to start, including fees
Chevrolet on Thursday confirmed a surprise. Although the automaker announced last month that the mid-engine 2020 Chevy Corvette would cost less than $60,000, many expected that price would exclude the mandatory destination charge that would add another $1,000 or so. Not so. When it goes on sale later this year, the 2020 Chevy Corvette will cost...
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2020 Honda Odyssey
Cool after kids is possible. The 2020 Honda Odyssey is more about convenience, and less about capitulation. This year, the van is standard with a 10-speed automatic in all trims and celebrates its 25th anniversary with some special badges and wheels, if you like. The basic formula hasn’t changed over two and a half decades. The Odyssey still...
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2019 Genesis G90 vs. 2019 Jaguar XJ Comparison
2019 Genesis G90
Starting Price: $70,345 | Price Yours
Above Average: Great warranty; top safety pick from IIHS; price tops out where other competitors start; excellent build quality; refined ride; excellent sound system; free service valet.
Below Average: Lacks the brand cachet of well-established European marques; not as sporty as some competitors; shares some interior parts with lower-end Hyundai models.
Consensus: The 2019 Genesis G90 is a solid entrant into the premium full-size luxury
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2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Priced
Promise met with $59,995 starting price including delivery
Top tier 3LT to start at $71,945
Mid-engine V8 boasts 490 horsepower
Z51 Performance Package adds $5,000
Production starts late this year
Chevrolet has kept its promise of pricing the 2020 Corvette Stingray below $60,000 with a base price $5 under that figure..
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2020 Ford Ranger FX2 First Look
Off-road variant of rear-drive Ranger
Package includes locking differential
Suspension, tires geared for off-road use
Extra underbody protection
Package priced at $595
Ford will introduce a more off-road ready version of its 2020 Ranger with the FX2 Off-Road package that includes some of the gear found on the all-wheel drive FX4 variant..
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2019 Audi E-tron earns IIHS' first Top Safety Pick+ award for an electric car
The first electric car to earn the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's highest award is the 2019 Audi E-Tron, the insurance industry-funded group announced Wednesday. The IIHS said the E-tron crossover earned top "Good" scores in every crash test, including the driver- and passenger-side small overlap crash tests. The group noted that every...
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2019 Genesis G70 vs. 2019 BMW 3 Series Comparison
2019 Genesis G70
Starting Price: $35,895 | Price Yours
Above Average: Optional manual transmission with base engine; great warranty; good suspension balance between comfort and performance; plenty of standard equipment at all trim levels
Below Average: Rear seat space is a bit tight on legroom, and the middle space is very small; narrow trunk opening
Consensus: A brand-new entry in the very crowded sport sedan field, the 2019 Genesis G70 aquits itself well..
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2020 Dodge Charger Daytona 50th Anniversary Edition First Look
Limited edition Charger boasts 717 horsepower
Pays tribute to 1969 Charger Daytona
Only 501 will be built
Order book opens in fall for early 2020 deliveries
Pricing announced closer to launch
A limited edition of the 2020 Dodge Charger Hellcat Widebody designed to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the original Charger Daytona models has been unveiled during the annual Woodward Dream Cruise in Michigan..
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2020 Lexus LC 500 Inspiration Series First Look
Lexus continues Inspiration Series with LC 500
Coupe boasts exclusive colors
21-inch 2-tone wheels part of the package
Limited run of 100 units
Pricing to be announced later
Lexus is continuing its run of limited-edition models that sport different paint and color schemes by introducing the 2020 Lexus LC 500 Inspiration Series during Monterey Car Week..
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2020 Ford Ranger FX2 is the Baja pickup ready for cities
Tradition won't skip Ford's newest pickup truck. On Wednesday, Ford announced that the 2020 Ford Ranger FX2 will be available for order as a $595 upgrade on the mid-size pickup. The package adds off-road tires, front skid plates, an electronically locking rear differential, and chunkier styling. Ford said the FX2 package is available for ordering...
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Ford backtracks on Fiesta, Focus transmission claims, offers extended warranties
Ford will extend warranties by two years or 40,0000 miles on some 2014-2016 Fiesta and Focus sedans and hatchbacks equipped with a problematic dual-clutch automatic transmission, the automaker announced Wednesday. The move follows building criticism from owners and media over the maligned transmission, which has plagued the automaker since its...
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2014 Honda Accord vs. 2014 Nissan Altima Used Car Comparison
2014 Honda Accord
Starting Price: $12,000-$14,000 | Find a Honda Accord near you
Above Average: Loads of choices, from sedan to coupe to two hybrids, including a plug-in; great reliability and resale values; V6 models are quick.
Below Average: No all-wheel drive or diesel variant; conservative styling.
Consensus: For many years the Honda Accord has been the standard-bearer in the midsize class, and for good reason..
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New Terrain to climb? Small GMC crossover's price goes up for 2020 in most trims
The 2020 GMC Terrain will feature newly standard active safety features when it goes on sale later this year and a new price for most versions. GMC confirmed to The Car Connection that the 2020 Terrain will cost the same for a base model when it goes on sale later this year. A 2020 GMC Terrain SL will cost $26,195, including destination, for a...
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2020 Honda Insight
Efficiency-focused shoppers would do well to consider the 2020 Honda Insight hybrid sedan. The small car from Honda returns not only more than 50 mpg combined in most configurations, according to the EPA, it also manages to do it for less than $24,000 in base form and perhaps, more importantly, without drawing attention to itself. It has plenty to...
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Congress plans to try again on self-driving car legislation
Congress may revisit an overhaul to federal rules for self-driving cars when it reconvenes early next month. House and Senate committees are looking for comments from the public and automakers to standardize federal rules for testing and selling self-driving cars and cars with semi-autonomous driver-assistance features, Automotive News reported...
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Ford Extends Focus and Fiesta Powertrain Coverage
Clutch coverage extended to 7 years/100,000 miles
Move is in response to dual-clutch transmission concerns
Will reimburse owners for out-of-pocket repairs
Ford is extending the powertrain coverage on certain 2014-16 Focus and 2014-15 Fiesta models equipped with dual clutch automatic transmissions..
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2020 Acura Type S Concept First Look
Acura's return to performance-focused Type S variants
Predicts design language of upcoming Acura TLX Type S
Sleek profile and wide stance suggest powerful performance
Acura promises another Type the next 2 years
Builds on Acura's mantra of Precision Crafted Performance
Over the last four years Acura has been on a mission to reassert the brand's performance image..
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2014 Toyota Camry vs. 2014 Nissan Altima Used Car Comparison
2014 Toyota Camry
Starting Price: $10,000-$12,000 | Find a Toyota Camry near you
Above Average: Great reputation, proven reliability and resale value; quiet interior; excellent hybrid model offers spirited performance and excellent fuel mileage.
Below Average: Styling is a bit bland; all-wheel drive is not available; hybrid's trunk is a bit small.
Consensus: The 2014 Toyota Camry is a rock-solid reliable 4-door sedan, with models ranging from the frugal base model to a sportier v...
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2019 Lexus NX aces IIHS tests, earns Top Safety Pick+ nod
The 2019 Lexus NX earned a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the organization announced Monday. The NX earned the institute's highest safety nod thanks to excellent standard headlights and "Superior" scores for forward collision avoidance. While 2015-2018 models earned above-average marks, the award applies...
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2020 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid First Review
Most powerful Porsche Cayenne ever is a plug-in hybrid
Hybrid V8 powertrain produces 670 peak horsepower
Hits 60 mph in 3.6 seconds
Top speed: 183 mph
On sale in February, priced at $161,900
A coupe version also will be available, priced at $164,400
Hybrid sport-utility vehicles aren't supposed to emit little backfires under deceleration..
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Lawsuit alleges GM sold heavy-duty trucks that couldn't reliably run on US diesel fuel
Some truck owners say General Motors knowingly used a defective fuel pump in many heavy-duty pickups and vans that could erode and pump metal shavings through engines, according to a lawsuit filed this month. The lawsuit, which was filed in federal court in Detroit, is the continuation of several lawsuits filed against many truckmakers including...
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2020 Nissan Altima
Come for the bargain, stay for the value. The 2020 Nissan Altima will attract many buyers for its affordability. It costs less than $25,000 in base trim. Over time they’ll appreciate their choice more: the 2020 Altima’s a good mid-size sedan with impressive value. It’s a 6.7 on our scale, which reflects its good base features...
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2014 Toyota Camry vs. 2014 Honda Accord Used Car Comparison
2014 Toyota Camry
Starting Price: $10,000-$12,000 | Find a Toyota Camry near you
Above Average: Great reputation, proven reliability and resale value; quiet interior; excellent hybrid model offers spirited performance and excellent fuel mileage.
Below Average: Styling is a bit bland; all-wheel drive is not available; hybrid's trunk is a bit small.
Consensus: The 2014 Toyota Camry is a rock-solid reliable 4-door sedan, with models ranging from the frugal base model to a sportier variant wit...
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2020 Honda Odyssey gets standard 10-speed automatic, 25th anniversary package
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of its bestselling minivan, Honda announced Monday that the 2020 Odyssey minivan will be equipped as standard with its 10-speed automatic transmission and offer a commemorative package that bundles some unique visual upgrades to mark the occassion. Previously only offered on the higher-end Odyssey Touring and...
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2019 Fiat 500X Trekking Plus Quick Take
Standard turbo 1.3-liter engine
177 horsepower, 210 lb-ft of torque
9-speed automatic transmission
Standard all-wheel drive
Leather seating and Apple CarPlay standard
EPA Economy: 24 mpg City/30 mpg Highway/26 mpg Combined
On sale now, priced at $29,445
For 2019, the Italian automaker's 120th anniversary, Fiat has given its 500X subcompact crossover SUV a mid-cycle refresh..
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2020 Honda Odyssey First Look
Odyssey marks 25th anniversary with special package
All models get 10-speed automatic transmission
Offered in five trim levels
Base price of $30,690 reflects a $500 increase
Honda is marking the 25th anniversary of having its Odyssey minivan in the lineup by offering a special package to commemorate the event, as well as making the 10-speed automatic transmission standard across the board.
This special package, which costs $1,500 ($2,800 when special order, deale
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2020 Ford Expedition King Ranch is the family SUV that wears boots and Wranglers
The 2020 Ford Expedition King Ranch may be the answer to the question: "What do I drive when I need to take more than five to a roundup?" CarsDirect on Friday reported that the popular edition of the Expedition will return for 2020 and cost $74,290, including destination charges. Available in both Expedition and longer Expedition Max sizes, the...
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2020 Nissan Maxima adds active safety tech, starts at $35,100
Nissan's range-topping Maxima sedan is getting a few tech upgrades for the 2020 model year, along with a tiny bump in price. Starting at $35,100 ($255 more than 2019), including mandatory destination charges, the 2020 Maxima now comes standard with Nissan's active safety suite on all grades. This package comprises six driver assistance systems...
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2020 Buick Encore GX to get turbo-3 engines, three trims, active safety features
When the 2020 Buick Encore GX arrives in the U.S. next year, the compact crossover will be offered with a choice of two turbo-3 engines driving the front or all four wheels—a first for any Buick. Buick hasn't said yet how much the Encore GX will cost, or exactly when it will arrive. The 2020 Encore GX's configurations and powertrains are...
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2020 Kia Seltos First Look
New subcompact crossover for global markets
Designed to bring sophistication to the segment
2.0-liter and turbo 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engines offered
Set to rival Honda HR-V, Mazda CX-3 and Jeep Renegade
Not yet confirmed for the U.S.
Kia offered us an early opportunity to drive its all-new 2020 Kia Seltos during a recent visit to the automaker's headquarters in Seoul, Korea..
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Nissan, EVGo plan 200 new electric car fast-chargers across the US
Nissan and EVGo will partner to build the largest public network of 100-kw fast chargers in the U.S., the companies announced this week. The two companies are combining to install more than 200 new chargers nationwide that will charge at 100 kw—enabling a faster rate with some vehicles, such as the Nissan Leaf Plus, versus existing 50-kw...
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2020 Acura NSX First Look
Indy Yellow Pearl added
Carryover powertrain rated at 573 horsepower
0-60 mph in 2.7 seconds
Pricing starts at $157,500 plus $1,995 delivery
Acura has introduced the 2020 NSX mid-engine sports car with a new color, Indy Yellow Pearl, which pays homage to a color used on the previous general NSX, Spa Yellow..
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2020 GMC Terrain adds automatic braking, active lane control
The smallest GMC crossover is getting a big safety bump. When it goes on sale this year, the 2020 Terrain will include on every model a suite of active safety features that includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection and active lane control. An optional package available adds adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitors, rear...
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7 ways automakers charge for things now that used to be free
Free is in short supply and cheap is running out for new car shoppers nowadays. Occasional new-car shoppers might be surprised to see charges for items that once were included in the cost of a new car. In some cases, those charges are added because few shoppers ask for items that once seemed indispensable to everyday life. In other cases...
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Base 2020 BMW X5 crossover is coming, will cost less than $60,000
It may not be affordable in a universally accepted way, but a sub-$60,000 BMW X5 is on its way. BMW confirmed that it will offer a 2020 BMW X5 sDrive40i this year that will cost less than $60,000 when it hits dealer lots soon. The base crossover is rear-drive only, while the rest of the lineup is all-wheel drive. The 2020 X5 sDrive40i will feature...
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2020 Kia Forte compact sedan starts at $18,715, but the GT you want is $23,815
The 2020 Kia Forte compact sedan will be one of the most affordable vehicles on Kia lots when it goes on sale later this year, but it'll have ace up its sleeve. The 2020 Kia Forte GT, which sports an uprated 201-horsepower turbo-4 under the hood, may be lurking nearby and tempting buyers into entry-level performance. The Forte GT starts at $23,215...
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IIHS study shows knee airbags may not reduce injury in crashes
More airbags may not be better. An IIHS study released Wednesday concluded that knee airbags didn't significantly reduce the risk of injury in real-world crashes, and test data from the agency may show that the supplemental airbags may have increased injury rates in certain crashes performed by the insurance industry-funded agency. “There...
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NHTSA told Tesla to stop claiming its Model 3 was the safest car ever tested
Federal officials told Tesla's lawyers last year to stop claiming its Model 3 electric sedan achieved the lowest probability of injury of any car they've tested, documents revealed. In an October letter uncovered by PlainSite through open records laws, lawyers for the NHTSA told Tesla to remove language from its website that claimed the Model 3...
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2020 Kia Forte compact sedan starts at $18,715, but the GT you want is $23,815
The 2020 Kia Forte compact sedan will be one of the most affordable vehicles on Kia lots when it goes on sale later this year, but it'll have ace up its sleeve. The 2020 Kia Forte GT, which sports an uprated 201-horsepower turbo-4 under the hood, may be lurking nearby and tempting buyers into entry-level performance. The Forte GT starts at $23,215...
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Tips and Advice
Whether you're buying or selling, arming yourself with a vehicle's Kelley Blue Book value gives you the confidence to secure a fair deal..
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Kia recalling 11K 2019 Optima sedans for defective automatic emergency braking
Kia announced last month it would recall more than 11,000 2019 Optima sedans for automatic emergency braking software that may fail to recognize a stationary car. The recall covers 2019 Optima sedans equipped with either a 1.6-liter or 2.0-liter turbo-4 engines, which are found in EX and SX models respectively, built between May 21, 2018 and May...
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2019 Mazda CX-5 Diesel Quick Take
Powered by a 2.2-liter turbodiesel 4-cylinder
168 horsepower, 290 lb-ft of torque
6-speed automatic transmission
Available exclusively as a Signature model with AWD
Tow capacity: 3,500 pounds
EPA Economy: 27 mpg City/30 mpg Highway/28 mpg Combined
On sale now, priced at $41,000
After a several-year wait that caused many of us to believe it may never happen, the Mazda CX-5 Diesel finally has arrived for sale in the U.S..
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Nissan Titan XD Cummins diesel dead, Titan refreshed for 2020
The 2020 Nissan Titan will look and sound dramatically different than it did for the 2019 model year. On Tuesday, Nissan spokeswoman Wendy Orthman confirmed to The Car Connection that the Titan pickup truck will receive a refresh for 2020 and the Cummins turbodiesel currently available in the XD will not return. First reported by The Drive, the...
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2020 Ford Shelby GT500 Powertrain Preview
Hand-built supercharged 5.2-liter aluminum V8
Rated at 760 horsepower
Tremec 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT)
Zero to 100 mph and back to zero in a stunning 10.6 seconds
Five drive modes optimize capabilities of the DCT and active chassis
Largest front (Brembo) brakes of any domestic sport coupe
Due at Ford dealerships this fall, pricing TBA
When Ford unveiled its awesome 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500 at the January Detroit North American International Auto S
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2019 Kia Stinger vs. 2019 Infiniti Q50 Comparison
2019 Kia Stinger
Starting Price: $34,115 | Price Yours
Above Average: Excellent, precise steering; unbeatable warranty; plenty of power; great suspension, strong performance
Below Average: New model, so resale value is yet to be determined; entry-level model is well priced, but costs increase quickly
Consensus: With the 2019 Stinger, Kia has a true sport sedan, from its fantastic-sounding and powerful turbocharged engine to its excellent and responsive steering and a chassis that's tight b...
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Audi recalling 144K cars for faulty passenger airbag
Audi will recall more than 144,000 cars in the U.S. for a faulty passenger-side airbag that could be disabled and not inflate in a crash. The automaker announced the voluntary recall in July and said affected owners will be notified this month. The recalled vehicles include 2017-2018 versions of the A4 sedan and A5 coupe, including variants such...
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Infiniti QX60 earns Top Safety Pick award
The 2020 Infiniti QX60 is an IIHS Top Safety Pick, the insurance industry-funded group said Monday. The luxury three-row crossover earned the award after it nearly aced the IIHS' barrage of crash tests. The crossover earned top "Good" scores in every crash test except the passenger-side small-overlap test, where it earned an "Acceptable" rating...
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2019 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2020 Subaru Outback: Compare Crossovers
Subaru Outback and Toyota RAV4 owners have more in common beyond their Patagonia outwear. The two mega-selling crossovers sell more than an outdoorsy lifestyle ideal. They’re both spacious and comfortable, newly redesigned for buyers who take a hard left off the road. We give the 2020 Outback a 6.4 and the 2019 RAV4 a 6.5 on our overall...
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2020 Nissan Versa First Review
Pros
Much-improved styling
More safety and driver-assist technology
Class-above materials
Excellent fuel economy
Still value-priced
Cons
CVT (continuously variable automatic transmission) is efficient, not sporty
Still has rear drum brakes
1.6-liter engine works hard when Versa has a full load of people
What's New this year?
All-new vehicle with "Junior Altima" styling and improved interior
Lower, wider and stronger chassis with reduced body-to-tire ga...
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2020 Ford HD Pickup 7.3-Liter V8 First Look
All-new 7.3-liter gasoline V-8 for Ford Super Duty pickups
Best-in-class output of 430 horsepower and 475 lb-ft of torque
Paired with an all-new TorqShift heavy-duty 10-speed transmission
Optional on Super Duty trucks, standard on medium duty units
Available in late 2019, pricing announced later
Anyone thinking of buying or leasing a 2020 Ford F-Series Super-Duty pickup or heavy-duty commercial truck will soon have an all-new 7.3-liter V-8 gasoline engine option
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2020 Ford Fusion
The 2020 Ford Fusion is in its final year in new-car showrooms. Despite its age and impending demise, it’s a stylish, safe and well-equipped value among mid-size sedans. We rate it 6.2 out of 10 overall. (Read more about how we rate cars.) For 2020, the Fusion lineup remains mostly unchanged save the cancellation of the near muscle-car...
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2020 Ford Ecosport
The 2020 Ford Ecosport is the smallest of Ford’s growing crossover SUV lineup. Its city-friendly size is about the only thing going for it: power, safety, and interior quality are all below par. We rate it 3.7 out of 10. (Read more about how we rate cars.) For 2020, the Ecosport gets no major changes other than a cargo management system and...
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Dodge Power Dollars puts strong cash on 2019 muscle car (and crossover) hoods
Dodge is ready to clean out inventory ahead of the new year and it has a pretty nifty incentive campaign to help do so. The brand revealed Thursday its "Dodge Power Dollars" campaign. Dodge will dish out $10 per horsepower toward the purchase of any 2019 Dodge Challenger, Charger, or Durango model. Added up, it's a rather sizable amount taken off...
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2020 Lincoln MKZ
As luxury brands issue new SUVs with abandon, cars like the 2020 Lincoln MKZ get overlooked. With the MKZ Lincoln still offers a solid value in premium sedans, one with potent powertrains. But the MKZ’s interior never has shone, and it never delivered on the promise so extravagantly on display in Lincolns from the Aviator to the Navigator...
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Nissan announces pricing for its new 2020 Versa
All-new Nissan Versa S, with manual transmission, starts at $14,730
The Versa S with CVT automatic is priced at $16,400
The expected high-volume model, the Versa SV, begins at $17,640
The top-of-the-line Nissan Versa, the SR, starts at $18,240
Destination fee: $895
Versa is on sale now, available only as a sedan
Nissan's all-new 2020 Versa went on sale today, fitted with a generous amount of modern safety equipment and totally revamped styling that has transfo...
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2020 Nissan Versa costs $15,625 to start, up more than $2,000 from last year
With fewer sedans to choose from, it only gives cars like the 2020 Nissan Versa more room to breathe. On Friday, the brand released prices for the third-generation Versa. The redesigned Versa is $2,300 more expensive than the outgoing model. Base models will start at $15,625, which includes an $895 destination charge, up from $13,325 last year...
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Luxury Cars: Midsize Segment
The next step in luxury makes a terrific final destination
The average transaction price for an entry-level luxury car is about $40,000 nowadays..
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Acura doubles up on certified pre-owned car warranty program, adds free maintenance
Car buyers shopping certified pre-owned vehicles may want to take a second look at Acura. The Japanese luxury brand announced changes to its CPO warranty program this week with double the amount of coverage. Acura CPO vehicles, no older than six model years, will now have a standard warranty of 2 years/100,000 total odometer miles, or whichever...
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2020 Acura MDX
The 2020 Acura MDX three-row crossover makes all the right moves for family buyers. It's spacious for up to eight, with handsome lines inside and out, and the MDX is serene and quiet on the road. This year, the MDX is largely the same as last year. We give it a 6.8 on our overall scale thanks to its friendly confines and quiet road manners. (Read...
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2020 Kia Sportage vs. 2019 Hyundai Tucson Comparison
2020 Kia Sportage
Starting Price: $24,745 | Price Yours
Above Average: Optional strong turbocharged engine; outstanding warranty; knobs and buttons for climate control and other things (not all touchscreen); some nice luxury even in the entry-level model
Below Average: Not great off road; a bit tight inside for passengers and cargo compared to others; fuel economy isn't great
Consensus: Fresh off a facelift for the 2020 model year, the Kia Sportage is a solid little compact SUV that offers...
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2020 Lincoln Navigator
The 2020 Lincoln Navigator marks a return to form for American luxury SUVs. It’s a massive, stylish land yacht that makes no apologies for its glitz and opulence. It’s easily Lincoln’s best current model, and the most comfortable vehicle to wear the badge in decades. We give it 7.4 out of 10 overall. (Read more about how we rate...
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2020 Buick Enclave
With its 2020 Enclave, Buick aims for families looking for an upmarket crossover SUV with three rows of seats. For the most part, the 2020 Enclave hits the bullseye, but at a hefty price. With all-wheel drive and safety options we consider essential for any family, the Enclave costs upward of $50,000. With that in mind, we rate the 2020 Buick...
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2019 Kia Niro vs. 2019 Mazda CX-3 Comparison
2019 Kia Niro
Starting Price: $24,485 | Price Yours
Above Average: Up to 50 mpg combined fuel economy; respectable acceleration in Sport mode; Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility in all trims
Below Average: Some other hybrids get better fuel economy and have more range in full-electric mode; no all-wheel drive option
Consensus: The 2019 Kia Niro is a roomy and spacious hybrid small SUV that earns 50 mpg combined..
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2020 Kia Sportage vs. 2019 Hyundai Tucson Comparison
2019 Kia Sportage
Starting Price: $24,745 | Price Yours
Above Average: Optional strong turbocharged engine; outstanding warranty; knobs and buttons for climate control and other things (not all touchscreen); some nice luxury even in the entry-level model
Below Average: Not great off road; a bit tight inside for passengers and cargo compared to others; fuel economy isn't great
Consensus: Fresh off a facelift for the 2020 model year, the Kia Sportage is a solid little compact SUV that offers...
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2020 GMC Yukon Denali
The 2020 GMC Yukon pairs truck-like capability and performance with SUV versatility in a business casual package. With more options than some luxury sedans, but a look that’s getting long in the tooth, we give it 6.0 out of 10 overall. (Read more abouthow we rate cars.) For 2020, the Yukon gets no changes minus the addition of a new color...
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2019 Kia Optima vs. 2019 Buick Regal Sportback Comparison
2019 Kia Optima
Starting Price: $23,820 | Price Yours
Above Average: Great overall value, standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, tons of advanced safety features and a warranty that blows many competitors out of the water.
Below Average: No all-wheel drive option.
Consensus: The 2019 Kia Optima is a good-looking midsize sedan that gets good fuel economy, great tech, and very good value. It is one of Kia's best-selling models.
2019 Buick Regal Sportback
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Here are the 10 most stolen cars in the US
A stolen car is never a great scenario, and it appears car thieves have favorites. The Highway Loss Data Institute released Thursday its list of vehicles most stolen in the U.S., and it's not good news for Dodge owners. Topping the list is the Dodge Charger equipped with a Hemi V-8 engine. The muscle car is stolen over five times more often than...
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