Due in large part to over-reaching styling the latest generation TL received a tepid welcome when it launched in 2009. In an effort to keep it competitive Acura remade the TL via a mid-cycle refresh, tweaking its exterior and updating its powertrain. The result is a more efficient luxury sedan that's easier on the eyes.
Offering truly impressive acceleration and handling, the Aston Martin V8 Vantage is more than just a pretty face. Yet for many the shape of the Vantage is one of its strongest attributes. In this video KBB's Micah Muzio examines the design details of the 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
From the first instant behind its wheel we knew the Audi R8 was an amazing car.with just a couple of flaws. For 2014 Audi has addressed those issues and the result is an even more remarkable halo vehicle. In this video KBB's Micah Muzio shares his impression of the refreshed R8.
What's it like to drive a quarter million dollars' worth of Bentley? Kelley Blue Book's Micah Muzio finds out in this video review of the 600-horsepower Bentley Continental Flying Spur Speed.
What happens when you transform a sedan into a coupe then back into a sedan? You get the 2013 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe, Munich's take on the growing 4-door coupe segment.
Sporty may not be a word you'd use to describe any Buick of recent memory. In fact, unless you're familiar with the much loved Buick Regal of the 70's and 80's the notion of a turbocharged Buick might seem strange. And yet there was a time when Buick was a brand for drivers who really liked to drive. After a several year hiatus the Buick Regal has returned with a renewed sense of sportiness, refinement and yes, an optional turbocharger.
With their new ATS Cadillac hopes to rival compact luxury icons like the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Does the ATS stand a chance? It's a question Kelley Blue Book's Micah Muzio addresses in this review.
For years the Chevrolet Malibu was plagued by quality issue, most notably in its interior. The latest Malibu has left all that behind but has it evolved enough to truly compete in the glutted mid-size sedan segment?
The Chrysler 300 is a full-sized rear-drive American sedan. With a roomy interior, comfortable ride and solid, masculine style the Chrysler 300 adds a charming bit of swagger to the family sedan category.
The 2013 Dart is Dodge's attempt to reassert itself as a serious player in the compact sedan segment. In this video Kelley Blue Book's Micah Muzio examines whether the Dodge Dart has what it takes to play in such a competitive category.
When it comes to fuel economy and emission performance the first name you think of isn't Ferrari. Building on its experience of using Formula One racing fuel that contains a little more the five percent methanol, Ferrari has modified an F430 Spider to run on E85. The experimental Flex-Fuel Ferrari can operate on conventional gasoline, E85, or any combination thereof. Because of the re-tuning, the Flex-Fuel F430 actually offers 10 additional horsepower, while emissions are down five percent.
If the Fiat 500 were Spock, the Fiat 500 Abarth would be his evil, mustached, alternate-universe twin. Forgoing the standard 500's cute routine, the Fiat 500 Abarth has a pronounced aggressive streak, both in terms of performance and style. To see what the most raucous of Fiat's is all about KBB's Micah Muzio spent some quality time with one at a racetrack near Pahrump, Nevada.
Daringly styled and propelled by an ambitious plug-in hybrid powertrain the Fisker Karma stands out as an automotive iconoclast. But is it the kind of car you'd actually want to drive? Kelley Blue Book's Micah Muzio investigates in this video.
Once a mid-size sedan the modern Ford Taurus now competes in the full-size category. So, compared to heavy weights like the Toyota Avalon, Chevy Impala and Chrysler 300 how does the Taurus stack up?
Ever wonder what the Scion xB or Nissan Cube would have looked like if it were built in America? Wonder no more. The Granite concept is GMC's take on the mobile box concept. Boxy, squat, beefy. Any number of words comes to mind when describing the Granite. To our eyes the Granite concept looks like a super aerodynamic cinder block from the future. Beyond the visual impact of its rectangular silhouette, massive front grille and nifty angular body surfaces the Granite includes a number of standout
From its humble beginnings in 1976 the Honda Accord has endured to become a titan of the mid-size sedan category. Now in its ninth generation does the Honda's venerable family sedan still have what it takes to compete with the best?
Boasting a stylish exterior and an abundance of premium features the latest Hyundai Azera is an appealing full-size sedan. In this video Kelley Blue Book's Micah Muzio drives the 2012 Azera and highlights a compelling alternative from an unlikely source.
The Infiniti M is a mid-size luxury sedan competing in a class dominated by powerhouses like the BMW 5-series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Audi A6. The competition may be formidable but the M can hold its own. With powerful V6 and V8 engine choices, an efficient hybrid model, stand out styling and a host of advanced technologies the Infiniti M is an enticing choice for mid-size luxury buyers.
In this video Kelley Blue Book's Micah Muzio heads to the racetrack to answer questions posed by KBB.com visitors about the new 2014 Jaguar F-Type.
Ever since its introduction in 1992 the Jeep Grand Cherokee has sought to combine the often conflicting needs off-road confidence and on-road comfort and refinement. Now in its fourth generation the Grand Cherokee carries on as a five-seat SUV, equally comfortable driving around town as it is tackling the Rubicon trail.
Following revisions in the 2012 model year that brought a new 2.0-liter engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission we decided to give the Kia Soul another go in our Long-term fleet. Wrapping up 9-months with a red 2013 Soul here are our thoughts.
The Land Rover LR4 is a luxury SUV designed to offer buyers luxury, functionality and off-road capabilities beyond those of most SUVs. In this video Kelley Blue Book's Micah Muzio drives the LR4 both on and off road to discover its strengths and weaknesses.
Caution has a place but the compact luxury segment isn’t it. That’s a realization Lexus seems to have embraced with its third-generation IS250 and IS350. Good thing because the BMW 3 Series, Cadillac ATS, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, and Audi A4 are formidable opponents. Video by Micah Muzio
If vehicle design were a baseball game the 2013 MKZ would represent an all-out swing for the fences. With the design box checked the real question is how the Lincoln MKZ sedan works as transportation. Kelley Blue Book's Micah Muzio examines that question in this video.
Lotus is known for making cars that handle amazingly well, thanks in large part to an obsessive focus on minimizing weight. So we weren't quite sure what to make of the Evora, a larger, much heavier, four-seat (technically) Lotus. We need not have been concerned. In this video Kelley Blue Book's Micah Muzio takes the Evora for a high-speed jaunt through the mountains to see if it's a worthy addition to Lotus' lineup. Here's a hint: it is.
For 2012 Maserati have added a pair of high performance models to their GranTursimo lineup. In this video Kelley Blue Book's Micah Muzio reviews the new Maserati GranTursimo MC and GranTurismo Convertible Sport to see if their Italian charm can justify their loftier price tags.
The latest Mazda6 is stylish, innovative and fun but does it have what it takes to unseat the Honda Accord or Toyota Camry as a mid-size sedan leader? That's a question KBB's Micah Muzio examines in this video.
Likely no vehicle represents the essence of Mercedes-Benz better than the E-Class. With a rich lineage dating back to the 1930's the modern E-Class is a mid-size luxury car that embodies the core Mercedes-Benz strengths of luxury, comfort and ride quality.
Kelley Blue Book spent a year testing a 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman. Now it's time to say goodbye. As we bid our Countryman farewell it's time to draw some conclusions about what we liked, what we disliked and what kind of buyer might most enjoy a long-term relationship with the biggest of MINI's.
Mitsubishi is set to throw its hat in the electric car ring with a new model called the "i". The vehicle is based on the i-MiEV currently sold in Japan and Europe. For American tastes the name was shortened to a single lower-case letter while the vehicle itself was lengthened and widened to meet American tastes and crash standards. The Mitsubishi i electric car will go on sale starting in the end of 2011 but Kelley Blue Book got an early test drive in Japan, an adventure retold in this video.
Now in its 4th generation the Nissan Pathfinder has switched affiliation, ditching its SUV heritage to join a growing legion of crossovers. It's a transformation that means big changes for Nissan's popular people hauler.
The latest Porsche Boxster is measurably better than the model that preceded it. Fine, but does Porsche's least expensive drop-top still feel like a world class sports car from the driver's seat? That's a question Kelley Blue Book's Micah Muzio explores in this video.
UConnect Access is the latest iteration of Chrysler's UConnect infotainment platform. How does it fare in terms of usability, value and available features? KBB's Zach Vlasuk finds out in this video.
Looking both classic and modern, the Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe features rear-hinged doors, slim LED headlights and a striking, optional brushed-steel hood and A-pillar treatment. Power comes from a 453-horsepower V12 while a reworked suspension is said to improve the Coupe's reactions compared to its sibling, the convertible Phantom Drophead Coupe.
Each year during the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach celebrities race cars for our amusement. For 2013 they'll be racing the new rear-wheel drive Scion FR-S. At an early preview KBB's Micah Muzio got the chance to put the race-prepped FR-S through its paces.
More American's are learning to appreciate small cars for their fuel efficient, easy to park natures. Taking that formula and amplifying it is the Smart ForTwo, a sub-sub compact that has been sold in Europe for years but is set to push the boundaries of America's small car appreciation. Capable of parking in impossibly small spots, the ForTwo is made for city dwellers. It's also made for environmentally concerned citizens, as illustrated by its over 40 miles--per-gallon highway fuel economy.
Born in 1997 the Subaru Forester was ahead of the curve when it comes to straddling vehicle categories. These days Subaru's tall wagon has morphed into something more akin to small crossovers like the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape. Regardless of how it's labeled the 2014 Subaru Forester remains ideally crafted for small suburban families, winter travelers, and outdoorsy types alike.
Kelley Blue Book spent 1 year driving and testing a 2010 Suzuki Kizashi test car. In this video, Kelley Blue Book's Leigh Anne Sessions and Micah Muzio wrap up the experience, discussing what went right and what went wrong.
Tesla loaned Kelley Blue Book a Model S electric sedan for 24 hours. Our goal was to drive it from Las Angeles to Las Vegas and back. It should have been a piece of cake. What actually happened was anything but.
Toyota Product Communications expert Mario Apadoca discusses the details of the 2014 Toyota RAV4.
What if there was a car that combined the fun of a Volkswagen GTI with the fuel economy of a diesel? Actually, there is. It's called the GTD and it's only sold in Europe. In this video Kelley Blue Book's Micah Muzio experiences Volkswagen's forbidden fruit to see if diesel-fun makes sense for an American audience.
Defying Volvo's outsider status the latest generation S60 was built to compete head on with the compact luxury power players like the BMW 3 Series, Audi A4, and Mercedes C-Class. Does it succeed? KBB's Micah Muzio finds out in this video.