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First Drive: 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
An all-new VW Touareg hybrid will join the V6 gas and diesel models for the 2011 model year, reports Editor-in-chief, Greg Wilson. All 2011 Touaregs will have better fuel economy, improved driving dynamics, and more interior room, he says.
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First Drive: 2010 Maserati GranTurismo Convertible
“Fully equipped at 170 large, this gorgeous Maserati, steeped as it is in passione… is somewhat of a bargain when looking at other drop-top exotica that claim to seat four,” reports reviewer Peter Bleakney. It goes on sale this spring.
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First Drive: 2011 Hyundai Sonata
With its dramatic new ‘fluidic’ styling, and the most powerful standard engine and the roomiest interior in its class, the redesigned Hyundai Sonata is ready to shake up the normally staid mid-size family sedan class, says Contributing Editor, Chris Chase.
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First Drive: 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class convertible
“One of the most elegant convertibles I have ever driven,” the new Mercedes E-Class Cabriolet offers a number of features designed to keep its occupants warm and cozy in cool weather with the top down, reports Managing Editor, Grant Yoxon.
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First Drive: Chevrolet Volt, pre-production model
CanadianDriver had a rare opportunity to drive a prototype of the highly-anticipated Chevrolet Volt electric car this week. The production version is scheduled to go on sale in Canada in mid 2011, reports Editor-in-chief, Greg Wilson.
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First Drive: 2011 BMW 335is
Twelve laps around Estoril race track in Portugal was enough to convince author James Bergeron that the sporty new 2011 BMW 335is will appeal to 3 Series enthusiasts who want an even more exciting driving experience.
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First Drive: 2011 Kia Sorento
Transformed from a “traditional” body-on-frame SUV into a unibody vehicle, the 2011 Kia Sorento is less truck-like and offers more power and better fuel economy from its new four and six-cylinder engines, reports Contributing Editor, Chris Chase.
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First Drive: 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
While all Mitsubishi Outlanders are updated for 2010, the top-end XLS gains the most with a new all-wheel system that improves both wet- and dry-road handling, says Assistant Editor Jil McIntosh. Other upgrades include more V6 power and new styling.
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First Drive: 2011 BMW 5 Series
“Dynamic and smooth,” the all new 2011 BMW 5 Series has “the comfort of a 7 Series and the agility of a 3 Series,” reports CarTalkCanada editor, James Bergeron. New 550i and 535i RWD models go on sale in Canada in June.
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First Drive: 2010 Hyundai Tucson
Though it’s no longer offered with an optional V6 engine, the roomier, redesigned Hyundai Tucson features a new four-cylinder engine that is more powerful than the V6 and more fuel efficient than the old four, reports Senior Editor, Paul Williams.
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