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Test Drive: 2010 Lincoln MKT EcoBoost
With an EcoBoost engine providing V8 power with V6 economy, the 2010 Lincoln MKT feels quick and has “agile handling that belies its heft,” says Contributing Editor Chris Chase. “Most surprising about the MKT is its affinity for the twisties.”
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Made in Canada: 2010 Acura MDX and 2010 Lexus RX 350
CanadianDriver’s Made in Canada series continues with two mid-size SUV/crossovers from Acura and Lexus, the refreshed 2010 MDX built in Alliston, Ontario, and the redesigned 2010 RX 350 built in Cambridge, Ontario.
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Test Drive: 2010 Lexus LS 600h L
At $144,000, the Lexus LS600h L will “find a home in only the most exclusive driveways,” says Senior Editor Paul Williams, but this hybrid comes with almost everything: V8 power, all-wheel drive, and even a reclining ottoman seat.
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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 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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Feature: Panameras on ice
On a frozen lake in Finland, 250 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle, contributor Brian Early was instructed to drive his Panamera “as sideways and loose as possible.” It was all part of Porsche’s advanced “Ice Force” driver training program.
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Test Drive: 2010 BMW 750Li xDrive
New for 2010 is the availability of BMW’s xDrive all-wheel drive system in the 7 Series. “For all of this car’s size, it’s just as entertaining to drive as any of the company’s cars,” reports Contributing Editor, Chris Chase.
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Inside Story: 2010 Lincoln MKT AWD EcoBoost
The full-load Colony Park of the Next Generation, the new Lincoln MKT is a big, luxurious family vehicle with three rows of seats. Both first and second row seats have heating and cooling functions, reports Michael Clark.
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Test Drive: 2010 Lexus GX 460
Replacing the GX 470, the “heavily reworked” GX 460 has “go-anywhere ability” and “tows up to 2,948 kg” says reviewer Brian Early, but its luxury features and Lexus build quality are probably bigger factors for most potential customers, he says.
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Long Term Test: 2010 Lexus HS 250h – mid-term report
After 1,500 kilometres of city and highway driving in Lexus’ entry-level luxury hybrid sedan, reviewer Haney Louka finds that colder temperatures increase fuel consumption dramatically, particularly if the car is left parked outside overnight before driving.
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