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The Volvo C30: Should We Care About a Hatchback Comeback?In a triumph of hope over experience, automakers are once again marketing hatchback coupes. First we drove the Saturn Astra and now it's the Volvo C30's turn. Hatchbacks once were popular in the United States. They've always done well in Europe whence come the Saturn and the Swedish Volvo. Will the new batch join a U.S. landscape littered with the remains of h.b. coupes? ...continue |
Scion XBThe tattooed bikers surrounded the "what the heck is that?" vehicle. Chains clinking, they inspected the tiny 1.5 L four cylinder engine. It resembled, they said, their motorcycle mills. The bikers also arrived at another conclusion: The first Scion XB might actually work. For 2008, Toyota went out and spoiled the "what the heck is it?" The funky quotient was halved. Yet the virtues all survived. ...continue |
Honda Fit SportThe Honda Fit Sport is not a nice, cheap small car. It's a darn nice car. Period. For the Fit may be inexpensive, but it doesn't feel cheap. It may be small, but it doesn't feel tiny. It's not a sports utility, but a five-door hatchback that can rival an SUV for versatility. ...continue |
Hyundai Sonata LimitedThe Hyundai Sonata brings to mind the 1990s Ford Tempo and Mercury Topaz compact sedans. What these vehicles have in common is plenty of bang for the buck. Also like them, Sonata comes packed with value. ...continue |
2008 Ford FocusThe 2008 Ford Focus is a modern version of the business coupe of old. There's plenty of baggage space and nice accommodations for two. The Focus isn't just for business, though – it's a fine interurban transporter for work or play. ...continue |
2008 Honda AccordFor those seeking a modern version of the old-fashioned American full-size sedan, look no further than the 2008 Honda Accord. ...continue |
Nissan VersaSize does matter, even with fuel-sipping subcompact cars. That's the verdict with the Nissan Versa, largest of the smalls. ...continue |
Auto Review: Chrysler SebringOlder dogs can too be taught new tricks if they come with four tires and a convertible roof. Sebring has been the best-selling ragtop in the U.S. for seven of the last 11 years. ...continue |
Auto Review: Toyota CamryThe Toyota Camry has evolved into two or three cars in one body these days. It remains the best selling four-door sedan no matter what the version. ...continue |
Auto Review: Suzuki Forenza and Suzuki SX4It used to be that small cars were called "butt busters" for very good reasons. Today's new breed of subcompact sedans combines comfort, high fuel economy and affordable pricing. One is called the 2007 Suzuki Forenza. Another is the Suzuki SX4. ...continue |
Auto Review: Saturn Vue Green LineWith gasoline prices climbing again, the Saturn Vue Green Line is being viewed hard again. ...continue |