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The Car Connection Save your cars to your own showroom Gather all your research in one place Saved vehicles available across all devices Hi-res photo galleries for further research Login with Facebook Save cars to your own showroom Gather all your research in one place Saved vehicles available across all devices Hi-res photo galleries for further research Login with Facebook Note: We will not share cars without asking. Ask me later 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque Limit 500 characters. 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque We have saved this car on this device. You may sign up at any time to access your showroom from all devices. We have saved this car for all devices. Sign in on your tablet, phone, or computer to access your showroom. Open My Showroom    Get email updates We'll send you an email whenever there's new information about the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. Alert Me! Thank you! We will notify you when reviews, news, and incentives are released for this vehicle. What will I get by subscribing to email updates? At The Car Connection we are continually striving to get you timely, relevant information about the vehicle you are interested in. Our email updates will notify you whenever we have new information on this vehicle. For example: new car reviews for this model by our editors news including price changes, new models, or recall info new incentives and rebates that are being offered for this vehicle Our goal is to keep you informed as you research! We'll send you an email whenever there's new information about the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. Alert Me! Thank you! We will notify you when reviews, news, and incentives are released for this vehicle.   How does the TCC Rating work? The TCC Rating is a clear numeric rating value based on a 10-point scale that reflects the overall opinion of our automotive experts on any vehicle and rolls up ratings we give each vehicle across sub-categories you care about like performance, safety, styling and more. Our rating also has simple color-coded “Stop” (red), “Caution” (orange), or “Go” (green) messages along with the numerical score so you can easily understand where we stand at a glance. Our automotive experts then also collect and show you what other websites say about these different aspects of any vehicle. We do this leg work for you to simplify your research process. Learn more about how we rate and review cars here . ? Senior Editor, The Car Connection BASE INVOICE Quick Take By Nelson Ireson The 2014 Range Rover Evoque may not be as burly as its bigger brand-mates, but it's every bit as sophisticated and stylish. Read more » Likes Is it a coupe or a crossover? Is it sporty or an SUV? The turbo four can still be a bit raucous Please enter your ZIP code to see used listings. Decision Guide Opinions from around the Web Styling Features Mileage With its bulbous wheel arches, squinting headlights, shallow windows and dramatically sloping roof line, the Evoque has cartoonlike proportions. Automobile » And it is a pleasure to finally say, after so many other vehicles that need excuses for their mug shots, the Evoque is equally alluring in photos and in person. The bulldog composition of its big face that tapers to a svelte tail, to our eye, works in every color. Car and Driver » Its agility is impressive, and while you never quite escape the feeling that the center of gravity is higher than ideal, it represents a quantum leap forward for Land Rover and stands comparison with other sharp-handling SUVs such as the BMW X6. Motor Trend » Short overhangs and 8.3 inches of underbody ground clearance (0.4 inch better than LR2's) give the littlest Range Rover best-in-compact-class approach, break-over, and departure angles (25, 22, and 33 degrees respectively). It's also designed to be able to splash into and ford a 20-inch-deep channel. Motor Trend » The sloping roofline doesn’t compromise rear-seat headroom, and there’s plenty of space for four inside. Cargo volume trails that of the German machines—20 cubic feet for the five-door with rear seats up, 51 cubic feet with the rear seats folded flat. Pricing and Specifications by Style $41,100 $57,300 21 mpg City/30 mpg Hwy Engine Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4, 2.0 L EPA Class Small Sport Utility Vehicles 4WD Drivetrain Choose a Style Below for Colors and Options STYLE Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4, 2.0 L Four Wheel Drive Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4, 2.0 L Four Wheel Drive Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4, 2.0 L Four Wheel Drive Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4, 2.0 L Four Wheel Drive More Styles » The Basics: The 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque may be the best-looking compact crossover utility around. The British call them "soft-roaders," but the Evoque pairs beauty with brains to make a surprisingly sensible vehicle that packs a lot of space into a small footprint. It's still a luxury vehicle, so it doesn't compete on value with the volume crossovers from bigger brands. But while there are a growing number of coupe-styled crossovers entering the market--the latest is the BMW X4, joining the Infiniti QX70 (nee FX)--the Evoque interprets its role with suave grace and quiet confidence. After you've spent some time living with it, the notion that it might compare to something like the cartoonish MINI Cooper Paceman recedes into the rear-view mirror. Now in its third year, the Evoque gets a mechanical upgrade for 2014. A new nine-speed automatic transmission reaches the range, offering smoother shifts and closer ratios. The result is a slight but noticeable improvement to gas mileage, from last year's 20 mpg city, 28 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined to this year's ratings of 24 mpg combined (21 mpg city, 30 mpg highway). In everyday driving, the difference isn't hugely perceptible, though it does smooth out some of the coarseness we had previously observed in the Evoque's 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. That turbo-four engine rates 240 horsepower, and is well-suited to the Evoque's size and nature. The turbocharged nature means plenty of torque, giving the Evoque a peppy, punchy feel. Since the Evoque is relatively small and light, it even manages to come off as nimble, too. The combination makes for a more car-like driving experience than you'll find in the rest of the crossover-coupe world. Also new for the 2014 model year is the Active Driveline system, with active differentials and torque vectoring, which is equipped standard in all models. The new system aims to reduce drag on the drivetrain by de-coupling the four-wheel-drive system automatically at speeds above 22 mph, then re-enabling it within 300 milliseconds whenever it's needed. Active Torque Biasing and Torque Vectoring also aim to improve traction and distribution of torque to the optimal wheel in low-grip conditions or in performance driving scenarios. Inside the Evoque, the cabin is compact but well-arranged, making the most of the available space. The front seats are spacious and comfortable, with a wide range of adjustment; the rear seats are a bit tighter, but still suitable for adults. In three-door models, entry to the rear seats can be a bit difficult, but the five-door version remedies that completely. Cargo space is not excessive, but given the Evoque's exterior dimensions, it's reasonable at 24 cubic feet, and the space itself is wide and easy to access. For the 2014 model year, there are five variants of the five-door model, including the Pure ($41,995), Pure Plus ($44,995), Pure Premium ($49,595), Prestige ($56,295), and Dynamic ($57,195). The Evoque Coupe, or three-door, comes in three varieties: Pure Plus ($45,040); Pure Premium ($50,595); and Dynamic ($58,195). Likes: Is it a coupe or a crossover? Is it sporty or an SUV? The turbo four can still be a bit raucous Three-door back seats aren't easy to reach

Thank you! We will notify you when reviews, news, and incentives are released for this vehicle. What will I get by subscribing to email updates? At The Car Connection we are continually striving to get you timely, relevant information about the vehicle you are interested in. Our email updates will notify you whenever we have new information on this vehicle. For example: new car reviews for this model by our editors news including price changes, new models, or recall info new incentives and rebates that are being offered for this vehicle Our goal is to keep you informed as you research! We'll send you an email whenever there's new information about the Mercedes-Benz M Class. Alert Me! More Styles » The Basics: What the Mercedes-Benz M-Class can do, and what it's actually used for, aren't always the same thing, but that's life for a luxury SUV. The M-Class possesses a degree of off-road ruggedness that most owners will never explore, instead choosing to treat it as a minivan replacement, hauling kids from school to soccer practice. The 2014 Mercedes-Benz M-Class offers many of the same comforts, infotainment, connectivity, and plush luxury features you'll find in the brand's top sedans, like the S-Class--as well as some features that help it standout against other utility vehicles. The current M-Class looks more aggressive than past models, but without straying too far from the outward image too much. Inside, it's soft and sedan-like, with swooping curves and sculpted lines making up the instrument panels, center stack and the seven-inch display for the latest version of M-B's COMAND interface. Seating in the M-Class is about on par with that in other luxury SUVs its size. Taller adults can sit in back, in the outboard positions, though it's still a bit of a squeeze to fit three across. Cushions are well contoured, and the front seats especially are like we expect from Mercedes, with all-day support built in. Rear seatbacks are also now adjustable for rake, and there's more than 36 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second-row seats. With the last generation of the ML, Mercedes made considerable advances in refinement and materials, bringing the cabin appointments and ride quality up to par with that of the brand's sedans. In this new third-gen version, it's even better—especially the way everything fits. Although it does flaunt its off-road side in appearance, the 2014 Mercedes-Benz M-Class drives like a luxury sedan most of the time, with a smooth, refined character behind the wheel. Powertrains are strong and responsive; handling is secure; and roadholding is confident. The new 302-hp base V-6 engine in the M-Class, a 3.5-liter, 60-degree V-6, was completely new last year, and we think it's one of the best V-6 luxury engines. But we'd still go with the torquey, fuel-efficient BlueTEC turbodiesel V-6. The gasoline engines especially tend to work well in concert with the seven-speed automatic transmission, singing all the way up the rev range with no rough edges. ML550 models include a stronger, direct-injection 4.6-liter V-8 that makes 402 hp and 443 pound-feet of torque. And at the top of the range--and new for 2013--is the new ML 63 AMG, which comes with a 5.5-liter biturbo V-8 making 518 hp and 516 lb-ft. Other upgrades include five-spoke, 20-inch AMG wheels, and if you opt for the AMG Performance Package you'll have 550 hp and 560 lb-ft.  Some customers will still expect the off-road ability to be here, so Mercedes-Benz hasn't dumbed that down too much or lightened the M-Class' towing or basic trail ability. The 4MATIC system's electronic, stability-system-linked 4-ETS torque distribution can send nearly all engine torque to whichever single wheel can use it. The suspension is also remarkably versatile for a combination of on-road use or off-roading. Opt for the off-road package, and you get an automatically detaching roll-bar system. Towing capability is here, too--up to 7,200 pounds, and at its best in torquey BlueTEC guise. Some of those standouts include a heated or cooled cupholder that can heat up to 141 degrees F. And there's an iPad docking station—positioned between the front seats and in view for rear passengers—that will be available first in this product but will soon be available for all Mercedes-Benz models. A night-vision system is among the standalone options, as is an Advanced Park Assist system, which helps steer the vehicle back into a parallel-parking space as the driver controls the accelerator and brakes. Likes: Extensive list of tech options Standard Attention Assist

The Car Connection Save your cars to your own showroom Gather all your research in one place Saved vehicles available across all devices Hi-res photo galleries for further research Login with Facebook Save cars to your own showroom Gather all your research in one place Saved vehicles available across all devices Hi-res photo galleries for further research Login with Facebook Note: We will not share cars without asking. Ask me later We have saved this car on this device. You may sign up at any time to access your showroom from all devices. We have saved this car for all devices. Sign in on your tablet, phone, or computer to access your showroom. Open My Showroom We'll send you an email whenever there's new information about the Land Rover LR4. Alert Me! Thank you! We will notify you when reviews, news, and incentives are released for this vehicle. What will I get by subscribing to email updates? At The Car Connection we are continually striving to get you timely, relevant information about the vehicle you are interested in. Our email updates will notify you whenever we have new information on this vehicle. For example: new car reviews for this model by our editors news including price changes, new models, or recall info new incentives and rebates that are being offered for this vehicle Our goal is to keep you informed as you research! We'll send you an email whenever there's new information about the Land Rover LR4. Alert Me! Thank you! We will notify you when reviews, news, and incentives are released for this vehicle.   How does the TCC Rating work? The TCC Rating is a clear numeric rating value based on a 10-point scale that reflects the overall opinion of our automotive experts on any vehicle and rolls up ratings we give each vehicle across sub-categories you care about like performance, safety, styling and more. Our rating also has simple color-coded “Stop” (red), “Caution” (orange), or “Go” (green) messages along with the numerical score so you can easily understand where we stand at a glance. Our automotive experts then also collect and show you what other websites say about these different aspects of any vehicle. We do this leg work for you to simplify your research process. Learn more about how we rate and review cars here . ? Deputy Editor, The Car Connection 2015 pricing not available. Quick Take By Bengt Halvorson The 2015 Land Rover LR4 is one of the few true SUVs left on the market; you'll value that if you're willing to trade off a little on-road nimbleness for uncompromised trail ability and top-notch interior comfort. Read more » Likes Excellent comfort and driving position Full-sized second row Handles like an SUV (and it is one) Still quite thirsty Please enter your ZIP code to see used listings. Decision Guide Opinions from around the Web Styling 2010 Land Rover LR4 Specifications Check Inventory The Basics: Unabashedly boxy, as an off-road SUV should be, uncompromised off-road, and quintessentially British throughout, the Land Rover LR4 stands as a luxury SUV with especially limited appeal in 2015. Yet with a more fuel-efficient powertrain, reasonably coordinated on-the-road handling, and a comfortable ride and interior, it's definitely not as far out of step of the luxury mainstream as the looks suggest.  Without a doubt the most traditional looking of the luxury ute brand's current range, the 2015 Land Rover LR4 stands tall, with upright sides, sharp corners, and an uber-boxy look. It's best described as safari-chic -- and an iteration of the Land Rover look that's carried forward with the Discovery in the 1990s and the LR3 the last decade. While the cabin is upright to match, you'll find the LR4's interior to have a good balance of form and function, with rich wood veneers and soft-touch materials and a clean control layout. We wouldn't call the 2015 Land Rover LR4 particularly nimble or capable on the road, although it's graceful in its own way -- but better than you might expect given the tall, boxy proportions. The steering remains quite numb, but the LR4 doesn't at all feel as tipsy as the seating position initially suggests. Last year heralded an all-new powertrain for the LR4. While we said that the previous V-8 didn't really leave much room for improvement, fuel efficiency was its obvious sore point; and with a new 3.0-liter supercharged V-6 and eight-speed automatic transmission, delivering just as much (if not more) real-world punch while being stingier on gas (now up to 15 mpg city, 19 highway), that's been addressed. With direct injection, supercharging, dual-independent variable cam timing, and a high (10.5:1) compression ratio, it's quite the modern engine, and makes 340 horsepower and a peak 332 pound-feet of torque. It'll pull 0-60 mph times of around 7.5 seconds -- almost as quick as the V-8 model that preceded it -- while the ZF automatic transmission shifts smoothly and is prompt to downshift whenever needed. The LR4 really hits its stride once the pavement ends; and in addition to that capable suspension, the 2015 Land Rover LR4 packs Land Rover's brilliant off-road electronics, including Terrain Response, which lets the driver set the traction control and other drivetrain parameters to suit the grip conditions--with handily labeled modes like "mud and ruts" or "sand and dunes." A central-locking differential engages when conditions warrant maximum grip, and Hill Start Assist and Gradient Acceleration Control modes, which help tackle steep slopes that are either loose or slippery. Two off-road setups are offered. The base system has a single-speed Torsen transfer case, while with the Heavy Duty Package you get a two-speed transfer case with active-locking rear differential and full-size spare. And towing capability is strong -- up to 7,716 pounds, properly equipped with a braked trailer. With either five- or seven-passenger seating, the LR4's cabin is refined and quiet, with excellent comfort for the first and second rows, even for taller occupants. The ride is rather plush as well. and the cabin keeps both road noise and wind noise at bay -- to a degree that you wouldn't expect in a vehicle with this sort of truck-like profile. The height-adjustable air suspension offers four settings: Access (lower for loading/unloading), Standard, Off-Road, and Extended. There are three trim levels of the 2015 Land Rover LR4: base, HSE, and HSE LUX. The LR4 lineup has a price that starts around the $50k mark, it's not surprising that you get quite a few luxury and convenience features, even if you don't check a lot of option boxes. Whether or not to go with the seven-passenger layout (a $1,250 option) is probably one of the first decisions you should make. Then consider that opting for the HSE or HSE LUX models enables useful extras like the surround-view camera system and Trailer Hitch Assist, as well as more lavish interior trims.  For 2015, infotainment systems have been upgraded, and LR4 models gain a new suite of InControl Apps, with Internet radio, location services, media streaming, and satellite navigation all available through special smartphone-based apps -- with your iPhone or Android handset of choice connected via USB.   Excellent comfort and driving position Full-sized second row Handles like an SUV (and it is one) Still quite thirsty

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At The Car Connection we are continually striving to get you timely, relevant information about the vehicle you are interested in. Our email updates will notify you whenever we have new information on this vehicle. For example: new car reviews for this model by our editors news including price changes, new models, or recall info new incentives and rebates that are being offered for this vehicle Our goal is to keep you informed as you research! We'll send you an email whenever there's new information about the Volkswagen Beetle. Alert Me! Thank you! We will notify you when reviews, news, and incentives are released for this vehicle.   How does the TCC Rating work? The TCC Rating is a clear numeric rating value based on a 10-point scale that reflects the overall opinion of our automotive experts on any vehicle and rolls up ratings we give each vehicle across sub-categories you care about like performance, safety, styling and more. Our rating also has simple color-coded “Stop” (red), “Caution” (orange), or “Go” (green) messages along with the numerical score so you can easily understand where we stand at a glance. Our automotive experts then also collect and show you what other websites say about these different aspects of any vehicle. We do this leg work for you to simplify your research process. Learn more about how we rate and review cars here . ? Senior Editor, The Car Connection 2015 pricing not available. Quick Take By Nelson Ireson Green-tinged or redlined, no matter how you spec out the VW Beetle, you'll get a handsome take on an old classic. Read more » Likes Modern take on classic Beetle lines R-Line's turbo thrust Gas mileage less than impressive on non-diesels Small back seat Please enter your ZIP code to see used listings. Decision Guide Opinions from around the Web Styling Features Mileage Gone is the syrupy-cute, large-bubble-eating-a-smaller-bubble look, replaced by a design with a flatter, lower roof, a flatter, longer hood, and tauter sheetmetal that looks like someone popped a pressure-relief valve and bled off a couple dozen psi. Inside Line » At one point – strike us dead for it – we found ourselves looking through the camera's viewfinder, only to get an impression in our mind that wouldn't go away. Looking up from the camera and staring at the Beetle's profile, we whispered, "PT Cruiser." Automobile » The initial impression is that you're driving a GTI, which is no great insult when you consider all the praise that's been heaped upon that hot little hatch. However, while similar, the two are not one. I think the steering's more vague and the ride seems harsher, though the Beetle feels slightly more nimble and tossable. Road & Track » The 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder easily scoots the 3089-pound coupe to autobahn speeds, where the car is solid and planted. Boost is nicely integrated and throttle response is linear, and the XDS front differential from the GTI is on hand in the Turbo to better put the power to the ground. Automobile » The roof is flatter on top, with a peak that's shifted rearward to improve the headroom for rear-seat passengers. Indeed our 6-foot 2-inch test pilot actually fits in the backseat now without need to cant his cranium like a confused collie. Car and Driver » Cargo room has skyrocketed in the rear to 15.4 cubic feet with the seats up, and there's a full 29.9 cubes with them stowed. It's too bad that the 60/40 split seatbacks don't fold quite flush with the floor, but we appreciated the copious space all the same. Automobile » You don't have to delve this far into the options list to get Bluetooth and a USB/iPod media interface because these will be standard on all Beetles except the Base, a five-speed manual loss-leader variant you'll likely never see apart from newspaper ads touting a price of $18,995. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle Specifications Check Inventory The Basics: Now three years into its current body style, the Volkswagen Beetle has broadened its appeal to a wider swath of drivers. The two-door coupe or convertible isn't as cutesy as it was in the 2000s; instead, it's grown into a more substantial, sportier vehicle, not unlikely the early Bugs in their heyday. Comfortable and spacious (up front), though not all that quiet, the 2015 VW Beetle's cabin is well-laid out and handsome. Passengers up front have plenty of leg, head, and hip room in both the coupe and convertible. In hardtops, trunk space is pretty good. Even in convertibles, not much space is lost to the collapsible wind deflector stowed against the top of the trunk. USB, Bluetooth, and upgradeable audio systems are available in all Beetle models, while special themed trim lines offers the styles of the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, both inside and out. Available tech and equipment upgrades include navigation, a sunroof (coupe models), and VW's new Car-Net connectivity system.  Wanting to draw in more male buyers, the Beetle's look has grown more masculine, especially with the lower, flatter roofline and more upright windshield.  At the same time, it's modern, but not in a trendy way. This shape, with its simple but shapely details, should hold up over the years. Inside, the design clean and flowing, with rounded rectangles and circles the major themes. Controls are simple, both on the wheel and in the center stack. Volkswagen replaced its 2.5-liter five-cylinder with a 1.8-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, and for 2015, the TDI engine has been updated, too. VW rates the new 1.8-liter turbo at 170 horsepower as well. The new turbo four-cylinder boosts gas mileage by 16 percent, however, according to VW. For the best mileage, there's the Beetle TDI Clean Diesel (yes, that's its full name), scoring 28 and 41 mpg city/highway.   For those who like a little more punch, the Beetle R-Line offers 210 horsepower from a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The R-Line replaced the Beetle Turbo in the 2014 model year. Most Beetles are available with a choice of five- or six-speed manual or six-speed automatic or dual-clutch automatic transmissions. New for 2015, Volkswagen adds the "Classic" trim to the Beetle lineup. It gives the Beetle and Beetle convertible front lumbar supports; leather-wrapped steering wheel, shift knob and parking brake; three-color ambient lighting; upgraded navigation; and a six-speed automatic transmission. Likes: Modern take on classic Beetle lines R-Line's turbo thrust Gas mileage less than impressive on non-diesels Small back seat

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At The Car Connection we are continually striving to get you timely, relevant information about the vehicle you are interested in. Our email updates will notify you whenever we have new information on this vehicle. For example: new car reviews for this model by our editors news including price changes, new models, or recall info new incentives and rebates that are being offered for this vehicle Our goal is to keep you informed as you research! We'll send you an email whenever there's new information about the Lincoln MKZ. Alert Me! Thank you! We will notify you when reviews, news, and incentives are released for this vehicle.   How does the TCC Rating work? The TCC Rating is a clear numeric rating value based on a 10-point scale that reflects the overall opinion of our automotive experts on any vehicle and rolls up ratings we give each vehicle across sub-categories you care about like performance, safety, styling and more. Our rating also has simple color-coded “Stop” (red), “Caution” (orange), or “Go” (green) messages along with the numerical score so you can easily understand where we stand at a glance. Our automotive experts then also collect and show you what other websites say about these different aspects of any vehicle. We do this leg work for you to simplify your research process. Learn more about how we rate and review cars here . ? Editorial Director, The Car Connection BASE INVOICE Quick Take By Marty Padgett The 2014 Lincoln MKZ places many of its bets on its distinctive styling, as well as its modern technology and best-in-class fuel economy. Read more » Likes We miss the Fusion's manual Two driving modes too many MyLincoln Touch is complex for traditional luxury buyers Please enter your ZIP code to see used listings. Decision Guide Opinions from around the Web Styling Features Mileage The split-wing front grille is just as eye-catching as Max Wolff promises, while tasteful detailing with satin-finish aluminum adds a premium tone to the exterior. The wide, wide LED taillights successfully interpret past Lincoln designs. Automobile From the vertically slatted, Simon Legree moustache of a “split-wing grille” to the LED bar across the tail, to the tall, open, shifterless center console inside, the new MKZ is—at the very least—a lot more interesting and emotive than the old one. AutoWeek The trade-off for less headroom (and a smaller trunk) is the styling, of course, a crowning achievement for stodgy Lincoln Car and Driver Overall, the look is clean and memorable. Even the "baleen" grille (our word, not theirs), which saw us raising our eyebrows on other Lincoln models, integrates surprisingly well here. Autoblog Leaving out the shifter allows for better use of space in the center console – its place is taken by an elegant-looking cover for the cupholders – and the idea will likely work better in the age of computer-shifted transmissions than it did the last time someone tried it, back in the 1950s. Motor Trend It’s no BMW 3 Series or Cadillac ATS, nor should anyone expect it to be, given its luxury cruiser leanings, but the suspension has a good amount of front roll stiffness and the steering has more weight to it than expected, though there’s not much feel to it. Motor Trend Although a 0-to-60-mph time of 6.3 seconds and 0.85 g on our skidpad are respectable test numbers, we found the MKZ less rewarding on the street than those numbers might suggest. Car and Driver We don’t know how many MKZ buyers will be inclined to bounce the needle off the rev-limiter, but the 2.0 EcoBoost at full song might work counter to the concept of “luxury.” AutoWeek We liked the Lincoln Drive Control's Sport mode the best of the three choices (Sport, Normal and Comfort) as the other two settings were comparatively soft and sluggish. And yes, there is a noticable difference between each. Autoblog When LDC is set to Sport, the car is appropriately taut in its ride and response without being harsh, although the heavy effort level in the steering feels unnatural to us. The Normal mode between these two extremes actually combines the worst of both, delivering a floaty ride even as the suspension crashes over road imperfections. Automobile Based purely on the size of its footprint, the new MKZ slots right between the Audi A4 and the A6. AutoWeek While the primary instrument cluster retains its analog speedometer and tachometer, the traditional shifter and mechanical parking brake have been replaced with flush buttons and switches to allow increased storage. Autoblog That stylish swooping rear negatively impacts rear-seat headroom, limiting it to just 36.6 inches. The north end of my 6-foot, 3-inch-self became lodged firmly in the headliner when trying to sit upright. With 37.0 inches of legroom in the back, there’s some space for slouching, but only if the driver is on the shorter side. Motor Trend the MKZ’s narrow, hard front seats produce enough discomfort in their own right. Car and Driver At the same time, rear seat passengers might feel claustrophobic, since the MKZ's dramatic roofline allows rear headroom of only 36.5 inches, the least in this car's market segment. Automobile retractable glass roof that obstructs rear visibility when opened Car and Driver When you're behind the steering wheel, the high seating position and that giant transparent roof help make the interior seem light and spacious, plus the driver's sightlines are unobstructed. Automobile it takes too many taps to accomplish even the simplest tasks, and this is not the kind of thing you want in a luxury car. At least the THX-branded sound system is fantastic. Automobile The steering-wheel paddles allow full manual override, once you’ve selected drive or sport with a button. AutoWeek its optional 19-inch wheels shod with 40-series tires made freeway control joints feel like divergent tectonic plates. Car and Driver n use, Bluetooth phone setup was easy and intuitive, but we still find touchscreen displays finicky, as they generally deliver slower responses when compared to traditional buttons. Plus, and this seems to be an ongoing complaint, the MKZ's matte screen was covered in fingerprints after a day's use, and its angle (facing upward into the ambient light without a hood) only made the greasy marks more visible. Autoblog To the right of the shift buttons is the 8-inch MyLincoln Touch screen. It doesn’t work any different in the MKZ than it does in any other product from Dearborn, and we believe it is still in need of a more powerful processor. Motor Trend Pricing and Specifications by Style $35,190 $37,080 22 mpg City/33 mpg Hwy Engine Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4, 2.0 L EPA Class Choose a Style Below for Colors and Options STYLE Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4, 2.0 L All Wheel Drive Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4, 2.0 L Front Wheel Drive $ 35,190 The Basics: The Lincoln MKZ was completely overhauled last year, and it now embodies the future of Lincoln's design language. This follows what is essentially the third fresh start for the company since the late 1990s, and in this case, it's first car in what Ford is calling a reinvention of the entire brand. The 2014 MKZ gives us some encouragement for what Lincoln has up its sleeve for future products, but it also tells us some hard truths about what the brand is today. Where Cadillac has successfully redesigned its brand from the ground up over the past 10 years, Lincoln has faltered along the way. The MKZ has been one of its only shining stars–bringing in a younger demographic of shoppers with improved gas mileage and modern technologies–but it's done so by essentially removing itself from anything else Lincoln has stood for the past. And it's even more distant from the past, and from the rest of the lineup, in 2014 trim. The massive wings and Weber-grade grilles of the recent past have been put out for tag sale. This MKZ has a subtler take on luxury, more along the lines of Lexus and Volvo. Those Volvo influences are especially noticeable at the rear, and inside, with the floating effect penned into the center console. The bits of Lincoln heritage? They're reduced to the handsomely scaled-down grille and to the badgework. It's as globally clean and subdued as mid-size luxury sedans come. To its credit, the MKZ has substantial visual heft, and some pretty, elegantly spare angles without fender-vent nonsense or other gimmicky cues. The barest amount of excess is left for the inside, where the lack of a shift lever is the eye-popping detail. It dukes it out with the dominant LCD touchscreen, both playing the modern card for maximum impact. We're not sure there's a single identifiably "Lincoln" element in either of them, or for that matter, anywhere to be found. For those who want a sporty, enthusiastic performer, there's never been a better Lincoln than this MKZ. It carves out better performance and gas mileage from a new trio of powertrains. The base 2.0-liter turbo four is rated at up to 33 mpg highway; it's a strong straight-line performer, with or without all-wheel drive, but it can seem a little coarse for this luxury application. An uprated, 300-horsepower, 3.7-liter V-6 returns, and it may be worth the cost of the upgrade for smoother performance alone. With either, the MKZ is truly quick, and the paddle-shifted automatic--actuated by pushbuttons on the dash--snaps off gearchanges well enough, though the Fusion's manual transmission would be a fun option, in another world, one with a console made for shift levers. The MKZ Hybrid returns as the luxury vehicle with the best gas mileage, Lincoln says. Originally rated at 45 mpg combined (45 mpg city, 45 mpg highway), the company agreed in June 2014 to lower that rating to 38 mpg combined (38 mpg city, 37 mpg highway) and reimburse existing owners after it discovered errors in both its lab-test measurements and its calculations for aerodynamic drag. On the safety front, the MKZ pulls together nearly every piece of technology that's been added to other Ford and Lincoln products over the past few years--everything from a rearview camera to navigation systems governed by MyLincoln Touch, to inflatable rear seatbelts, to newly added features like lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control. The MKZ also integrates parking assist, which takes control of the steering and guides the sedan into a tight parallel parking spot, with the driver keeping control of braking. And it's an IIHS Top Safety Pick+, singled out as one of the safest vehicles on the market. MyLincoln Touch's voice controls take the reins over secondary controls, with buttons on the steering wheel offering redundant ways into the complex system. Ford's spent some time refining the system and reducing the amount of information on each display screen; it's still a system with a steep learning curve and sub-optimal results, but nothing else would enable that starkly imaginative console design. In other respects the MKZ's luxury touches are fairly conventional. There's plenty of real wood trim and leather is standard. The finishing touch is a stunning one, though: a 15-square-foot available panoramic roof that slides back as one piece, exposing the new MKZ's cabin to the sun. With its Fusion-like ride firmness and meaty-feeling electric steering, the MKZ is sharp and more aggressive at tackling turns than even the last-generation version. It comes standard with Lincoln Drive Control, which lets drivers adjust settings for shocks, steering, stability and traction control, and active-noise cancellation. Lincoln says the result is better ride and handling with the adaptive settings, but the trade-off versus the Fusion's conventional shocks seems a zero-sum gain to us. In anything but Sport, the MKZ feels less composed and comfortable than it ought to. Softer tires and more progressive, expensive shocks might have been an easier solution, but maybe not as mechanically distinctive from the Ford iteration. We predict two questions coming to every new Lincoln MKZ driver. The first one's easy to answer: "Is that the new MKZ?" The second one's much more difficult to come to grips with: "What makes it a Lincoln?" Strip away the grilles and badges, and we're not exactly sure. In the greater scheme, it's Lincoln's Olds Aurora--a car that's satisfying more for what's not true to its heritage, than for what is. And in this case, it's tough to forget that there's hardware just as good, just as interesting, almost as opulent, just a rung down its own corporate ladder.   We miss the Fusion's manual Two driving modes too many MyLincoln Touch is complex for traditional luxury buyers Some coarse vibrations from turbo four The Fusion's not much less luxurious

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At The Car Connection we are continually striving to get you timely, relevant information about the vehicle you are interested in. Our email updates will notify you whenever we have new information on this vehicle. For example: new car reviews for this model by our editors news including price changes, new models, or recall info new incentives and rebates that are being offered for this vehicle Our goal is to keep you informed as you research! We'll send you an email whenever there's new information about the Nissan Sentra. Alert Me! Thank you! We will notify you when reviews, news, and incentives are released for this vehicle.   How does the TCC Rating work? The TCC Rating is a clear numeric rating value based on a 10-point scale that reflects the overall opinion of our automotive experts on any vehicle and rolls up ratings we give each vehicle across sub-categories you care about like performance, safety, styling and more. Our rating also has simple color-coded “Stop” (red), “Caution” (orange), or “Go” (green) messages along with the numerical score so you can easily understand where we stand at a glance. Our automotive experts then also collect and show you what other websites say about these different aspects of any vehicle. We do this leg work for you to simplify your research process. Learn more about how we rate and review cars here . ? Deputy Editor, The Car Connection 2015 pricing not available. Quick Take By Bengt Halvorson The 2015 Nissan Sentra isn't at all the performer of the segment, but it's certainly a comfortable, spacious car for the money. Read more » Likes Please enter your ZIP code to see used listings. Decision Guide Opinions from around the Web Styling Features Mileage A roofline that maintains competitive rear headroom before sweeping gracefully back to the trunklid imparts both outward visibility and style Car and Driver » Nissan has gone so far as to attempt to vary the driving character a bit, offering a Sport and Eco button to increase or decrease throttle keenness, but the primary result of selecting one or the other seems to be the volume at which the engine drones at half-open throttle. Automobile Magazine » Adding the Leather (which also adds rear disc brakes, oddly), Premium and Navigation packages ensured that we wouldn't go without two-stage heated front seats, Bose audio, a 5.8-inch infotainment screen with backup camera, that powered sunroof and a few more odds and ends. 2010 Nissan Sentra Specifications Check Inventory The Basics: For 2015, the Nissan Sentra receives an overhaul to its packaging—meaning that its options have been reshuffled into trims that Nissan hopes will attract more shoppers the brand. That's a big deal for the Sentra, since it competes in a segment filled with several excellent compact sedans—each of which attempts to one-up the competition with new technologies and features that were once only available on luxury cars—all for economy car pricing. In its segment, the Sentra attempts to emulate the dynamics of larger, more comfortable sedans, rather than going for the small and sporty side of the spectrum. It wears a design language that we've seen from the Altima and even some Infinitis in recent years, making the Sentra look significantly sexier than it has in the past. However, its interior feels more economical than upscale, so it won't fool anyone into believing that it's more luxurious than it actually is. The 2015 Sentra is sized in a range that might have been considered mid-size—or close to it—not so long ago. At 182.1 inches long, about two inches longer than the current car, with a wheelbase 0.6 longer, at 106.3 inches, plus an inch of additional width, the new Sentra has a longer, wider cabin. Dimensionally, the Sentra has its rivals beat in the numbers; it has the best official front headroom, front legroom, and rear legroom than other models in this class (including Cruze, Focus, Civic, and Corolla). Overall passenger room, by official measurements, is also more than any of these competing models. In all, the Sentra feels accommodating, but its seating design and seating comfort feel subpar. Flat and unsupportive seats are the biggest letdown; and while we thought by the look of them we’d get a little lateral support, it’s there in appearance alone. The Sentra does have one of the roomiest trunks in this class, and in back you can flip the the seatbacks forward (not flat) to an expanded area. Cabin materials are merely average. Nissan lined up the armrests of the door with the top of the center console, and the contact points are a soft-touch material. We also like the base cloth seats and would probably be happier with them over the plasticky leather (it looks much better in pictures) that’s available. It's a relatively quiet cabin at high speeds, too—by budget small-car standards. What you will find here is performance that's confident enough for everyday-driver, commuter-style needs. What's missing here (and what you'll find in many other competing models like the Ford Focus or Mazda 3) is anything close to zippy performance or an engaging driving experience. There's also no refined, tactile reassurance, as you'll find in the more comfort-oriented compacts like the Chevy Cruze or VW Jetta. With a 130-horsepower, 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine and an Xtronic continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT), the Sentra puts its best foot forward in typical commuting conditions (at up to 40 mpg highway, it's economical, too). The CVT turns out acceptable flat-out acceleration numbers, but ask for a quick burst of power, and you'll catch the system flat-footed almost every time; the setup feels very sluggish in real-world commuting conditions. There's a six-speed manual transmission available, too, but it's only offered on the base Sentra S and it feels a bit like an afterthought. For an extra $400, you can specify a FE+ (fuel economy) package on the Sentra that adds a rear spoiler and low-rolling-resistance tires, as well as a few other aerodynamic improvements, so as to obtain the better 40-mpg highway rating. The Sentra won't win any awards for its handling; the setup, with a torsion-beam rear axle and rear drum brakes—plus standard steel wheels—again treads the base line for cars in this segment. But the nicely weighted, confident steering is a bright spot; it's speed-sensitive and much like what's used in the Altima. Ride quality is pretty good too. No matter which model or trim level you get, all 2015 Nissan Sentra models include Normal, Eco, and Sport modes that affect throttle response and transmission tuning, while Eco mode also reduces air-conditioning draw. In safety, the 2015 Sentra is a bit below par when you add up its scores. Although it does achieve top 'good' ratings in most categories from the IIHS (like most cars in its class), it gets a worrisome 'poor' rating for small overlap frontal impact; add in four-star NHTSA overall ratings and a four-star frontal test from that federal agency--as well as some feature gaps like optional Bluetooth--and it's no safety leader. Looking at the equipment list and pricing, there's a lot of value for the money in the 2015 Nissan Sentra, and it's about in line with other models in this class, even adding a few features normally reserved for larger, more expensive models—like dual-zone automatic climate control and Bose audio on some models. But there are also some frustrating equipment choices. For instance, rear disc brakes are available only on the top-of-the-line SL or the sporty SR, while a Bluetooth hands-free interface is optional on much of the lineup and not even offered on the base S. Even at around $23k for a fully optioned SL, it's a lavishly equipped, frugal small car--again, for those who don't value the driving experience all that much. Likes:

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Read more » Likes Too much road and engine noise Unimpressive gas mileage GET A FREE PRICE QUOTE The Basics: In a rather unconventional move -- especially for a luxury brand -- Infiniti has opted to hold onto the old, by keeping the outgoing version of its mid-size sport sedan, formerly called the G37 Sedan, around for an extra year or two, as an entry model that will likely be popular for lease deals. And instead of calling it what it's known as, it's giving it a new badge for 2015 that fits in with the brand's new set of model names: Q40. There's definitely a good argument for keeping the 2015 Infiniti Q40 née G37 Sedan around. While the new Q50 is a technological tour de force, and a world ahead in terms of refinement and cabin details, it's the Q40 that keeps its primary selling point: as a focused traditional sport sedan. Without much regard for interior refinement, the Q40 offers up extraordinarily well-balanced handling, nicely weighted steering, and perhaps most importantly, communicative steering -- all things that you'll find to some degree in the BMW 3-Series and Cadillac ATS, but not in such a full and proper place setting. While those other models (and the Q50, if you count its Q50 Hybrid version) now offer fuel-efficient new powertrains, the Q40 moves forward with what it has -- that's a 328-horsepower, 3.7-liter V-6, with, a seven-speed automatic transmission. The engine sounds raspy and simply isn't as smooth as most luxury-car powertrains, and the transmission feels at its best snapping off quick shifts, ordered through the paddle-shifters. Add that up with the excellent steering, dynamics, and poise, and the Q40 provides seat-of-the-pants thrills and a certain kind of driver satisfaction that's otherwise possessed only by sports cars and performance coupes. Styling-wise, the Q40 still looks handsome and nicely proportioned; but with this version as it stands dating back to the 2007 model year, it's become a little dated in the details. Luckily, the sheetmetal was sculpted beautifully in the first place, and it's one of best, timeless designs in this class. We'd point to real sports cars as the G37 Sedan's main influence inside. With a low seating position and low center console between contoured bucket seats, with a strong beltline that wraps around to the doors, plus big, round dials in a hooded gauge cluster, the G37 sets a sporty tone that you won't forget. Top and center, a screen (and supplemental controls beneath) -- about the only interruption to the very purposeful design -- accesses audio and climate functions. As much as you might expect the G37 sedan to feel like a luxury model--or even see it as one -- it's hard to overlook all the noise, vibration, and coarseness, from the road and from the engine, that you hear and feel in the cabin. The upgraded front seats you get in the Sport model are excellent, but back-seat space is a little tight in headroom -- due to that coupe-like roofline. Infiniti hasn't yet fully outlined the Q40's standard-feature set, but it notes that the feature set will include leather upholstery, eight-way power heated front seats, Shodo aluminum trim, electroluminescent gauges, the Intelligent Key system, a Bluetooth hands-free interface, and 17-inch alloy wheels. Major options include a Bose Studio on Wheels system, a hard-drive-based navigation system with voice recognition, and a rear-view monitor. The 2015 Infiniti Q40 will only be offered in four colors:  Liquid Platinum, Graphite Shadow, Black Obsidian and Moonlight White. . Too much road and engine noise Unimpressive gas mileage

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Decision Guide Opinions from around the Web Styling 2010 Dodge Challenger Specifications Check Inventory The Basics: It's time for the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat -- the most powerful muscle car ever. But 2015 is also time for the first truly major update of the muscle-car lineup since it was launched as a 2007 model. With carefully refined exterior styling, new powertrains, upgraded suspension, and an all-new--and far more pleasant--interior, the 2015 Dodge Challenger stays up to date in the face of competition from not only the Chevy Camaro but an all-new Ford Mustang this year. The Challenger has always been the largest and blockiest of the muscle cars, giving it substantial road presence. Looked at through a different lens, the Challenger has been slightly more of a touring coupe--large and comfortable, with a supple ride on long trips. Now that persona is joined by an array of even more powerful, rip-up-the-track models at the top end, for Challenger buyers who want to keep pace with the most powerful vehicles in the competition's lineups. The revised exterior styling adopts cues from the classic 1971 Challenger, including a new split grille in a slimmer front opening with projector headlamps surrounded by LED halos, a pronounced and fully functional "power bulge" hood, and LED tail lamps in a glossy piano black surround. Inside, the 2015 Challenger's interior has been completely revamped. The sweeping surfaces of hard black plastic are gone, replaced by a modern dash with soft-touch surfaces and a fully modern instrument cluster with a fully customizable 7-inch Thin Film Transistor (TFT) center display screen and available 8.4-inch touch-screen system. Its slightly larger size pays dividends inside: The Challenger is the only one of the three muscle coupes to offer seating for five. Access to the back seat will entail some contortion, and only two adults will really fit back there, but it's doable. At 16 cubic feet, the trunk is also larger than those of even some mid-size sedans on the market. The standard powertrain on the 2015 Challenger is a 305-horsepower 3.6-liter V-6. Then there's the 5.7-liter Hemi V-8, which will be rated at up to 375 hp and 410 lb-ft or torque. Finally, there's a new 6.4-liter Hemi V-8 that Dodge estimates at 485 hp and 475 lb-ft of torque. All three engines can be mated to a new eight-speed automatic transmission, the only one offered on any of the three U.S. muscle cars, with a Sport Mode and paddle shifters as well as visual and tactile feedback on the electronically-actuated shift lever. A six-speed manual gearbox remains available as well. Like all three of its competitors this year, the Challenger remains a rear-wheel-drive vehicle with independent rear suspensions. Suspension changes across the board include a Super Track Pak available on all Challenger models, uprated suspension, and new electric power steering with three modes: Normal, Comfort, and Sport. A fully track-ready 6.4-liter Scat Pack model includes not only the 6.4-liter Hemi but also 20-inch aluminum wheels, Brembo disc brakes, and the 392 Scat Pack Shaker model adds a functional Shaker hood inlet scoop. Eight separate trim levels will be offered on the 2015 Challenger: SXT, SXT Plus, R/T, R/T Plus, R/T Shaker, R/T Plus Shaker, 6.4-liter Scat Pack and 392 HEMI Scat Pack Shaker. Customization options mean no two Challengers need be identical, with fourteen different interiors, nine wheel options, and a range of new paint colors, including retro shades like Sublime Green and B5 Blue. Challenger sales have increased steadily throughout its life, so there's clearly a market for a retro muscle car. We tend to think that the best deals in the lineup include the base SXT, where the Challenger costs less than $30k and is far more flamboyant and exciting than any other comfort-oriented mid-sizer. R/T Scat Pack models are also quite the deal, with as much performance as you could possibly take advantage of on the street, all for around $40k.  

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Our automotive experts then also collect and show you what other websites say about these different aspects of any vehicle. We do this leg work for you to simplify your research process. Learn more about how we rate and review cars here . ? Senior Editor, The Car Connection BASE Quick Take By John Voelcker The 2015 Kia K900 reaches for the luxury stars--and grabs a little Lexus and old-school Cadillac, though it falls well short of Audi. Read more » Likes Please enter your ZIP code to see used listings. Decision Guide Opinions from around the Web Styling Features Mileage The K900 looks like a slightly overinflated Cadenza, which itself has the appearance of a thick-shouldered Optima. Pricing and Specifications by Style $59,500 $59,500 15 mpg City/23 mpg Hwy Engine Premium Unleaded V-8, 5.0 L EPA Class Choose a Style Below for Colors and Options STYLE Premium Unleaded V-8, 5.0 L Rear Wheel Drive $ 59,500 The Basics: The 2015 Kia K900 may be an unlikely car to those who still think of the Korean brand as the home of small, cheap economy cars. It's a large luxury sedan that reads from a well-known script that has elevated more pedestrian car makers before, from the launch of Toyota's luxury Lexus brand 25 years ago to Kia's corporate sibling, Hyundai. The idea is to launch a more luxurious and larger model than those it's known for--but price it for value, undercutting the traditional competitors in the segment, so as to bring new buyers into the brand's showrooms.And the K900 in its segment follows in the footsteps of the pricier and more luxuriou Optima Limited mid-size sedan, and more recently the somewhat larger Cadenza and Cadenza Limited, all of which have done well for Kia. The K900 is definitely pitching good value for less cash, just as Hyundai did a few years ago with its Genesis and Equus luxury sedans. Kia's first luxury vehicle is a decent opening salvo in a lengthy effort to put "a stake in the ground," as one executive said during the first media drive. That indicates that Kia plans to compete in the luxury segment over the long haul. Today, the car itself falls somewhere between a premium model and a genuine luxury sedan that can compete with the Germans. Kia's not there yet, but it will likely find buyers for its new luxury sedan. The Kia K900 carries the brand’s signature chrome-ringed grille at the front, but its external design carries echoes of some other cars in the segment, from the Tesla Model S at the front to recent Lexus sedans at the rear. Lined up with its smaller Cadenza and Optima stablemates, it can be an initial challenge to tell them apart, aside from their size. That’s not necessarily a bad thing—brand identity is necessary for any car—but it prevents the K900 from standing out in a crowd of upscale sedans. Kia says the car’s buyers are more about the experience and don’t need to make a visible statement. Inside, the big new Kia is comfortable, offering wood and leather trim, and a set of features that’s fairly standard for upscale sedans—but no unique features or capabilities that set it apart from the crowd. Kia had only its highest-end V-8 VIP model of the K900 available for the initial media drive, but there will be two versions. The more powerful model uses a 420-horsepower V-8 engine—Kia’s first—paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission driving the rear wheels. There is also a base model powered by a 311-hp 3.8-liter V-6 engine, using the same transmission. All-wheel drive, now virtually a requirement in the large luxury-sedan segment, is not available, nor are diesel or hybrid powertrains for improved fuel economy. Fuel economy is only average, with the V-8 rated at 18 mpg combined (15 mpg city, 23 mpg highway) and the V-6 slightly better but hardly class-leading at 21 mpg (18 mpg city, 27 mpg highway). On the road, the Kia K900 is pleasant enough to drive but doesn’t particularly stand out for any one aspect. It’s heavy and high-quality, but doesn’t have the bank-vault solidity of the largest Mercedes-Benz—nor does it have the sporty feel and roadholding of a BMW. It corners flat but without evincing any particular driving passion. At a price of $65,500 for the top-of-the-line K900 V-8 with VIP package, it will likely find some buyers willing to forego the prestige brand by focusing on value for money. It’s notable that Kia doesn’t have the lengthy option lists that most of the Germans use to bump up their bottom lines significantly, whatever the base price may start at. And that raises the question of exactly what the K900 competes with. In a presentation, Kia suggested that it falls between the mid-size luxury sedan segment (Audi A6, BMW 5-Series, Lexus GS, Mercedes-Benz E-Class) and their full-size counterparts (Audi A8, BMW 7-Series, Lexus LS, Mercedes-Benz S-Class). It’s quite clear that the K900 doesn’t go head to head with the S-Class, for example, which offers numerous technology features missing from the Kia. Nor will it attract customers who value the sportier driving character of BMW’s big sedans—and the same goes for the Jaguar XF and XJ, which Kia didn’t name. In the end, Kia’s new K900 luxury sedan is probably most comparable to those from another formerly upstart make, Lexus. It’s comfortable, predictable, easy to understand, quiet, and seems to be well-built (though only time will tell on that front). Just as Kia said, it’s a stake in the ground, a first effort to highlight the brand’s upmarket aspirations—and light-years away from the simple, affordable models with which Kia built its brand in the U.S. That’s how Lexus started, and we won’t count the K900 out—but we wish it had a few more distinctive aspects or features. Likes:

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