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Car reviews and test drives of new vehicles by the editors of AutoGuide.com. Each new car review article by our in-house team of experts includes information on: standard features, trim levels, performance statistics, price (MSRP), fuel mileage (mpg), driving impressions and how it compares with the competition. Complete with industry leading video car reviews, also look for our definitive verdict on if you should buy this car.

2013 Buick LaCrosse Review

Craig Cole

The biggest sedan in Buick’s lineup, the LaCrosse, has already been on the market for a few years now. Is it aging gracefully or succumbing to the ravages of middle age?

2013 Dodge Dart DDCT Automatic Review

Ken Glassman

Apart from the price, we were pleasantly surprised with Dodge’s new compact sedan. Now available with a dual-clutch automatic we test the volume model to see if it’s more of what we like, or just more expensive

2013 Subaru Outback Review – Video

Richard Cazeau 1

For 2013 the Outback becomes more car-like, hits 30 miles per gallon and even gains a new feature that lets the car stop all by itself.

2013 Chevrolet Volt Review

Stephen Elmer

Billed as an electric car with an unlimited range, we head out on a 1,200 mile road trip to test just how efficient the Volt is on the open road.

2013 Chevrolet Avalanche Review

Craig Cole

Some things are just made for each other. The Chevrolet Avalanche combines the versatility of a pickup truck with the interior spaciousness of a full-size SUV, but how well did GM integrate these two vehicle types?

2013 Volvo XC60 R-Design Review – Video

Richard Cazeau 8

Volvo is not known for putting brash styling and wild performance first. The XC60 R-Design breaks that mold.

2013 Subaru Legacy Review

Craig Cole 17

Competing in the most competitive slice of the North American new-vehicle market, how does Subaru’s refreshed Legacy stack up?

2013 Honda Accord Coupe EX-L V6 Review

Sami Haj-Assaad 1

The Accord continues its success with a two-door model that shows up the competition in quality and comfort.

2013 Volkswagen Golf R Review

Mark Atkinson

Is the Golf R the best hot hatch? Or just the most expensive?

2013 Chevrolet Trax Review

Sami Haj-Assaad

Chevrolet hits the trails with this drab cute-ute, but can the small Trax handle the Canadian winter?

2013 Acura TL Review

Luke Vandezande

Chances are that you’ll either love how Acura’s current generation TL looks, or you’ll grin and bear it. It’s tough to hate the Japanese luxury sedan’s winning personality and agreeable interior.

2013 Toyota RAV4 Review – Video

Richard Cazeau 14

An originator in the crossover segment, the 2013 RAV4 sheds even more of its SUV-inspired traits. Will consumers miss the variety, or flock to the new updates?

2013 Kia Sorento Review – Video

Richard Cazeau 5

Loaded up in sporty and stylish SX trim, Kia’s family hauler makes a strong argument against going with a premium brand.

2013 Dodge Durango Review

Mark Atkinson

The Dodge Durango returned from a brief hiatus in 2011 with more changes than a troubled teen after military school. While it might look the same in 2013, a few key changes make it better mannered and more efficient in the V8 model.

2014 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Review – Video

Colum Wood

Downsizing takes on a whole new meaning as Ford brings back the 3-cylinder engine.

2014 Lexus IS Prototype Review – Video

Colum Wood

Is the 2014 Lexus IS the most engaging and dynamic model in the entry-level luxury sports sedan segment?

2013 Honda Civic Review – Video

Colum Wood 1

Hearing critics, Honda has refreshed its new Civic after just one model year. But are these changes enough to put it back on top?

2013 Nissan GT-R Review – Video

Colum Wood 9

Editor-in-Chief and car snob Colum Wood finds the 2013 GT-R entertaining and insufferable… almost.

2013 Toyota Avalon Hybrid Review

Craig Cole

Toyota has pulled a page from its Prius playbook with the 2013 Avalon Hybrid. But does an electrified version of a big sedan make any sense?

2013 Audi A4 Review

Ken Glassman

The 2013 Audi A4 gathers new appeal to better compete with its compatriots thanks to some mild style tweaks. Small as they may be, it’s the little things that help this year’s A4 feel like a more viable competitor against other German luxury sedans.