Car Reviews

2012 Nissan Xterra

2012 Nissan Xterra

The Good:
– Excellent offroader
– Cabin space and practicality
– Powerful engine
The Bad:
– Hard-plastic cabin
– Engine noise, all the time
– Unimpressive fuel economy

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2012 Honda CR-V

2012 Honda CR-V

The Good:
– Great fuel economy
– Cabin space and practicality
– Decent handling
The Bad:
– Basic gearbox & no low-range
– Noticeable road noise
– Hard cabin plastics

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2012 Lexus GS 350

2012 Lexus GS 350

The Good:
– Rather good engine
– Cabin space and features
– Very comfortable ride
The Bad:
– Largely conservative styling
– Handling errs on side of caution
– Limited feedback from controls

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2012 Mini Coupe Cooper S

2012 Mini Coupe Cooper S

The Good:
– Fun handling
– Fun engine
– Fun gadgetry
The Bad:
– Price not fun
– Practicality not fun
– Firm ride not fun

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2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 4.6 VX-R

2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 4.6 VX-R

The Good:
– Solid offroading capability
– Cabin space and features
– Fairly comfortable ride
The Bad:
– Very expensive
– Body-roll on sharp turns
– Bit of a petrol addict

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2012 Chrysler 300C Hemi

2012 Chrysler 300C Hemi

The Good:
– Stylish exterior
– Cabin space and features
– Very comfortable ride
The Bad:
– Soft handling character
– Very heavy curb weight
– Some kooky electronics

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2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI

2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI

The Good:
– Torquey engine
– Cabin quality and features
– Entertaining handler
The Bad:
– Lacks kick at highway speeds
– Looks a bit too understated
– Brake-pedal feel could be better

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2012 Lexus LX 570

2012 Lexus LX 570

The Good:
– Very luxurious ride
– Cabin space and features
– Decent offroader
The Bad:
– Very expensive
– A bit bulky to handle
– Average power and economy

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2012 Volkswagen Phaeton V8

2012 Volkswagen Phaeton V8

The Good:
– Decent power and economy
– Cabin space and features
– Quiet and comfortable
The Bad:
– Very pricey with options
– Not very sporting
– Understated styling

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2010 Mini Cooper S Cabrio

2010 Mini Cooper S Cabrio

The Good:
– Great around the curves
– Entertaining engine
– Cool unique interior design
The Bad:
– Very pricey for its size
– Rear seat fits only midgets
– Rearward visibility

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