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2018 Subaru Crosstrek: The Impreza Recipe Applied to the SUV4.0/5

SANO, Japan – For our first encounter with the second-generation Crosstrek, Subaru brought us to its testing centre in Sano, Japan, where we were able to put this vehicle through its paces on asphalt and gravel roads. The vehicle, of course, looks like a genetically modified version of the Impreza, …July 11, 2017

2018 Hyundai Elantra GT: Slightly Below Expectations3.5/5

When Hyundai unveiled the new Elantra and its now-famous Superstructure, the press was sceptical. What could possibly be so special about this chassis? But despite our collective doubts, the final product was impressive and refined, elevating the Elantra sedan among the leading compact cars. The same doubt crept up when …July 10, 2017

2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet: Who Could Ask for Anything More?4.5/5

We talk a lot about the Mercedes-Benz E-Class , and rightfully so. This car comes in four variants, including sedan, wagon, coupe and cabriolet, not to mention the world-rocking AMG versions. It’s no wonder that the company has become the number-one luxury brand in the United States. The E-Class Cabriolet …July 4, 2017

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan: Seven Passengers, Three Versions, One Engine4.0/5

With 68% of new vehicles sold in Canada being pickups or SUVs, it’s easy to understand why manufacturers put so much effort into developing sport utility vehicles of all shapes and sizes. Traditionally, Volkswagen hasn’t been a major player in this segment, but it’s hoping to make up for lost …June 29, 2017

2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe: In a Class by Itself?4.5/5

Mercedes-Benz's vehicle lineup has never been so diverse. From affordable models to supercars, from wagons to SUVs of all shapes and sizes, the manufacturer has something for everyone. After last year's introduction of the 10th generation of its E-Class sedans and wagons, this year sees the arrival of the third …June 27, 2017

2017 Nissan Qashqai: a Veteran Newbie to the Segment4.0/5

Nissan Canada invited The Car Guide to drive the all-new Qashqai subcompact crossover at a media event in Montreal. Qashqai represents a major North-American product launch for the company particularly because they expect it to be the brand’s second-bestselling vehicle in a very short period of time—behind their Canadian sales …June 23, 2017

Meet the 2018 Volvo XC604.0/5

Barcelona, Spain – Woody Allen once said, "Eternity is a long time, especially towards the end." Volvo seems to have reached that point and has decided to completely update its best-selling XC60 after a long career that spanned ten years and over a million units sold. So it’s a fresh …June 16, 2017

2018 Honda Odyssey: Be Yourself3.0/5

Automobile journalists generally don't like driving minivans, for the plain and simple reason that they aren't much fun to drive. And yet, each and every year in Canada, tens of thousands of families buy one. There are actually two vehicle categories in this segment. The first includes the Dodge Grand …June 6, 2017

2018 Audi SQ5: Thrilling Within Reason4.0/5

Last fall, Audi introduced the second generation of its compact SUV, the 2018 Q5, a vehicle that quickly rose to the top of the brand's sales charts in Canada. This success came in spite of the fact that there was just one version available with just one engine choice. Buyers …June 6, 2017

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan: One Handsome Beast

The Tiguan was getting long in the tooth, so Volkswagen has served up a rejuvenated version. The one destined for North America is longer than its predecessor, and offers seating for seven. It’s not available with all trim levels, but the seven-seat option gives you a bench where your luggage …June 5, 2017

Volkswagen’s new 2.0T: Potentially the Engine of the Year

Volkswagen lost some serious ground when it had to trash its excellent diesel engines. Well, they were excellent in terms of performance and fuel efficiency, just too bad they spouted 10 to 40 times the amount of pollution allowed by law. Now it would seem that the manufacturer is looking …June 2, 2017

Meet the 2018 Subaru WRX STI4.0/5

KELOWNA, British Columbia – In light of stiff new competition from the Ford Focus RS and Volkswagen Golf R , the Subaru WRX STI is getting spruced up for 2018 before a complete makeover expected around 2020. When that happens, the Subaru WRX STI will most certainly be built on …May 26, 2017

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