With the G25, Infiniti can take on less-expensive, more fuel-efficient rivals from Lexus, Acura and BMW. The 2.5L V-6 springs from the heralded VQ engine family.
Volvo executives use provocative words such as “sexy” and “naughty” to describe the new car. “Sporty” and “dynamic” also find their way into the conversation.
The Odyssey’s risky design, which looks as if two different vehicles were slammed together, is disconcerting. But that doesn’t mean it won’t appeal to the younger buyers the auto maker is targeting.
The Porsche CUV is all-around better than the model it replaces. Torque vectoring delivers unparalleled handling, and Porsche’s first hybrid enables guilt-free “sailing” up to 97 mph.
All-in-all, GM delivers exactly the car it promised two years ago. But the auto maker has precious little time to convince consumers, as rivals are hot on its heels.
American market test groups said earlier versions of the Jetta were “totally over-engineered,” according to VW. The interior reflects obvious cost-cutting.
At the auto maker’s current rate of improvement, the next-generation Equus after the one launching now should have the rest of the world’s auto makers hiding under their desks.