Advantages Relatively spacious 3rd row seat; capable handling; finely crafted cockpit; high-tech user friendly features. Disadvantages Busy control layout; not that much interior space unlike bigger rivals. Introduction 2012 Acura MDX provides exclusive Super Handling All Wheel Drive System of Acura, exceptional V6 power and standard seven-passenger seating capacity. Compelling styling, sophisticated technologies, attention to detail...

2011 Mercury Mariner is a compact crossover sport utility vehicle powered by a V6 engine which is good for producing 240 horsepower. For a long time, the vehicles of Mercury have been little more gussied-up versions of Ford’s products. Its V6-powered engine generates less power as compared to Toyota RAV4′s 268 horsepower and Chevrolet Equinox’s 264 horsepower engine. However, its four-cylinder engine is respectable as...

Advantages Sublime seats; powerful and smooth powerplants; nifty dual access rear hatch; impressive fuel economy with 535i; upscale and spacious interior. Disadvantages Expensive; stiffer ride unlike a true luxury vehicle; excessive throttle. Introduction 2012 BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo provides a new form of style and versatility like the extension of the 5 Series lineup. It has created a new luxury niche somewhere between a crossover...

The all-new Mazda 6 Venture Edition has been announced, blistering on the heels of Mazda 2 Venture Edition. Based on TS model, it comes with 17-inch gunmetal alloy wheels, privacy glass and a sports grille, whereas Dolphin Grey Mica paint is offered exclusively to Venture Edition. The interior features an integrated Bluetooth system, heated front seats with part leather trim and a Tom-Tom satellite-navigation system. As it is based on...

German Motor Klassik magazine’s readers have placed new Bentley Continental GT at the top of “New Cars – Coupes”segment as a part of its 2012 awards. The prize will be presented on 20th March this year to the Member of Board for Engineering Bentley Motors, Rolf Frech at Motor Klassik gala award ceremony at Schloss Dyck in Juchen, Westphalia. Motor Klassik awards reflect readers’ opinions of both its online...

Peugeot 508 Hybrid4, a diesel powered, efficient sedan joins the SW estate model in the family car lineup. It uses the same technology like Peugeot 508 RXH with a 2.0 HDi diesel powerplant that generates 163 horsepower and sends power to the front wheels with 30HP electric generator powering the rear. The company claims that this hybrid sedan will enhance overall product versatility and driving pleasure. The 508 Hybrid4 will be...

Advantages Low price for a hybrid; thrifty fuel economy. Disadvantages Air conditioning shuts off with auto-off engine at traffic lights; unsophisticated ride; cramped rear seat. Introduction 2012 Honda Insight is an aerodynamically designed, practical five-passenger, four-door hatchback hybrid, which holds the title of being first mass produced hybrid vehicle to market in North America. While reliable and fuel efficient, the Insight...

Advantages Fuel efficient diesel powerplant; excellent V8 performance; quiet and comfortable seating for seven passengers; high standard of luxury. Disadvantages Antiquated COMAND interface; pricier as compared to rivals; non-adjustable 2nd row seats. Introduction 2012 Mercedes Benz GL-Class is the company’s large seven-passenger sport utility vehicle, which is meant to provide all the capacity and luxury demanded by American market....