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Take a spin in Co­nsumer Guide's test-car fleet. We drive everything from the mild Ford Taurus to the ­wild Corv­ette Z06; the ­elegant Mercedes-Benz S-Class to the everyda­y Hyundai Sonata. Read what our e­ditors have to say about the newest cars, trucks, and SUVs on the market.
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2012 Volkswagen Beetle

2012 Volkswagen Beetle
Date: 03.12.2012
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
The new-for-2012 Beetle has a unique and fun-to-drive personality. But is it practical? Check out our impressions.

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2012 Jeep Compass

2012 Jeep Compass
Date: 02.07.2012
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
Is the 2012 Jeep Compass worth a look? Check out our impressions.

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2011 Kia Optima Hybrid

2011 Kia Optima Hybrid
Date: 11.23.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
Does our Optima love extend to the hybrid model?

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2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
Date: 10.27.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
The SLS connects drivers with one of the rawest and most potent AMG engines ever peddled to the general public.

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2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302

2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302
Date: 10.18.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
A pony's gotta run, and this über 'Stang's got long legs.

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2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible

2012 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L S
Date: 10.06.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
The new Passat is a very good car that competes in a class of very good cars.

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2012 Ford Focus

2012 Ford Focus hatchback Titanium
Date: 09.26.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
The redesigned-for-2012 Ford Focus steps up its game with sporty driving dynamics and a classy interior.

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2011 Porsche Cayenne

2011 Porsche Cayenne Sport and S Hybrid
Date: 09.07.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
Both the Turbo and S Hybrid variations of this premium-midsize SUV are fast and sporty.

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2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T R-Spec

2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe R-Spec
Date: 08.23.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
The editors found the Genesis Coupe 2.0T R-Spec a track-ready alternative to other sporty cars.

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2012 Fiat 500

2012 Fiat 500 Sport and Lounge
Date: 07.14.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
We tested both manual and automatic models of the new-for-2012 subcompact.

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2011 Saab 9-5

2011 Saab 9-5 Turbo4 Premium
Date: 07.06.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
Does the redesigned 9-5 mark a comeback for Saab?

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2011 Buick Regal

2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo
Date: 06.23.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
Regal delivers a new dimension of sportiness you would not typically associate with Buick.

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2012 Audi A7

2012 Audi A7 Premium
Date: 06.13.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
Striking good looks, agile handling, and a peppy powertrain make A7 one of the most engaging, fun-to-drive cars out there.

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2011 BMW X3

2011 BMW X3 xDrive28i
Date: 05.26.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
How did a BMW's larger, redesigned compact SUV do in our test fleet?

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2012 Nissan NV

2012 Nissan NV 2500
Date: 05.10.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
Nissan enters the commercial van field with the new NV.

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2011 Dodge Avenger

2011 Dodge Avenger Mainstreet
Date: 05.03.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
We were pleasantly surprised by the updated-for-2011 Dodge Avenger during our 842-mile test-drive.

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2011 Mini Countryman

2011 Mini Countryman S
Date: 04.26.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
Does more Mini mean less? We drove the brand's first SUV over 280 miles.

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2011 Acura TSX Sport Wagon

2011 Acura TSX Sport Wagon Base w/Technology Package
Date: 03.30.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
In a marketplace crammed with genre-bending SUV/hatchback crossover/crossbred whatzits, it's refreshing to see a straight-up wagon.

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2011 Dodge Durango

2011 Dodge Durango Crew
Date: 03.15.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
After skipping a year, Dodge's midsize SUV is back.

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2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid

2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid
Date: 03.07.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
We spent close to 1,000 miles in Cadillac's green monster.

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2011 Nissan Quest

2011 Nissan Quest SL
Date: 02.28.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
With good power, decent fuel economy, and a comfortable ride, Quest is a must-see.

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2011 Chevrolet Cruze

2011 Chevrolet Cruze LS and LTZ
Date: 01.25.2011
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
Chevy's compact Cruze replaces the Cobalt for 2011. We put two of them to the test.

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2011 Jaguar XJ

2011 Jaguar XJL Supersport
Date: 12.27.2010
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
The editors spent 500-plus miles behind the wheel of Jaguar's powerful, redesigned flagship sedan.

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2011 Hyundai Sonata

2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS and Limited
Date: 12.14.2010
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
Can its eye-catching good looks and great value-for-the-money factor trump an unrefined rear suspension?

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2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS

2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS
Date: 11.03.2010
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
We put over 550 miles on Chevrolet's pony car. Fast and fun? Oh yes. But that's about all it is.

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2011 Mazda 2

2011 Mazda 2 Touring
Date: 10.19.2010
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
The editors put a pair of two 2s to the test--one automatic, one manual.

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2011 Honda CR-Z

2011 Honda CR-Z EX w/Navigation
Date: 10.04.2010
By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide
The staff averaged 37.5 mpg in Honda's new-for-2011 "hybrid sportster."

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