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Toyota Prius

In most other respects, the 2009 Toyota Prius is pleasant. It's stable and quiet on the highway, it floats serenely over rough pavement and its hatchback body style makes it one of the most practical midsize cars on the road. Indeed, we'd recommend the Prius not only to fuel-economy junkies, but also to midsize-sedan shoppers who like the idea of being able to carry considerably more stuff without sacrificing refinement or passenger space. Unless you're put off by the Prius' greener-than-thou image or duller-than-everything driving experience, it's a uniquely appealing package.

Lotus Elise SC

There's not much that's practical about the 2008 Lotus Elise SC. It's nearly impossible to get in and out of gracefully, the interior lacks many of the bells and whistles we've come to expect of modern road cars, and its diminutive proportions prevent it from carrying much more than a purse and a bottle of water. But here's the thing: with the right mindset, it doesn't really matter.

Test Drive: 2009 Audi A4 3.2 Quattro - Bigger, All-New Sedan Gives Those Other Germans a Run for Their Money

By: Laura Burstein , Automotive Editor
Vehicle Tested: 2009 Audi A4 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
Pros: Good range of adjustable driving settings, ample cargo space, luxuriously appointed cabin, well-placed and convenient interface, excellent brakes.
Cons: Slower than some competitors, myriad sensor systems can be annoying, limited front-seat adjustment range.

The top three German carmakers have long battled it out for the biggest piece of the lucrative U.S. entry-level luxury sedan market. And historically, Audi's had the dubious honor of coming in last place. Although competitive in design, price and functionality (and even a forerunner when it comes to certain technologies), Audi's A4 has failed to see North American sales figures that meet those of competing models from BMW and Mercedes. Now, Audi is upping the ante in the hopes that its completely new A4 sedan will be the not-so-secret weapon that will help obliterate that gap.

Audi's strategy? More. The 2009 Audi A4 is nearly 5 inches longer and 2 inches wider than the previous model. That size increase makes way for more headroom, more shoulder room and an additional 1.4 inches of rear knee room. Audi also claims the A4 has the biggest trunk in its class.

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Jaguar XF Supercharged

Sending that power to the rear wheels is a six-speed automatic transmission that features three different shift modes. The regular mode maximizes efficiency, but there were times when it produced some slight herky-jerky motions under light acceleration. Ditto the Sport mode, but its quick gearchanges and ability to remain in a lower gear during aggressive driving was certainly appreciated. The driver can also control shifts with wheel-mounted paddles laid out in the proper fashion (left for downshift, right for upshift). Best of all, there's barely any lag evident between pulling a paddle and a gearchange.

2008 Aston Martin
Who Should Buy This Vehicle?

There are really only two questions to ask yourself if you're considering the purchase of a 2008 Aston Martin DBS: Are you in love with it and do you have the cash? Inevitably, practical matters like long-distance comfort and trunk space mean very little, considering potential customers will certainly have one or more additional vehicles in their garages.

Saturn Astra XR Coupe Performance

Our car was equipped with the only engine available, a 1.8-liter inline-4 that makes 138 hp and 125 pound-feet of torque. Power is routed to the front wheels through a five-speed manual (although a four-speed automatic is also available). We have mixed feelings about the Astra's abilities. Handlingwise, the XR coupe is able, although calling it "fun" might be an overstatement. The steering is quick and agile, and despite some body roll around corners, the Astra is stable and easy to drive. However, the shifter responds rather lazily, which makes quick shifts nearly impossible. The Opel-derived suspension is relatively firm, yet the ride remains comfortable.

Lee Dodge New York Car Dealer : Test Drive: 2009 Audi A4 3.2 Quattro - Bigger, All-New Sedan Gives Those Other Germans a Run for Their Money

By: Laura Burstein , Automotive Editor
Vehicle Tested: 2009 Audi A4 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
Pros: Good range of adjustable driving settings, ample cargo space, luxuriously appointed cabin, well-placed and convenient interface, excellent brakes.
Cons: Slower than some competitors, myriad sensor systems can be annoying, limited front-seat adjustment range.

The top three German carmakers have long battled it out for the biggest piece of the lucrative U.S. entry-level luxury sedan market. And historically, Audi's had the dubious honor of coming in last place. Although competitive in design, price and functionality (and even a forerunner when it comes to certain technologies), Audi's A4 has failed to see North American sales figures that meet those of competing models from BMW and Mercedes. Now, Audi is upping the ante in the hopes that its completely new A4 sedan will be the not-so-secret weapon that will help obliterate that gap.

Audi's strategy? More. The 2009 Audi A4 is nearly 5 inches longer and 2 inches wider than the previous model. That size increase makes way for more headroom, more shoulder room and an additional 1.4 inches of rear knee room. Audi also claims the A4 has the biggest trunk in its class.






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