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New Genesis Sedan Goes Fully Dark For 2026

When a compact sport sedan goes full stealth mode, you get this.
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Jaguar XE SV Project 8 Sets Another Crazy Record in Dubai

Compact Sedans Amee Reehal -
Unconvinced the Jaguar XE SV Project 8 is the world’s fastest sedan? The 592-hp, V8-powered saloon lapped the Dubai Autodrome GP circuit in 2:18.81 mins.

2019 Mazda3 Sedan Review: Back to Basics

Mazda3 Graham Heeps -
Compact sedan with a driver-first approach, the 2019 Mazda3 GT is a sleek car going back to basics delivering ease of use & driver appeal.

Refreshed 2020 Jaguar XE Takes Aim At New 3-Series & Revamped A4

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Jaguar's mid-size sports sedan gets some major updaes. The 2020 XE finds a bolder front look with revamped cabin with F-TYPE style SportShift gear selector.

2019 Genesis G70 Review

Compact Sedans Russell Purcell -
We put the 2019 Genesis G70 3.3T Sport to the test, Korea's new 365-hp German-fighter sporting AWD, sleek looks, and a competitive price point.

2019 Subaru STI S209: The 341-HP Track Weapon America Finally Got

Subaru WRX Amee Reehal -
Limited to 200 units, Subaru’s most powerful WRX ever arrives...built for the track, not the timid.

BMW’s New 2020 3 Series Has the Muscle, Not the Mojo

Compact Sedans Amee Reehal -
The iconic 3 Series has been going strong for over 40 years, paving the way for sport sedans. Can the newly released 2020 M340i & M340i xDrive keep up?

First Look: Sleek Redesigned Mazda3 Keeps 6-Speed Manual for 2019

Mazda3 Kelly Taylor -
The redesigned 2019 Mazda3 debuts at the LA Auto Show. Expect an AWD option, two engine choices, a stickshift, and more interior tech.

2018 BMW 430i Gran Coupe Review

Compact Sedans Chris Chase -
The 2018 BMW 430i Gran Coupe's sporty roofline & 248-hp powerplant gives it an edge but lacking the M Performance treatment doesn't do this stylish sedan any favours.

First Drive: 2019 Kia Forte Review

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Can Kia's redesigned 2019 Forte sedan go toe-to-toe with leaders like Corolla & Civic? Sharing DNA with sibling Stinger, a new CVT, and a long list of standard features helps.

Specs: The Subaru WRX Raiu Edition Brings the Thunder (To Canada)

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For 2019 WRX consumers looking for a model that sets them apart a little, Subaru is unleashing 100 units of the 2019 WRX Raiu Edition.
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