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Sedan & Hatchbacks

Long live the 4-door car. Despite SUV dominance, sedans continue to push on with their practicality, spacious interiors, versatility, sleek styling, and often with potent performance to match. From sedans to 5-door hatches and stylish wagons. Search reviews:

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2017 Ford Focus RS Review: The 350-hp Compact Hatchback

Russell Purcell -
From practical transporter to track star, the 2017 Ford Focus RS with all its 350-hp can do double duty. But is it a game-changer?

2016 BMW M6 Gran Coupé Review

Russell Purcell -
The 2016 BMW M6 Gran Coupé Blends Aggressive Style and Performance with a touch of Elegance. We put the 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 powered coupe to the test.

2017 Subaru WRX Review: Fast, Bold, and Not for Everyone

Subaru WRX Chris Chase -
The 2017 Subaru WRX sedan can go from track star to domestic warrior with 268-hp under the hood, but its raw personality isn’t for everyone.

2017 Genesis G90 Review

Russell Purcell -
Our full review of the 2017 G90 - a large executive sedan & the first model from the Genesis brand. We look at its interior, handling & more.

2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Review

Chris Chase -
Volkswagen keeps the affordable wagon alive with the 2016 VW Golf SportWagen. Our review with changes, interior, and drive impressions.

2016 Honda Civic Touring Review

Chris Chase -
The 2016 Honda Civic Touring trim is for those needing a little more from the popular compact sedan. For 2016, that means more tech & power.

First Drive: 2017 Ford Fusion Review

Mid-Size Sedans Amee Reehal -
The stylish Fusion gains its first refresh in four years. We put the mid-range Sport and Platinum trims to the test.

First Drive: 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300 Review

Chris Chase -
Mercedes-Benz previews autonomous vehicle technology in a car more entertaining to drive the old-fashioned way.

2016 Cadillac CTS Review

Mid-Size Sedans Russell Purcell -
The updated third-generation 2016 Cadillac CTS delivers a driving experience that will appeal to the enthusiast. We review the 3.6L AWD model boasting 268-hp.

2016 Nissan Altima 2.5 SR Review

Nissan Altima Chris Chase -
The redesigned 2016 Nissan Altima SR gets injected with a bit of fun boasting stiffer springs and larger sway bars, but needs a gustier V6.
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