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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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First Drive: 2015 Nissan Micra Review

Subcompact Sedans Amee Reehal -
The Comeback Kid: Following a 21-year hiatus, the new 4th-generation 2015 Nissan Micra sub-compact returns with polished looks and an ultra-low price-point.

First Drive: 2015 Subaru WRX & WRX STI Review

Subaru WRX Amee Reehal -
Track time with the new 2015 WRX and WRX STI. Subaru defies the mainstream (again) with their pair of redesigned, high-performance sport sedans.

2014 Porsche Panamera 4S Review: Big Power Meets Winter Vibes

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The 2014 Porsche Panamera 4S proves that performance doesn’t need to hibernate when the snow falls.

2014 Volvo S60 T6 AWD Review

Compact Sedans Russell Purcell -
Can the 2014 Volvo S60 T6 AWD help revive the Swede's popularity in North America? We put the compact executive 4-door to the test.

Jon Olsson’s 2014 Audi RS6 Wagon: The Ultimate Winter Wagon

Tuner Cars TL Staff -
This camo-clad Audi RS6 winter beast will take Jon Olsson and four buddies to the slopes in style, backed by 0-60 mph in a mere 3.9 seconds.

2014 Porsche Panamera Turbo Executive Review

Porsche Panamera Russell Purcell -
Powered by a potent V8 making 520 horsepower, 2014 Porsche Panamera Turbo Executive likely won't miss any C-suite meetings.

2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Review

Mid-Size Sedans Russell Purcell -
Lincoln's mid-size sedan may be discontinued, but the 2014 MKZ Hybrid still offers luxury, style, a premium interior, and major fuel-economy.

2013 BMW 328i xDrive Review

Compact Sedans Amee Reehal -
The 2013 model year marked the introduction of the F30 generation 3 Series with increased power, tweaked styling, and more spacious interior. But is the BMW 328i xDrive is worth buying today?

2013 Volkswagen Passat TDI Review

Mid-Size Sedans TL Staff -
Shopping for a used 2013 Volkswagen Passat TDI? A closer look at the mid-size sedan's diesel engine, interior, problems, photos & specs.

2013 Lexus GS450h Review: A Reliable Hybrid Sedan?

Mid-Size Sedans Russell Purcell -
Before buying a used 2013 Lexus GS450h, here’s what to know about its hybrid power, luxury features, and what still makes it worth a look.
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