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Dec 9, 2024 | 
wsmag.net | Bruce Caldwell
Model tested: 2024 Ford Bronco Big Bend 4-door 4×4Engine: 2.3-liter Ecoboost I-4Transmission: 10-speed automatic, four-wheel driveHorsepower: 300 (premium fuel)Torque: 325 lb.-ft. EPA ratings (mpg): 18/ city, 17/highway, 18/combinedBase price: $40,370As tested: $55,415Overview: Ford revived the legendary Bronco nameplate in 2021 with an excellent modernization that leaned more toward the original compact 1966 Bronco than the various large Broncos that ceased production in 1996.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
wsmag.net | Bruce Caldwell
Model tested: 2024 Land Rover Defender 110 SEngine: 3-liter turbocharged inline 6-cylinderTransmission: 8-speed automatic, all-wheel driveHorsepower: 395Torque: 406 lb.-ft. EPA ratings (mpg): 17/city, 20/highway, 18/combinedBase price: $67,900As tested: $81,103Overview: Land Rover Defender is an SUV often associated with safaris and trips to exotic foreign lands where few roads exist.
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Nov 4, 2024 | 
wsmag.net | Bruce Caldwell
Model tested: 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser 4WD Wagon HybridEngine: 2.4-liter turbocharged I-4, plus two electric motorsTransmission: 8-speed automatic, full-time four-wheel driveHorsepower: 326Torque: 465 lb.-ft. EPA ratings (mpg): 22/city, 25/highway, 23/combinedBase price: $61,950As tested: $71,534Overview: Toyota Land Cruiser is a legendary name in the 4-by-4 SUV game.
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Oct 14, 2024 | 
wsmag.net | Bruce Caldwell
Model tested: 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 6MTEngine: 2-liter I-4 DOHC 4-cylinderTransmission: 6-speed manual, rear-wheel driveHorsepower: 181Torque: 154 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 26/city, 34/highway, 29/combinedBase price: $37,010As tested: $38,925Overview: The 2024 Mazda MX-5 (commonly known as the Miata) RF is a classic example of “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Since its 1990 introduction, the Mazda Miata has remained a small, two-seater sports car with a very large fun factor.
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Oct 7, 2024 | 
wsmag.net | Bruce Caldwell
Model tested: 2024 Lexus LC 500 CoupeEngine: 5-liter V8Transmission: 10-speed manual, rear-wheel driveHorsepower: 471Torque: 398 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 16/city, 24/highway, 18/combinedBase price: $97,700As tested: $107,105Overview: The 2024 Lexus LC 500 Coupe isn’t a car you need — it’s a car you want. It’s a piece of rolling art. You don’t simply park it and walk away — you keep looking back over your shoulder, admiring its crisp, graceful lines.
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Sep 30, 2024 | 
wsmag.net | Bruce Caldwell
Model tested: 2024 Honda Civic Type R HatchbackEngine: 2-liter I-4 turbocharged 4-cylinderTransmission: 6-speed manual, front-wheel driveHorsepower: 315Torque: 310 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 22/city, 28/highway, 24/combinedBase price: $44,795As tested: $45,890Overview: Most people associate the Honda Civic with a sensible compact sedan that’s been winning praise since its 1973 stateside introduction.
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Aug 7, 2024 | 
wsmag.net | Bruce Caldwell
Model Tested: 2014 Kia Soul Engine: 2.0-liter 4-cylinder Transmission: 6-speed automatic EPA Ratings: 23/City—31/Highway—26/Combined Base Price: $20,300 As Tested: $26,195 Performance: Strong, peppy engine Very good automatic transmission Smooth highway ride Nimble around town and for parking Reasonable fuel economy Comfort: Heated and cooled front seats Driver power lumbar Thick, contoured, heated steering wheel Stretch-out front legroom Excellent Infinity sound system with huge door...
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Aug 7, 2024 | 
wsmag.net | Bruce Caldwell
Model Tested: 2014 Chevrolet Silverado High Country 4WD Crew Engine: 6.2-liter Ecotec3 V-8 Transmission: 6-speed automatic EPA Ratings: 14/City—20/Highway—17/Combined Base Price: $47,380 As Tested: $52,080 Performance: Powerful, 420 horsepower, yet economical engine Smooth transmission with auto grade braking designed for towing 460 lb-ft torque Car-like highway ride Great passing power Adjustable towing braking Auto locking rear differential Seamless cylinder deactivation Comfort: Great...
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Aug 7, 2024 | 
wsmag.net | Bruce Caldwell
Model Tested: 2014 BMW 535d sedan Engine: 3.0-liter DOHC inline 6-cylinder diesel Transmission: 8-speed Steptronic automatic EPA Ratings: 26/City—38/Highway—30/Combined Base Price: $56,600 As Tested: $66,425 Performance: Tons of torque–413 lb-ft and 255 horsepower Smooth, powerful acceleration Taut handling, but still comfortable Excellent 8-speed automatic transmission Driving Dynamics Control for variable driving styles Comfort: Supportive, multi-adjustable, super-comfortable front seats...
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Aug 7, 2024 | 
wsmag.net | Bruce Caldwell
Model Tested: 2014 Ford C-Max Hybrid SEL Engine: 2.0-liter I-4 plus electric, 188 total horsepower Transmission: electronic CVT EPA Ratings: 45/City—40/Highway—43/Combined Base Price: $28,455 As Tested: $32,280 Performance: Good acceleration Smooth transition between driving modes Regenerative braking Four-wheel disc brakes Short wheelbase is easy to maneuver Comfort: Outstanding front row leg and headroom Ergonomically excellent steering wheel Easy-to-use steering wheel auxiliary controls...
