Best Time to Buy a Used Car, Radar vs. Camera-Based Safety Sensors, and More | Talking Cars #271
We touch on a number of topics this week, including if a used Subaru Ascent is a good replacement for an Audi A4, why your…
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2020 BMW 2 Series; Why Manufacturers Shouldn’t Charge a Premium for Safety Features | #269
This week we give our first impressions of the 2020 BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe, discuss its driving characteristics, and how it compares to its competitors, like…
2020 Hyundai Sonata First Impressions; Audience Questions | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #238
The 2020 Hyundai Sonata joins our test fleet and we discuss the redesigned car's bold new styling, the role sedans play in a market dominated by…
Best Autos Moments of the Decade | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #236
As we wrap up the final days of 2019, we look back on our favorite moments of the last ten years: our favorite vehicles of the…
2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA Test Results; 2019 Automotive Naughty & Nice List | Talking Cars #235
We have completed testing on Mercedes' 4-door coupe (or is it a sedan?), the 2020 CLA, and discuss whether its lower price makes it worthy…
2019 LA Auto Show: 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport | Consumer Reports
The all-new Atlas Cross Sport is Volkswagen’s stylish take on the Atlas, its large three-row SUV. With seating for five, the Cross Sport shares many…
2019 LA Auto Show: 2020 Buick Encore GX | Consumer Reports
The name may be familiar, but the 2020 Buick Encore GX is an all-new SUV that comes with a new three cylinder powertrain. It’s equipped…
BMW M850i & Bentley Bentayga Review; FCA/Peugeot Merger | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #228
We recently rented two very expensive cars to try out at our test track: the 2019 BMW M850i, and the 2020 Bentley Bentayga. While these high-end…
2020 Kia Telluride Quick Drive | Consumer Reports
The 2020 Kia Telluride is an impressive competitor in the three-row SUV segment. Reasonably priced, this family hauler delivers a refined driving experience, luxurious cabin,…
2019 Volkswagen Arteon Quick Drive | Consumer Reports
The Volkswagen Arteon is a stylish sedan that offers drivers a near luxury experience. In addition to standard safety gear, the Arteon has a huge…
2020 Subaru Legacy Quick Drive | Consumer Reports
The redesigned 2020 Subaru Legacy is more refined than ever. While the exterior looks the same, the available 2.4-liter turbo four-cylinder engine will certainly grab…
2020 Kia Soul Quick Drive | Consumer Reports
The fully updated Kia Soul gets improved fuel economy and advanced safety features. With a spacious cabin, nimble handling, and a capable powertrain, this boxy…
2019 Audi A8 Quick Drive | Consumer Reports
The Audi A8 is one of the most impressive cars CR has ever tested. Its smooth and powerful drivetrain, serene ride, super comfortable seats, and…