Like a mixed breed mongrel that one might adopt from their local SPCA, the Venza isn't a pure-bread of any particular breed yet it makes a terrific family automobile, much like the beloved mongrel makes an outstanding family pet thanks to its combination of pleasing mixed-breed traits.

It has to be admitted: I have an abnormal love affair with the Mazda MX-5. Not for the convertible roof, long history or even the stand-out (albeit bubbly) styling. Beauty is on the inside, they say. And boy, is it ever. In many regards, this is a perfect sports car: very fun to drive, very easy on fuel, quick, nimble and racetrack-ready.

Toyota Rav4, enters a new era. For the first time, the compact crossover will be available in front-wheel drive models.

They're big, brash and in your face. At 22-inches, the gleaming optional 10-spoke chrome wheels on the Edge Sport are the largest wheels ever offered on a crossover, and may very well be the largest wheels available on any stock production SUV regardless of manufacturer.

2009 MITSUBISHI GALANT STYLING | [7 out of 10] Edmunds: "stylish in a contemporary way" Automobile Magazine: "don't expect the neighborhood kids to follow you home" Cars.com: "looks much cleaner than the overwrought Mazda " The 2009 Mitsubishi Galant hasn't seen a major redesign in more than five years, according to reviews from ...
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2009 MERCEDES-BENZ GL-CLASS STYLING | [9 out of 10] Cars.com: "a work of sculpted muscularity" ConsumerGuide: "unique front-end experience" Car and Driver: "all kinds of manly with broad-shouldered looks" The 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class stands out with its muscular but refined style and well-designed interior. The Detroit News ...
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