Honda Insight Hybrid

The Honda Insight is that other hybrid



The Honda Insight weighs in at 2,700 pounds, susceptible to being tossed around on the highway during windy days.

Honda Insight

Type: Five-passenger, gas-electric compact hybrid
Price: $19,800*
Engine: 1.3-liter inline four-cylinder engine with 10 kilowatt electric motor
Transmission: Continuously variable transmission
Power: 98 horsepower, 123 pound-feet torque
EPA gas mileage: 40 mpg city / 43 mpg highway
*Does not include $670 shipping
Source: Kelley Blue Book and Honda Motor Co.

Report Card

Exterior: Good. Wedge shape and little wheels give the Insight a clean, modern look but nothing original.
Interior: Excellent. Dual tier instrument panel easy to read, quality materials and nice layout combine form and function.
Performance: Good. Fun to drive around town with spirited pickup and excellent handling characteristics. But slightly underpowered engine and light body works against the Insight on the highway, where it feels less stable than traditional gas-only compacts.
Safety: Excellent. Electronic stability control, crumple zones and full set of air bags.
Pros: High overall mileage and low price make this a nice daily driver.
Cons: Gets tossed around on windy days and engine feels underpowered.

Overall: ***

Grading scale
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Though the dash seems overdone with silver plastic trim, it packs in lots of features, like an optional navigation system, Bluetooth connectivity and climate control.



The front seats are nicely bolstered, improving an already comfortable and well-crafted interior despite the vehicle's diminutive size.



The 60/40 folding second row provides 31.5 cubic feet of open storage. Folded up, it provides enough space to fit three adults in a jam.

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Volkswagen Passat CC

Passat CC is a grown-up luxury car



Volkswagen's Passat CC can hit 60 mph from a standstill in under 7 seconds, which will bring a smile to the driver's inner child.

Type
Four-passenger front or all-wheel drive sports sedan/coupe
Starting price: $27,100
Engine
2-liter turbocharged four-cylinder
3.6-liter V-6
Power
2-liter: 200 hp; 207 pound-feet torque
3.6-liter: 280 hp; 265 pound-feet torque
Transmission
2-liter: six-speed manual or six-speed automatic
3.6-liter: six-speed automatic
EPA mileage
2-liter: manual: 21 mpg city / 31 mpg highway; automatic: 19 mpg city / 29 mpg highway
3.6-liter: 17 mpg city / 25 mpg highway

Report Card

Exterior : Excellent. Low-riding body and sloping roof make this car look nearly as fast as it is. Every piece meticulously sculpted.
Interior: Excellent. Leather-bound seats and aluminum trim makes the front look nearly as comfortable as the second row, which includes a center stack.
Performance: Good. Sharp acceleration and excellent handling makes the CC a blast around town and on the highway.
Safety : Excellent. Six air bags including front, front thorax and side curtain air bags for all passengers. The CC also includes standard electronic stability control, yaw control, brake assist and electronic locking differential.
Pros: A fun car that denotes luxury at a much more affordable price.
Cons : If you want to carry more than four people it, they won't fit.

Overall: *** 1/2

Grading scale
**** Excellent
*** Good
** Fair
* Poor



Behind the wheel, the Passat CC feels like a high-end luxury car, but the price tag comes in at thousands less.



The Passat CC's rear row is spacious and comfortable for two passengers, and features a center console for storage.


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Jaguar XF Premium

Jaguar XF Premium, sedan just oozes luxury

Type: Five-passenger luxury sports sedan
Price: $56,150
Engine: 5-liter V-8
Horsepower: 385
Torque: 380 pound-feet
Transmission: Six-speed automatic
EPA gas mileage: 16 mpg city / 23 mpg highway
Dimensions (inches):
Wheel base: 114.5
Length: 195.3
Width: 80.8
Height: 57.5
Steering:
Turning radius : 37.7 feet
Interior dimensions (inches):
Front/rear
Head room: 39/37.6
Leg room: 41.5/36.6
Shoulder room: 56.8/56.3
Trunk space: 17.7 cubic feet
Weight: 4,067 pounds
Fuel tank: 18.4 gallons
Source: Kelley Blue Book

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The Ford Fusion

A 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine powers the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The model also includes electric power assisted steering to help decrease strain on the engine.



The hybrid's exclusive Smart Gauge coaches drivers to achieve better fuel economy.

Report Card

Exterior: Excellent: New power dome hood and cleaner lines on the exterior give the Fusion a more athletic look.
Interior: Excellent. Upgrades in material and thoughtful placement of instruments create a comfortable and exciting interior. Sync still reigns supreme for voice-operated infotainment systems.
Performance: Excellent. No matter what model you pick, the Fusion offers a spirited ride and excellent handling.
Safety: Excellent: Electronic stability control, full set of air bags and other safety features make this midsize sedan one of the safest on the road.
Pros: Good looking, affordable midsize sedan stands out in a crowded segment.
Cons: The addition of the Sport model makes the 3-liter V-6 less desirable.

Fusion: ****
Fusion Sport: *** 1/2
Fusion Hybrid: ****

Grading Scale
**** Excellent *** Good
** Fair * Poor

Fusion family

Fusion	Fusion Sport	Fusion Hybrid
Starting Price	$19,270	$25,825	$27,270
Engine	2.5-liter I-4	3.5-liter V-6	2.5-liter I-436 mpg highway

The Ford Fusion Sport includes the infotainment system Sync, which continues to improve its capabilities.



A 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine powers the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The model also includes electric power assisted steering to help decrease strain on the engine.



From new seats to an unobtrusive blind spot detection system mounted on the outside mirrors, the new Fusions are ready to ride.







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Audi A8W12

executive luxury with heart of a sports car

Type: Four- or five-passenger, all-wheel drive luxury sedan
Price: $122,625
Engine: 6-liter V-12
Horsepower: 450
Torque: 428-pound-feet
Transmission: Six-speed automatic
EPA gas mileage: 13 mpg city / 19 mpg highway

Dimensions (inches):
Wheelbase: 121
Length: 204.4
Width: 79.6
Height: 57.3
Curb weight: 4,729 pounds
Steering: Variable speed power-assisted rack-and-pinion
Turning circle: 41.7 feet
Suspension: Air suspension struts at all four wheels
Brakes: Dual circuit brake system with diagonal split

Interior (inches)
Front / rear
Legroom: 41.3 / 42.3
Head room: 37.4 / 38.3
Shoulder room: 59.1 / 57.5
Interior volume: 52.8 cubic feet / 54 cubic feet
Trunk: 14.6 cubic feet

Performance numbers:
0-60 mpg: 5 seconds
Top speed: 130 mpg (electronically limited)
Warranty Information:
Basic: 4-year/50,000 miles
Powertrain: 4-year/50,000 mile
Corrosion: 12 years
Roadside assistance: 4 years

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