2008 Car Reviews

This is the bargain BMW? more

You can toss it into turns at sporting speeds, and come out the other end with a roar. more

If you just want a fast car yet don't want to spend a ton of money, the 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z51 makes a lot of sense. more

It's no sports car, but the Mazda5 has enough 'zoom-zoom' mixed with practicality to keep us entertained. more

If you want the taller seating position and all-wheel drive that SUVs are famous for, this Kia Sportage isn't a bad choice. more

The exterior design is downright voluptuous, which is exactly what a Buick should be. more

It is snug as a bug with the top up, and what's not to love about wheeling around in a BMW convertible with the top opened to a perfect sunny afternoon? more

Ford has greatly improved the Mercury Mariner (and its twin, the Ford Escape) in the last two years, concentrating on the styling for 2008 and the mechanicals for 2009. more

For those who want to arrive at point B in comfort, the Avalon's relaxed demeanor makes it great for surviving the suburbs and rush-hour freeways. more

Can driving a hybrid really save you money over a conventional small car? We run the numbers on five popular small cars and the Toyota Prius. more

A car with 500 horsepower and ten cylinders under the hood has an undeniable allure. more

Pratt & Miller offers up an alternative to Chevy's Corvette ZR1. For more than double the money. more

Buyers of the base Impreza are likely looking at the car as a way to get four-wheel-drive capability in an economy car, and to us, $17,737 is a pretty fair price. more

The Toyota Yaris has suddenly become a hot seller thanks to its excellent fuel economy and solid Toyota build quality. more

Expensive gas is today's black cloud of despair for motorists, but there is a ray of light shining through the gloom. more