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| 2013 Toyota Rav4 22-01-2013 By 2013 Toyota Rav4 |
Edmunds.com Review of the 2013 Toyota Rav4
Pros:
Sleek new style; huge cargo space with flat load floor and low load height; comfortable ride; new roof-hinged liftgate.
Cons:
Underwhelming four-cylinder performance; no V6 option.
Safety Features:
Safety & Security
- 4-wheel ABS
- Front and rear head airbags
- Dual front side-mounted airbags
- Child seat anchors
- Emergency braking assist
- Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes
- Rear door child safety locks
- Daytime running lights
- Engine immobilizer
- Auto delay off headlamps
- 2 front headrests
- 3 rear headrests
- Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
- Rear center 3-point belt
- Front seatbelt pretensioners
- Stability control
- Traction control
- Electronic brakeforce distribution
- Front height adjustable headrests
- Rear height adjustable headrests
- Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system
- Driver head restraint whiplash protection system
- Tire pressure monitoring
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| 2013 Chevrolet Impala 12-12-2012 By |
2013 Chevrolet Impala Review (Info from Edmunds.com)
Pros
Simple controls; available six-passenger seating; large trunk; strong and efficient engine.
Cons
Cheap interior materials and construction; lackluster handling; bland styling; generally outpaced by the competition in most respects.
Safety & Security
- 4-wheel ABS
- Front and rear head airbags
- Dual front side-mounted airbags
- Child seat anchors
- Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes
- Rear door child safety locks
- Daytime running lights
- Engine immobilizer
- Auto delay off headlamps
- Dusk sensing headlamps
- 2 front headrests
- 3 rear headrests
- Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
- Rear center 3-point belt
- Front seatbelt pretensioners
- Stability control
- Traction control
- Electronic brakeforce distribution
- Emergency interior trunk release
- Front height adjustable headrests
- Post-collision safety system
- Tire pressure monitoring
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| Edmunds.com Review of the New 2013 Chevrolet Sonic 10-07-2012 By |
What Edmunds Says
With a winning blend of power, comfort and fuel efficiency, the all-new 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is one of the segment's top picks.
Pros
Excellent power and fuel economy from optional turbocharged engine; attractive, livable cabin; crisp handling; low price; top safety scores.
26 city/35 hwy mpg
Cons
The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is an all-new subcompact, available in both sedan and four-door-hatchback configurations. |
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| Edmunds.com Review of the New 2013 Kia Rio 10-07-2012 By |
What Edmunds Says
The 2013 Kia Rio is one of our top picks in the subcompact segment.
Pros
Stylish inside and out; ample standard and optional features; high-quality interior materials on EX and SX; long warranty; strong acceleration; feels bigger than it is.
30 city/40 hwy mpg
Cons
Struggles to meet lofty EPA fuel economy estimates; lacks the ride/handling sophistication of its American rivals. |
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| Edmunds.com Review of the New 2013 Kia Forte 10-07-2012 By |
What Edmunds Says
The 2012 Kia Forte is a bit outclassed by newer competitors, but it still has a lot to offer in terms of value and style.
Pros
Wide variety of body styles; affordable pricing; long warranty; excellent handling in SX trim.
25 city/34 hwy mpg
Cons
Tepid handling except for SX; intrusive road noise; lackluster interior; rear seat short on legroom. |
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| Edmunds.com Review of the New 2013 Hyundai Accent 10-07-2012 By |
What Edmunds Says
Larger, sharper and more fuel-efficient, the redesigned 2012 Hyundai Accent deserves buyer consideration as an affordable, stylish new car.
Pros
Strong engine; plenty of standard and optional features; feels bigger than it is; engaging style inside and out; long warranty.
30 city/40 hwy mpg
Cons
Limited rear visibility in hatchback; competitors offer more options; fuel economy not as good as estimates suggest. |
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| Edmunds.com Review of the New 2013 Ford Fiesta 10-07-2012 By |
What Edmunds Says
The 2013 Ford Fiesta gives economy car shoppers reason to celebrate with its fun-to-drive personality, nicely trimmed cabin, tight build quality and unexpected features.
Pros
Sporty driving dynamics; refined yet lively engine; strong fuel economy; welcoming cabin; available luxury features.
29 city/37 hwy mpg
Cons
Limited cargo and rear-seat space; non-intuitive audio controls; automatic transmission's quirky behavior. |
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| Edmunds.com Review of the New 2013 Fiat 500 10-07-2012 By |
What Edmunds Says
We'll have to wait and see about its reliability, but the 2012 Fiat 500 is yet another stylish subcompact that proves that small can be cool.
Pros
Adorable styling; Sport and Abarth models' capable handling; excellent fuel economy with manual transmission; surprisingly spacious for two people.
30 city/38 hwy mpg
Cons
Cramped front headroom with sunroof; lackluster acceleration; disappointing fuel economy with automatic; convertible's poor top-down visibility; wait-and-see reliability. |
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| Edmunds.com Review of the New 2013 Honda Civic 10-07-2012 By |
What Edmunds Says
The all-new 2012 Honda Civic remains a strong contender in the compact car category, but other new models now effectively match the Civic and threaten its traditional dominance in the marketplace.
Pros
Wide variety of powertrains; comfortable and composed ride; good fuel economy; spacious interior; available coupe body style.
28 city/36 hwy mpg
Cons
Excessive wind noise; cheap interior plastics; busy-looking dash with navigation; small trunks in Hybrid and Natural Gas models. |
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