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2013 Buick Encore FWD Review By John Heilig

2013 Buick Encore FWD Review By John Heilig

THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig The Auto Channel 2013 BUICK ENCORE REVIEW The Bottom Line First: This isn’t your father’s Buick. The Encore is one of the more practical small cars/CUVs. Its quirky styling belies its practicality. The economy should be even better considering the Encore’s relatively small en ... Continue reading

2013 Nissan Leaf Review By John Heilig

2013 Nissan Leaf Review By John Heilig

THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig Mid-Atlantic Bureau The Auto Channel REVIEW: 2013 Nissan Leaf The Bottom Line First: The Nissan Leaf is an incredible vehicle. It is silent on the road, had very good performance, great economy and it’s comfortable. Model: 2013 Nissan Leaf SL 80 kw synchronous electric motor Horsepower ... Continue reading

2013 Toyota Prius c Three Review | By John Heilig

2013 Toyota Prius c Three Review | By John Heilig

THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig Mid-Atlantic Bureau The Auto Channel The Bottom Line First: The 2013 Toyota Prius c Three is the smallest of the growing Prius family of hybrids. It is also the most economical I have driven with a test economy of 52.5 mpg. Yet almost nothing is lost in the reduced size, as it still has exc ... Continue reading

2013 Lexus GS 450h Review By John Heilig

2013 Lexus GS 450h Review By John Heilig

THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig Mid-Atlantic Bureau The Auto Channel Model: 2013 Lexus GS 450h Engine: 3.5-liter DOHC V6 Horsepower/Torque: 286 hp @ 6,000 rpm, Electric BHP, 180 (338 total hp) /254 lb.-ft. @ 4,600 rpm Transmission: Electronic CVT Wheelbase: 112.2 in. Length x Width x Height: 190.7 x 72.4 x 57.3 in. Tires: ... Continue reading

2014 Chevrolet Impala Road Test and Review By John Heilig

2014 Chevrolet Impala Road Test and Review By John Heilig

THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig Model: 2014 Chevrolet Impala LTZ (long test) Engine: 3.6-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 300 hp @ 6,800 rpm/262 lb.-ft. @ 5,300 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 110.5 in. Length x Width x Height: 200.4 x 72.9 x 58.7 in. Tires: P245/45R19 Cargo: 18.6 cu. ft. ... Continue reading

2014 BMWi3 EV Introduction From John Heilig

2014 BMWi3 EV Introduction From John Heilig

THE AUTO PAGE REVIEW By John Heilig Model: 2014 BMW i3 Engine: Synchronous electric motor Horsepower/Torque: 170 hp/184 lb.-ft. torque Transmission: Automatic Wheelbase: 101.2 in. Length x Width x Height: 157.4 x 69.9 x 62.1 in. Tires: P155/70R19 Cargo: 10 cu. ft. ... Continue reading

2013 Chevrolet Suburban 4WD LTE Review By John Heilig

2013 Chevrolet Suburban 4WD LTE Review By John Heilig

Review 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 4WD LTE Engine: 5.3-liter V8 Horsepower/Torque: 320 hp @ 5,400 rpm/335 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 130.0 in. Length x Width x Height: 222.4 x 79.1 x 76.8 in. Tires: P275/55R20 Cargo: 45.8/90.0/137.4 cu. in. ... Continue reading

2014 Chevrolet Impala Review By John Heilig

2014 Chevrolet Impala Review By John Heilig

THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig Model: 2014 Chevrolet Impala Engine: 3.6-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 305 hp @ 6,800 rpm/264 lb.-ft. @ 5,300 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 111.7 in. Length x Width x Height: 201.3 x 73.0 x 58.9 in. Tires: P245/40R20 Cargo: 18.8 cu. ft. ... Continue reading

2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Review By John Heilig

2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Review By John Heilig

THE AUTO PAGE REVIEWS By John Heilig 2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited a car that’s close to ideal. Reviewed Vehicle : 2013 Hyundai Sonata Model: 2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Engine: 2.4-liter Atkinson Cycle I4 Horsepower/Torque: 159 hp @ 5,500 rpm/154 lb.-ft. @ 4,500 rpm (199 combined hp) Transmission: 6-s ... Continue reading

2013 Kia Soul! Review By John Heilig

2013 Kia Soul! Review By John Heilig

THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig Model: 2013 Kia Soul! Engine: 2.0-liter I4 Horsepower/Torque: 164 hp @ 6,200 rpm/151 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 101.2 in. Length x Width x Height: 163.0x 70.9 x 63.4 in. Tires: P235/45R18 Cargo: 24.2 cu. ft. ... Continue reading

High-Content 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT Review By Steve Purdy

High-Content 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT Review By Steve Purdy

2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT A High-Content Compact Hatchback Review By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau The story of this new Hyundai Elantra GT is the story of content – amazing content for the price. Think of this: a highly styled compact hatchback with high-mileage powertrain, panoramic sunroof, beaut ... Continue reading

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS (7 Passenger) FWD Review By John Heilig

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS (7 Passenger) FWD Review By John Heilig

THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig Model: 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS FWD Engine: 3.3-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 290 hp m@ 6,400 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic with Shiftronic Wheelbase: 110.2 in. Length x Width x Height: 193.1 x 74.2 x 66.9 in. Tires: P235/60R18 Cargo: 40.9/80.0 cu. ft. (rear seat up/down) Economy: 18 m ... Continue reading

2013 Kia Optima SX Review By John Heilig

2013 Kia Optima SX Review By John Heilig

THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig The Auto Channel June 15, 2013 Model: 2013 Kia Optima SX Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged 4 Horsepower/Torque: 274 hp @ 6,000 rpm/209 lb.-ft. @ 4,500 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters Wheelbase: 110.0 in. Length x Width x Height: 190.7 x 72.1 x 57.3 in. Tires: P225/45R1 ... Continue reading

2013 Lincoln MKZ AWD Review By John Heilig

2013 Lincoln MKZ AWD Review By John Heilig

THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig Model: 2013 Lincoln MKZ AWD Engine: 2.0-liter EcoBoost I4 Horsepower/Torque: 240 hp @ 5,500 rpm/270 lb.-ft. @ 3,000 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 112.2 in. Length x Width x Height: 194.1 x 83.3 x 58.2 in. Tires: P245/40R19 Cargo: 15.4 cu. ft. ... Continue reading

2013 Infiniti JX 35 AWD Review By John Heilig

2013 Infiniti JX 35 AWD Review By John Heilig

THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig Model: 2013 Infiniti JX 35 AWD Engine: 3.5-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 265 hp @ 6,400 rpm/248 lb.-ft. @4,400 rpm Transmission: CVT Wheelbase: 114.2 in. Length x Width x Height: 196.4 x 77.2 x 67.8 in. Tires: P235/55R20 Cargo: 15.8 cu. ft. ... Continue reading

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