First Impressions
As soon as the test cars arrive, we can't wait to get behind the wheel and give viewers a first impression of the latest vehicles to hit the MotorWeek lot.
Most Recent First Impressions
2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Episode 3730
The 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a bold move. The name of a sport coupe with a more than 20-year run… is now on a crossover utility. Still, they seem to be following the same recipe: an enjoyable and affordable driving experience with standout styling. Size wise, the Eclipse Cross slides in…
2019 Jeep Cherokee Episode 3728
The 2019 Jeep Cherokee is the latest edition of a true SUV pioneering name. In fact, it was the boxy 4-door 1984 XJ Cherokee that started the trend of SUVs becoming a family staple. But when the current gen KL Cherokee arrived for 2014, there was an uproar among Jeep purists who saw their full-framed…
2018 Jaguar E-Pace Episode 3727
Destination Corsica, France! Where Jaguar’s second SUV, the new, compact sized, 2018 E-Pace, prowls the curves of this Mediterranean island. It’s 2.0 liter inline-4 turbo petrol engine pumps out 296-horses. Enough to easily sprint up the mountain with a confident shifting ZF 9-speed automatic. We…
2018 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Episode 3727
Honda’s triple charge for clean air is complete with the 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid sedan. It joins the Clarity Electric and Clarity Fuel Cell we tested earlier. The Plug-In Hybrid’s electric drive has a 47-mile EV range. Only 5 miles less than the smaller Chevrolet Volt. We found a near…
2018 Buick Regal Sportback Episode 3725
Buick is taking more steps in stepping back from being a sedan brand, and stepping up to 5-door versatility. But, we’re not talking about more crossovers. Rather, it’s about the legendary Regal nameplate. Out is the 4-door Regal sedan we knew, and in is this 2018 Buick Regal Sportback. Yes, it is a…
2018 Infiniti QX80 Episode 3725
A rising economy with low gas prices is fueling a resurgence of full-size, full-frame SUVs, especially in the luxury market. Now add in a head turning new Lincoln Navigator, and it’s a perfect time to freshen the 2018 Infiniti QX80. Most of the changes are on the longer front end, with a taller, less…
2018 smart fortwo cabrio electric drive Episode 3725
2018 marks two milestones for Mercedes-Benz’s smart brand. These funky microcars have been on sale in the U.S. for 10-years, and this is also the year smart goes all-electric. So, in San Diego, we dropped the top of this 2018 smart fortwo electric cabrio. The rear mounted electric motor generates 80…
2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo Episode 3723
In the spirit of making incremental improvements to exceptional cars, comes the 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo. We’ve already driven the second gen hybridized turbo Panamera… and the “shooting brake styled” Sport Turismo. This Panamera combines the best of both. A thunderous 680…
2019 Volvo XC40 Episode 3723
The Swedes have dealt their third hand… and it’s a strong one… the 2019 Volvo XC40. Following the midsize XC60 and full-on XC90, Volvo has completely redesigned their SUV lineup in an amazingly short amount of time… just 4 model years. As the newcomer, the XC40 strives to keep the same design cues as…
2018 Ford Mustang Episode 3721
American’s original pony car has made hoof beats for more than half a century. Now in its 6-th generation, the 2018 Ford Mustang gets a mid-cycle refresh that’s more than mild. Yes, there are the usual styling tweaks, like a lower hood that’s certainly more aggressive than the 20-15 redesign. Back…