First drive

Audi’s sleek, striking A7 has long held prime real estate in my dream garage, and the redesigned 2019 model solidifies that spot: Its just-right blend of elegance and excitement has been enhanced by the user-friendly multimedia system it so sorely lacked.

Cadillac’s smallest new SUV packs a well-rounded and accommodating vehicle into a tidy package, but the XT4 suffers teething pains in the form of a numb brake pedal and early transmission problems.

More spacious, luxurious and comfortable than ever, the latest BMW X5 continues to focus more on luxury than a sporty driving experience.

If you look around the 2019 Honda Civic lineup, there are some closely priced options that offer a better driving experience than the new Sport trim.

Redesigned for 2019, the Mazda3 doubles down on its roots as a car for drivers, not passengers.

With the updates to the 2019 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350, we’re starting to use phrases like “best Mustang ever made,” and it’s not just empty hyperbole.

Bigger, more spacious and more luxurious than ever, the new G-Wagen is an excellent update to a global icon.

It's hard to follow a legend like the '90s-era Toyota Supra, but the all-new 2020 Supra is a thrilling new entrant in the sports car class.

The CX-5 moves oh so close to premium with a new engine option and two fancier trim levels, but falls short due to the multimedia system’s lack of polish and a not-quite-premium ride.

The 2019 Nissan Maxima has always appealed as more of a budget luxury sedan than a traditional full-sizer. As consumer interest in both groups wanes, however, so does the case for the Maxima.