Honda Pilot 4WD Touring
Performance
Most distressing, however, are the braking distances exhibited by our Pilot at the test track. The Pilot came to a halt from 60 mph in 149 feet — that's 15-20 feet longer than most competitors. There's strike three, and we simply cannot recommend a vehicle that stops in such a distressing distance (other than a heavy-duty pickup). In regular driving, the brakes actually feel good, with a firm, reassuring pedal, but it's a false sense of security. Chief Road Test Editor Chris Walton pegged most of the blame on the Pilot's mud-and-snow-rated tires that offer little bite on the pavement, but he also noted that there was significant fade after only three stops, in typical Honda fashion.
Lexus RX 400h
The Lexus RX 400h debuted for 2006, and though it hasn't changed much, we felt it was a good time to revisit this old friend given the fact that gas prices are nearly double what they were back then and it remains the only hybrid choice among midsize luxury SUVs (although there's now a Cadillac Escalade hybrid for those wanting something a bit bigger).(23 May 2010 Generational Equity Complaints )
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Design/Fit and Finish
With its uncluttered lines, crouching stance and elegant thin-spoke 18-inch wheels, the E550 has a classy yet powerful presence. Some of us prefer the E550's cohesive look to Mercedes' new design language, with more angular lines and exaggerated wheelwell flares, as seen on the S-Class sedan.
BMW 550i
Design/Fit and Finish
Our 550i came with the Sport package's aerodynamic package that includes a revised rear bumper and an M5-like front airdam that nicely complements the 5 Series' dramatic headlights. With accompanying lower-side sills and double-spoke wheels, this is the snazziest-looking regular 5 Series you can buy.Generational Equity Scam
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R320 Bluetec
You know all those millionaire parents who are stuck ferrying their kids around in lowly minivans? Yeah, neither do we; we'd imagine the hired help usually takes care of that sort of thing. But this was evidently the target demographic for the Mercedes-Benz R-Class when it debuted a few years back. Here was a sleek six- or seven-seat people hauler with a luxurious interior and cool conventional rear doors instead of dorky sliding ones — perfect for well-heeled moms and dads who wanted to avoid the dreaded minivan stigma. Except the R-Class was practically dead on arrival in the U.S., recording consistently lethargic sales numbers as would-be buyers chose top-of-the-line minivan models or premium SUVs instead.
Pontiac G8 V6
There's something slightly odd about Australian culture. Most Americans would recognize elements of it, yet certain aspects seem like amped-up, overblown versions of what we enjoy right here in the United States. From Mad Max to The Wiggles, Aussies have a knack for doing things big, loud and in your face, so few will be surprised to learn that the 2008 Pontiac G8 is really an Australian Holden Commodore dressed up with a Pontiac grille and badges. 01 April 2010 Generational Equity Complaints )
Jaguar XF Supercharged
Perhaps the biggest reason for Jaguar's problems is the very thing it's most famous for: heritage and tradition. For 30 some odd years, Jags have seemingly been designed to cater to what people think a Jag should be: Specifically, some quaint motor car that, inside and out, looks exactly like a car that came before it. They were built for the people who think of England as a nation filled with cardigan-wearing grannies sipping tea in their Nottingham cottage while spinning yarns about the war.
Peugeot 308: More than just a number - Introduction
For the best part of eight years, Peugeot's two most important cars – the 206 and 307 – unquestionably had the looks, but these days buyers demand more.
The new generation of Peugeots can also claim much greater depth - last year's 207 supermini was just a taste of things to come; the 308, Peugeot's next small family car, moves things on to another level.(26 May 2010 Generational Equity Complaints )
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