Sam Mitani

Owners of the new
cars reviewed by this
critic give him/her
an overall credibility
rating of:

7.4 out of 10
Critic's Review History

In their published
reviews, this critic awards
an average score of:

87

The highest score
awarded by this critic is:

92

The lowest score
awarded by this critic is:

83

2011 Audi A8

03/14/10
92
100

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Sam Mitani Sam Mitani 7.4 out of 10 2011 Audi A8
Sedan

The 2011 A8 is plenty powerful for enthusiasts, and when it becomes available this fall at about $80,000, it’ll definitely get your attention.

2011 Lotus Evora

05/08/09
90
100

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Sam Mitani Sam Mitani 7.4 out of 10 2011 Lotus Evora
Coupe

According to Lotus, the Evora will get to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds and 100 mph in 12.3. It’ll top out at 162 mph. My only complaint? I wish the Toyota engine sounded better.

2009 Hyundai Genesis

04/29/09
89
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Sam Mitani Sam Mitani 7.4 out of 10 2009 Hyundai Genesis
Sedan

Hyundai cleared the fence with the Genesis. The high level of quality, refinement and performance of our top-of-the-line 4.6L V8 sedan amazed everyone.

2011 Infiniti M

11/16/09
88
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Sam Mitani Sam Mitani 7.4 out of 10 2011 Infiniti M
Sedan

The Infiniti M feels so nimble that you forget it’s larger than the current M. Stylish and powerful, the new version has improved in every way.

2011 Audi A8

02/03/10
88
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Sam Mitani Sam Mitani 7.4 out of 10 2011 Audi A8
Sedan

Audi’s new 2011 A8 is a better, more spirited car than the model it replaces, boasting lots of technology and excellent performance.

2010 Nissan 370Z

09/01/09
87
100

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Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Sam Mitani Sam Mitani 7.4 out of 10 2010 Nissan 370Z
Convertible

As quick as the Nissan 370Z Roadster feels off the line and through turns, the car’s raison d’être is cruising. It’s a great way to help extend the summer.

2010 Suzuki Kizashi

10/16/09
84
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Sam Mitani Sam Mitani 7.4 out of 10 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
Sedan

Suzuki has injected the Kizashi with some of the sport usually reserved for their motorcycles. It will definitely make an impact in the marketplace, especially considering that it will start at a base price of around $20,000.

2010 Suzuki Kizashi

10/26/09
83
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Sam Mitani Sam Mitani 7.4 out of 10 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
Sedan

Although the Suzuki Kizashi is hardly the automotive equivalent of the GSX-R, it is the sportiest sedan the company has produced. We were impressed how well it behaved on the road, and its overall look certainly climbs a few rungs on the ladder of sophistication.

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