Thane Peterson

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

7.2 out of 10
Critic's Review History

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

82

The highest score
awarded by this critic is:

93

The lowest score
awarded by this critic is:

63

2010 Porsche Panamera

05/18/10
93
100

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Thane Peterson Thane Peterson 7.2 out of 10 2010 Porsche Panamera
Sedan

If I could give the 2010 Porsche Panamera more than five stars, I would. Porsche purists may disagree but the new Panamera sedan is a winning combination of luxury and performance.

2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost

05/25/10
92
100

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

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Thane Peterson Thane Peterson 7.2 out of 10 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost
Sedan

The Ghost has most of the luxuries of the Phantom, but is smaller, speedier, less expensive, and a tad less ostentatious. It will make more people dream of owning a Rolls-Royce.

2011 Porsche Boxster

07/08/10
90
100

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

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Thane Peterson Thane Peterson 7.2 out of 10 2011 Porsche Boxster
Convertible

The Boxster Spyder is a blast to drive but the Boxster S is so good that only obsessive driving enthusiasts are likely to be able to discern the difference. My heart says to go with the Spyder with a stick shift, my head says go with the Boxster S with a PDK.

2010 BMW 7 Series

03/09/10
89
100

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

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Thane Peterson Thane Peterson 7.2 out of 10 2010 BMW 7 Series
Sedan

The 2010 BMW 750Li with xDrive offers the luxury and legroom of a limo but the power and handling of a, well, BMW. This flagship luxury sedan is much improved, especially if you live in the snowbelt.

2010 Acura ZDX

09/29/09
89
100

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

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Thane Peterson Thane Peterson 7.2 out of 10 2010 Acura ZDX
SUV/Truck

The 2010 Acura ZDX crossover may be pricey but it offers style, practicality, finesse, power, and rakish good looks.

2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

08/26/08
87
100

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

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Thane Peterson Thane Peterson 7.2 out of 10 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
Coupe

Buying an ‘09 ZR1 is likely to be tough, unless you’re willing to pay a substantial premium. The best idea is probably to put in your order now on a 2010 and hope to get one for list price.

2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI

06/09/09
86
100

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

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Thane Peterson Thane Peterson 7.2 out of 10 2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI
Sedan

VW’s new Jetta TDI is quicker and sportier and handles better than most hybrids, yet its $23,000 starting sticker puts it in the same price class as the 2010 Prius and Insight.

2010 Cadillac SRX

01/12/10
85
100

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

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Thane Peterson Thane Peterson 7.2 out of 10 2010 Cadillac SRX
SUV/Truck

Cadillac’s successful new SRX crossover offers bold styling and plenty of power—but fancy options quickly drive up the bargain base price

2010 Chevrolet Equinox

10/28/09
83
100

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

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Thane Peterson Thane Peterson 7.2 out of 10 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
SUV/Truck

The 2010 Equinox is a classy, well-designed compact SUV that actually gets better mileage than the Honda CR-V, Toyota Rav4, Ford Escape, and Kia Sorento. That’s right: It’s a Chevy that beats even the Asian competition in fuel economy.

2011 Hyundai Sonata

05/04/10
83
100

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

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Thane Peterson Thane Peterson 7.2 out of 10 2011 Hyundai Sonata
Sedan

The front-wheel drive Sonata, Hyundai’s best-selling U.S. model, is bigger, quicker, more sophisticated, and more fuel-efficient than the model it’s replacing.

2010 Lexus RX Hybrid

03/30/10
83
100

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

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Thane Peterson Thane Peterson 7.2 out of 10 2010 Lexus RX Hybrid
SUV/Truck

Most people can buy a hybrid RX450h instead of a conventional gasoline-powered RX 350 without giving up anything—whether it be money, convenience, or performance.

2010 Cadillac CTS

12/15/09
83
100

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

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Thane Peterson Thane Peterson 7.2 out of 10 2010 Cadillac CTS
Wagon

If you’re into refined good looks and sporty driving, test out the new Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon. It’s a sweet-handling alternative to SUVs and crossover vehicles.

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