MotorMouths

For the all-new 2011 Ford Explorer the emphasis is on-pavement excellence. The new Explorer addresses demands for much better fuel economy, a gentler ride, higher overall quality, more safety and electronics.

A proven best-seller in Europe, the Fiesta packs value and features in abundance. Now packaged for U.S. sales, the Fiesta is remarkably roomy and nabs 40 mpg on the freeway.

If the Fiesta’s excellent fuel economy, technical competency and many features aren’t enough for you, we think the price tag will seal the deal.

A proven best-seller in Europe, the Fiesta packs value and features in abundance. Now packaged for U.S. sales, the Fiesta is remarkably roomy and nabs 40 mpg on the freeway.

With its new V6, the 2011 Mustang is distinctly more agile and precise, not to mention more powerful than its predecessors.

Because of near-rabid enthusiast interest in the 5.0-liter, expect mostly GT sales at first. But the V6 offers more performance than many will ask for, can be outfitted with all the comfort and style features, and costs less to purchase, license, insure and feed.

Ford completes its years-long Mustang makeover with superb new V6 and V8 engines and 6-speed transmissions. Accompanying chassis tweaks and new electronics confirm the Mustang as a mainstream sportster for adults.

While it is one potent beast, the 2013 GT500 is also more livable and drivable than ever before. SVT has improved this steed in every way.

The 2012 Honda CR-V has the feel of a passenger car and the function of a minivan, with a mix of proven mechanicals, perfect sizing, reasonable feature content and affordable pricing.

Functionally the Infiniti M series fulfills all needs; it’s a sweet-driving, powerful luxury sedan. Probably its biggest drawback is in perceived status.

Functionally the Infiniti M series fulfills all needs; it’s a sweet-driving, powerful luxury sedan. Probably its biggest drawback is in perceived status, something only a blue-and-white or three-pointed-star logo seems to cure.

Above all, the QX is about providing luxurious transportation for four, with room for more on occasion plus plenty of gear. In fact, it excels at this.