MotorMouths

If you manage to get earth-shifting torque out of your system and drive gently, you’ll find the Porsche Cayenne surprisingly relaxing. It’s comfortable and roomy— not to mention quiet.

Driven spiritedly in snow, the Panamera’s AWD system doesn’t necessarily work towards maximum traction— but rather, maximum driver involvement, entertainment and confidence. Driven gently, it seamlessly transitions from surface to surface in any sort of weather.

For those with the means to drop seventy-plus large on a second or third car, the new Z4 sDrive35i is easy to sum up. It puts what’s arguably the segment’s most beautiful drivetrain into one of its most striking and elegant bodies.

Lexus has made a number of welcomed improvements to a machine that needed few. The RX Hybrid should prove favorable to new hybrid shoppers, or existing owners looking to upgrade.

The Volkswagen GTI mightn’t sound like the sixties or doburnouts down half a quarter mile track, but where everyday sports car liveability is concerned, it’s virtually untouchable. If you’re after an uncompromised sports car for everyday use, it starts to make plenty of sense.

The long-lived rawness and gristle that have defined Mustang for decades are still largely present, and the improvements have once again bettered the car while leaving its soul and character very much intact.

If you’re an existing X5 owner looking to upgrade to a newer model, you’ll feel right at home with the new X5. BMW says you’ll experience unmatched performance bang for your gasoline buck, too.

The Mazda6 and Subaru Legacy are likely the biggest threats in the dynamics department—though comparing the Kizashi’s handling to that of the Accord or Camry is like comparing the athleticism of a ninja assassin to a golfer.

The Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon is more than worthy of the premium wagon shopper’s attention. It’s got machines like the A4 Avant and its European buddies right in its xenon-illuminated sights.

The Nissan Altima Coupe hits hard where uniqueness, heritage, performance and, perhaps surprisingly, fuel economy are concerned. After all, nothing says a fast performance coupe can’t be a little sensible, too.

The 2011 Sonata GLS excels in virtually all aspects relating to functionality, style, equipment and efficiency. It should be considered a must-drive by anyone considering a new family sedan in its price range.

Visually, the Ford Taurus SHO doesn’t make much of a fuss about its twin-turbo engine, high performance goodies and ultra high-tech gadgets. But it absolutely rips when drivers drop the hammer.