Glovebox Notes: New Car Reviews
![]() | 2012 Nissan Murano SL AWD crossover Nissan calls the SL "The Premium Crafted Crossover," and it is very well-crafted, indeed. It's a nearly effortless driver. Higher priced than a Toyota Highlander or Honda Pilot, but better equipped an...[read more] Overall Experience: | Chad Tyson |
![]() | 2012 Chrysler 200 Touring convertible The 200 is leaps and bounds ahead of the base-level Chrysler convertibles of the past, but the overall result is still mediocre. But the 200 is the lowest-priced four-seater convertible in its segment...[read more] Overall Experience: | Chad Tyson |
![]() | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover This is the perfect 4-wheel-drive truck — hidden behind tons of luxury features and finish — for the outdoors person who wants to travel in impressive style. I would religiously keep to the mainte...[read more] Overall Experience: | Chester Allen |
![]() | 2012 Infiniti G37 IPL coupe The aggressive exterior details clue you in to this luxury Japanese sports car’s performance aspirations. It offers a generous helping of both style and substance, but the balance clearly tips towar...[read more] Overall Experience: | Tony Piff |
![]() | 2012 Cadillac SRX AWD Performance Collection It’s hard to pin down problems with the SRX that aren’t problems with the entire crossover genre. There are contradictions everywhere. The 308-hp V6 makes a beautiful sound, but it’s lugging aro...[read more] Overall Experience: | Bryan Wolfe |
![]() | 2012 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Limited 4-dr sedan The 2.5-liter boxer engine produces enough power to briskly weave through town, all the while enjoying mpgs in the mid-20s. One point that constantly bothered me while driving — why did Subaru inves...[read more] Overall Experience: | Chad Tyson |
![]() | 2012 Dodge Charger SRT8 I own a similar 2006 Charger SRT8, and switching back and forth between the two really underlined the new car’s improvements. I would’ve given this five stars across the board, but the fuel mileag...[read more] Overall Experience: | Jim Pickering |
| 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4X4 A great choice for off-roading adventures. But it's likely too much if you plan on staying in town most of the time. If you're after rugged looks and trail abilities in your daily driver, with enough ...[read more] Overall Experience: | Marc Emerson | |
![]() | 2012 Nissan Rogue SV AWD The Rogue is no doubt a competent player in the entry-level crossover market, but better bargains are available. As tested price of $27,920 was stratospheric compared to the lower end spectrum. The ba...[read more] Overall Experience: | Chad Tyson |
![]() | 2012 Infiniti FX35 AWD A thoroughly modern luxury crossover. The 2012 Infiniti FX35 will appeal to well heeled shoppers looking for a smallish SUV with no shortage of luxe styling cues inside and out. On modern highways den...[read more] Overall Experience: | Tony Piff |













