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Showing posts with label turbo. Show all posts

Thursday, July 30, 2026

THIS LUXURY SPORT SEDAN ALSO HAS TRACK CREDENTIALS.


The expression that “good things come in small packages” could be applied to the Audi RS3. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at this performance vehicle delivered in a luxurious compact 4 door.

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

FROM GERMANY’S BLACK FOREST, A SMALL AND WELL DEVELOPED HYBRID.


The BMW X3 has been around for a few years and now this Sport Activity Vehicle is moving toward alternative power. That is the conclusion Bumper2Bumpertv came to after a week of seat time.

Sunday, September 7, 2025

AN ASIAN BRAND CHALLENGES THE COMPETITION


It wasn’t that long ago that Korean brands were not considered worthy competitors to what was being built and sold by Japanese brands. But that has changed in the small sedan segment as Bumper2Bumpertv explains.

Friday, June 23, 2023

HYUNDAI SANTA FE CALLIGRAPHY STEPS INTO THE UPPER TIER.


The Santa Fe Calligraphy model is a demonstration of what can happen when a reliable crossover steps up its game. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at what is offered in the top of the line Calligraphy model.

Tuesday, May 30, 2023

HOW GRAND IS THE GRAND HIGHLANDER ? A FIRST DRIVE.


With some extra length and width Toyota is literally growing the Highlander platform. Bumper2Bumpertv got some seat time in the Grand Highlander, which has to be one of the largest crossovers ever built by the company.

Wednesday, March 8, 2023

THE MAZDA3 HATCHBACK, STANDING IN THE GAP!


Why should a hatchback get a driver’s attention these days? Bumper2Bumpertv tells us that the Mazda3 version of this platform is both functional and fun.

Tuesday, January 26, 2021

THE MERCEDES E350, A BRIDGE TO BIG TIME LUXURY


Drivers who want a luxury car experience while hedging their financial bets may want to consider the Mercedes E350. From what Bumper2Bumpertv has learned, it is an easy introduction to the luxury sedan segment.

Sunday, August 30, 2020

A TALE OF TWO CROSSOVERS


Small SUV’s or crossover vehicle are a key part of the automotive market these days. So, when one carmaker decided to fill two spaces in that segment it made sure there is a distinct difference between what its brands offer. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at how that worked out.

Sunday, January 12, 2020

A Boxy car with attitude



Can a utilitarian design and mission also be fun in a car? Bumpe2Bumperv thinks the KIA Soul GT Line answers that questions with an emphatic yes!!!

Monday, April 29, 2019

Adding some class to a workhorse, the 2019 Mazda CX5 Signature.



Mainstream auto makers are starting to wander “out of their lanes” with upscale features and technology. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at the latest version of the Mazda CX5 which clearly demonstrates that trend.

Wednesday, March 29, 2017

Kia Soul!!!, a small wagon with attitude.



The compact station wagon segment is not routinely known for performance. But Kia is changing that with the Soul Exclaim as Bumper2Bumpertv recently learned from behind the wheel.

Wednesday, January 18, 2017

FIAT 124 SPIDER, FAMILAIR FRAME DIFFERENT HEART



Fiat has brought the 124 Spider back to life in the North American market. The new version is a combination of FCA technology and the manufacturing capability of Mazda. Bumper2Bumpertv explains

Saturday, November 26, 2016

Volvo XC60, a first look.



The XC60 from Volvo is more than a shrunken down version of the full sized XC90. Bumper2Bumpertv finds it does a lot of things very well in the luxury segment.

Tuesday, November 8, 2016

2017 Sentra SR Turbo First Look



Nissan has once again added some extra punch to the Sentra Compact with a Turbo powered version. Bumper2Bumpertv has a first look at the sedan which is growing some muscles.

Monday, August 10, 2015

It is a lot more than a Golf cart--the GTI by Volkswagen.



One basic platform with a lot of variations. Volkswagen is doing that with the Golf GTI which has been around in one form or another since the late 1980's. Bumper2Bumpertv likes the firebreathing aspects of this version of the vehicle.

Thursday, August 14, 2014

2014 Mazda MX5- Miata



It is 25 years old and the Mazda MX5 is unusual because it hasn't undergone radical changes. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at the current model and has some hints about what the 2015 version will be like.

Monday, June 30, 2014

2015 Hyundai Sonata



Is it safe to come outside and play in the very competitive mid size sedan segment ? Hyundai is trying to serve notice that the Sonata wants to be the first among equals in the non luxury segment. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at why the car is making that claim.