Dodge Dart
The Dodge Dart was an automobile designed and distributed by the Dodge section of Chrysler from 1960 to 1976 in North America. In 2013 it was resurrected. The Dodge Dart, which is based on a version of the Fiat Compact platform, received a 7.8 rating from U.S. News, ranking 18th in the Affordable Small Car category and 9th in the Affordable Compact Car category. While some rivals offer a better performance, the Dart has a roomy cabin...
Ford Mustang
The Ford Mustang is a car designed and produced by the Ford Motor Company. It was originally released in April of 1964, and is currently in its fifth generation. It has undergone numerous transformations since 1964 but was responsible for creating the “pony class” of American automobiles (referring to sporty coupes with short-rear decks and long hoods). The Mustang received an 8.7 rating from U.S. News, and ranked 3rd and 2nd in the...
Hyundai Veloster
The Hyundai Veloster is a compact three-door car originally released in 2011 by the Hyundai Motor Company, and sold in the United States since the fall of 2011. It was the original model of Hyundai’s Premium Youth Lab campaign, which targeted younger drivers and customers. The Hyundai Veloster received a 7.4 rating from U.S. News, and ranked 28th in the Affordable Small Car category and 15th in the Affordable Compact Car category....
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a series of compact executive cars designed and manufactured by Mercedes-Benz. It was originally introduced in 1993, and the most recent model (the third generation) was released in 2007. U.S. News gives the Mercedes-Benz C-Class an 8.3 rating, and ranked it 8th out of 20 Upscale Midsize Cars. Reviewers state that the Mercedes-Benz C-Class offers a high-quality interior that matches its stylish exterior,...
Scion FR-S
Toyota 86 is a series of sports coupes developed jointly by Toyota and Subaru, two Japanese automobile manufacturers. In the United States and Canada, the series is called the Scion FR-S. The Scion FR-S received a 9.1 rating from U.S. News, and was ranked 1st out of 10 Affordable Sports Cars. Reviewers state that the FR-S proves that it doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg to get a car that offers a thrilling performance. It was...
Subaru BRZ
The Subaru BRZ is a member of the Toyota 86 club, which is a series of grand touring sports coupes. The Toyota 86 automobiles are sold as three different brands: Toyota, Subaru, and Scion. The Subaru BRZ was given an 8.7 rating by U.S. News, ranking 3rd out of 10 Affordable Sports Cars. Critics are floored by the former BRZ’s performance, and say that it proves that leanness and simplicity can provide more driving thrill than...