Ram to Launch New Fiat Ducato–Based Promaster Full-Size Van in Late 2013

Ram to Launch New Fiat Ducato–Based Promaster Full-Size Van in Late 2013. A new full-size van has arrived at Ram. After the Daimler-Chrysler juggernaut was dissolved, the Sprinter was no longer an option, leaving Chrysler without a full-size cargo hauler. In 2003, that Mercedes-engineered van replaced the positively ancient Ram Van, whose roots went back to 1971. Dodge stopped selling the Sprinter a few years ago, and now the commercial vehicles division—since renamed Ram Trucks—is getting a slightly re-engineered version of the Fiat Ducato.

BMW i3 Concept Coupe

BMW i3 Concept Coupe. BMW is launching yet another variation of its i eco-car theme this week at the Los Angeles auto show. The new i3 Concept Coupe complements thefive-door i3, as well as the i8 Concept and the i8 Concept Spyder.

SRT Viper / Viper GTS Coupe 2013 Review

SRT Viper / Viper GTS Coupe 2013 Review. The Viper is back, new and vastly improved after more than two years in stasis. Chief among the tweaks to the fifth iteration of the new SRT brand’s headline supercar (it’s no longer a Dodge) are a more upscale interior and increased creature comforts. Has the Viper gone soft? In a single word, no. But after a half-day sneak preview at GingerMan Raceway in South Haven, Michigan—where we previously captured some shakedown images and video—we can say with confidence that the new Viper is not only better than ever but is finally as appealing in person as it is on paper.

Porsche Cayenne S V-8 Diesel 2013 Review

Porsche Cayenne S V-8 Diesel 2013 Review. Former Porsche CEO Wendelin Wiedeking long resisted using diesels, but now Porsche has finally embraced the compression-ignition engine. In Europe, both the Cayenne and Panamera are offered with the smooth and capable 3.0-liter V-6 TDI that's also available in a number of other VW Group vehicles, from the Audi A4 to the VW Phaeton. With 240 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque on tap, it is a highly capable, autobahn-friendly engine. Here in the States, we get that diesel Cayenne, as well as itsAudi Q7 and VW Touareg relatives.

Porsche Carrera 4 / 4S Coupe and Cabriolet 2013

Porsche Carrera 4 / 4S Coupe and Cabriolet 2013. As master illusionists Siegfried & Roy demonstrated night after night—well, most nights anyway—the spectacle of two sequin-studded Germans ordering around uncaged and hopefully housebroken lions and tigers can be riveting. Not nearly as gamy, but accomplished with equally Teutonic flourish, is the job Porsche has done taming its once-wild and still-exotic rear-engine flagship. Whereas existential consequences once awaited those drivers of early 911s too unwise or foolish to try lift-throttle maneuvers midcorner, today’s 911 is certainly more forgiving than an uncaged Bengal tiger.

Ferrari Enzo Replacement Details Revealed

Ferrari Enzo Replacement Details Revealed. Ferrari is preparing a new hyper car to replace the legendary Enzo with, and it will debut next Spring. That’ll be 2013 Geneva Motor Show. The new Enzo – reportedly codenamed F150 and not F70 – won’t have the same collection of awesome numbers as, say, McLaren P1 or Bugatti Veyron, but to drive it could be better than both.

Aston Martin DB9 Volante by Kahn Design

Aston Martin DB9 Volante by Kahn Design. The best thing about Aston Martin launching a new DB9 recently is the fact that the old models are going to get cheaper and cheaper. So it is probably a good time to take a look back at some of the finest tuning packages available for the car. Here’s Kahn Design’s magnificent 0077 DB9 Volante.

Ford Focus WTCC Limited Edition Announced

Ford Focus WTCC Limited Edition Announced. Paying homage to their World Touring Car Championship (WTCC) race car, Ford announced a limited WTCC edition of the Focus Zetec S, same car used by Team Arena, for the road. The car comes with race-inspired stripes and graphics on the outside, and a tweaked 1.6 liter engine under the bonnet.

Porsche Cayman 2013 Caught Undisguised

Porsche Cayman 2013 Caught Undisguised. Two weeks ahead of its official debut at the 2102 Los Angeles Auto Show the new Porsche Cayman has been spotted undisguised at Atlanta airport. Porsche hadn’t confirmed the Cayman’s debut in L.A. – they’d just said a new sports car is coming to the show – but this shots reveal the facts.

Ford Focus 2013 Gets NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating

Ford Focus 2013 Gets NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating. The new Ford Focus has been designed with safety in mind, so it’s hardly surprising that it passes all safety tests in Europe and America with flying colors. The latest organization to confirm the car’s high level of safety is National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). They awarded the 2013 Focus with five-star rating.

Dodge Dart Limited 2013 Review

Dodge Dart Limited 2013 Review. I'd been looking forward to driving the Dart since the car was revealed—this marks my first impression, if you don't count drives of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta that helped form my positive underlying opinion of the car. I'll admit that despite my good vibes going in, and the car's apparent high level of equipment for this money, I was somewhat underwhelmed—at least at first. The car seemed softened too much, with oversized upholstery, and I found it hard to find the “just right” driving position. Within a block of the office, the suspension crashed so hard over a bump in the pavement on a corner that I was really concerned that I'd set way too high an expectation. The drive home was generally uneventful, but allowed me time to start getting accustomed to the Dart and learn to appreciate its Italian nuances.

Honda Ridgeline Sport 2012 Review

Honda Ridgeline Sport 2012 Review. This  Honda Ridgeline Sport 2012 is a comfortable, nice-looking vehicle that drives more like a crossover with a bed, rather than a true truck. That's to be expected, but the Ridgeline actually has a decent amount of grunt and can tow 5,000 pounds. It's not fast by any means, but the 250 ponies are up to the task for merging onto expressways and launches from a stop if you aggressively use the throttle. The five-speed is fine, and four-wheel drive is a nice feature, though I had no reason to use it in my brief stint.

Lincoln MKZ 2013 Review

Lincoln MKZ 2013 Review. No one at Lincoln minimizes the importance of the 2013 MKZ. The sedan is the first of four new Lincolns debuting over the next three years, and the starting point for an overhaul intended to remake the brand and return it to prosperity, or at least relevance. Lincoln’s management team understands that the clock is ticking.

SRT Viper 2013 Hits The Race Track

SRT Viper 2013 Hits The Race Track . It was raining, one of the world's toughest road courses was pretty wet and all the cars had 640 hp at the rear wheels. What could possibly go wrong?

Buick Regal GS 2012 Review

Buick Regal GS 2012 Review. The Buick Regal GS 2012 is a strong, sporty execution for Buick that's sharply styled and fun to drive. The chassis is excellent. I like the styling cues that blend bling and subtlety, and the cabin is purposeful and well-laid out.

BMW M6 Convertible 2012 Review

BMW M6 Convertible 2012 Review. After two years without one (how did we survive?), the BMW M6 convertible will be back in showrooms in late June. “It's the fastest convertible we've ever made,” said M brand manager Matt Russell. If you measure “fastest” by top speed, BMWs have been electronically limited to 155 mph for some time, which is pretty fast. But if you look at 0-to-60-mph times, it should take just 4.2 seconds, a few tenths quicker than the old model. The M6 also does it more efficiently, with a 30 percent mileage improvement.

BMW 640i Gran Coupe 2013 Review

BMW 640i Gran Coupe 2013 Review. Cynics would say that the 640i Gran Coupe is a BMW CLS, a Bavarian copy of the Mercedes-Benz CLS four-door coupe introduced way back in 2005 (not to be confused with the two-door 1973 BMW CSL coupe). The 2012 BMW 6-series Gran Coupe certainly shares its basic proportions with the Mercedes CLS, a car now well into its second generation. But BMW designed its Gran Coupe with its own distinct take on the genre, with a relatively small greenhouse canted inward around the edges and dolloped on top of a wide, powerful base. There is less of the distinct roofline arch that you see flowing from nose to tail on the Mercedes.

BMW 528i xDrive Sedan 2012 Review

BMW 528i xDrive Sedan 2012 Review. I won't say that the 2012 BMW 528i xDrive is slow, because when you wind it out it gets up and going. But the acceleration isn't something you'd comment on, unless, of course, it was the lack of acceleration.

Volvo S60 T5 2013 Review

Volvo S60 T5 2013 Review. When Volvo introduced the redesigned S60 for 2011, it relegated the availability of the Haldex AWD system to the higher-spec T6 model, leaving the five-cylinder T5 to make do with front-wheel drive. In an attempt to sell more cars in climes where premium customers won't bite unless all-wheel drive is available, Volvo added four-wheel motivation to the T5 as a $2,000 option.

Lexus LS 2013 Review

Lexus LS 2013 Review. At the end of 1989, Toyota put the world's schmantziest carmakers on notice. Detroit was stumbling aimlessly through its quality nadir. The Europeans were selling finicky machines that were as expensive to buy and maintain as they were enjoyable to drive.

Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG 2012 Review

The Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG is an effortless assassin, offering an abundance of power delivered in smooth, athletic fashion. The naturally aspirated V8 is the critical element in this machine. It sounds great, delivers a lot of grunt from launch and when thrusting to higher speeds on the expressway, and it really feels like a hot rod at times. A well-dressed one? Yes. But the engine offers up so much juice it's hard to not want to drive this thing fast.

BMW ActiveHybrid 3 2013 Review

The ActiveHybrid 3 is BMW's fourth series-production hybrid. After the short-lived X6 ActiveHybrid and the more recently introduced ActiveHybrid 7 and ActiveHybrid 5, there is now another gasoline-electric-powered BMW to tempt U.S. car buyers.

Set to reach North American showrooms in October, the car should be seen as more as a modern-day performance machine than a fuel-sipping economy commuter-as evidenced by its official 0-to-62-mph acceleration claim, which sees it outrun the 335i sedan at 5.3 seconds versus 5.5 seconds. Both have a limited 155-mph top speed.

Impressively, the ActiveHybrid 3 is also claimed to return an average 39.9 mpg on the combined European cycle. That also beats the 335i sedan, which is rated at 32.7 mpg on the same test procedure.

As with BMW's previous hybrid models, this car relies on a combination of gasoline and electric power. Being a full hybrid, as opposed to a mild hybrid like some rivals, it can run on either gasoline or electric power alone, or alternatively a combination of both for added performance.

Mounted longitudinally up front is the 335i's turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine delivering 302 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque. It is supported by a brushless electric motor mounted in the forward section of the gearbox housing, developing 55 hp and 155 lb-ft of torque.

When running together, or parallel as it is known in automotive-engineering jargon, the gasoline engine and the electric motor provide a combined 335 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque-33 hp and 37 lb-ft of torque more than the 335i sedan.

All of this sounds rather appealing until you learn that the added reserves come with a 320-pound penalty, taking the curb weight of the new BMW up to 3,649 pounds.

A plug-in version is in the works and is likely to be offered in 2014. But for now, the ActiveHybrid 3 recharges its battery pack on the run. As such, it is fitted with a relatively small battery boasting a capacity of just 675 watt-hours.

The lithium-ion unit, the individual cells for which are manufactured by A123 in the United States, is mounted in the space usually used for the spare wheel. Although BMW claims there are no packaging compromises, the ActiveHybrid 3's trunk capacity is 3.2 cubic feet less than that of the 335i at 13.8 cubic feet, according to the European measurement procedure.

Drive runs through a standard eight-speed automatic gearbox with remote shift paddles to the rear wheels. The driver can choose from four individual modes: eco pro, comfort, sport and sport-plus.

As with all recent BMW models, there is a whole armada of fuel-saving features, including automatic stop/start, brake-energy recuperation and ancillary functions such as the water pump that only operate when called upon rather than all the time, as in the past.

To these, BMW has also fitted the ActiveHybrid 3 with a coasting function that sees the gasoline engine idle when you back out of the throttle and lightly touch the brakes at speeds up to 100 mph in eco pro mode for additional fuel savings.

What is it like to drive?

Straightforward-at least to begin with. You simply jump in, hit the starter button, select a gear and head off, exactly as you would in the 335i.

The rest of the driving experience, however, is a little different from BMW's more regular models. The electric motor, produced in-house by BMW, can propel the ActiveHybrid 3 alone for a distance of up to 2.5 miles at speeds up to 47 mph on light throttle loads. So with sufficient battery charge and a degree of restraint, you can set off in silence, or with just the noise of the tires rolling across pavement from underneath.

There's appeal in attempting to run as far as possible in electric mode, and a detailed display on its color monitor with all sorts of different graphs indicating the fuel-saving advantages urges you to do just that. It can even be linked to the topography feature of the ActiveHybrid 3's optional navigation system to see it provide greater benefits, such as at the end of programmed journeys where, if the conditions permit, the drive system automatically switches into electric mode for the final mile or so, providing there is sufficient battery charge.

But the reality is that the ActiveHybrid 3, as it is today, doesn't travel very far without the help of its gasoline engine. The battery simply lacks the capacity to entertain anything more than a brief zero-emission excursion.

The real intrigue, then, centers on the performance-enhancing qualities provided by BMW's latest hybrid system. The additional reserves offered by the electric motor are like having an extra degree of turbocharger boost for the gasoline engine.

Despite the added weight, the ActiveHybrid 3 always feels determined, thanks to its generous amount of torque. The delivery is tremendously flexible, allowing it to pull tall gears at low revs without any trouble at all. It's much like a 335i sedan, only faster, quieter and more economical.

As you up the pace, two factors stand out: the new BMW's solid straight-line stability and its excellent driveline refinement. But as we found out as we entered the fast lane of an autobahn outside of Munich, it is the pace generated at full throttle and its ability to cope with it for prolong periods of high-speed running that really set it apart.

It's not quite M3 quick through the gears. However, the ActiveHybrid 3 is not that far behind the German carmaker's iconic performance sedan for outright speed. It also tracks beautifully at speeds, well beyond those deemed legal in the United States.

There's also entertainment in the dynamic properties. The inherent response in the steering makes it fun to guide the ActiveHybrid 3 over winding back roads. The overall body control isn't quite up to the high level attained by the 335i, but with the optional adaptive dampers on our test car switched into sport mode, we discovered that roll is well suppressed.

Despite running low-rolling-resistance tires overall grip levels are excellent-again, perhaps not quite to the level of the 335i sedan but impressive all the same. And while the added weight gives the ActiveHybrid 3 a busier ride at around-town speeds than its more conventional stablemate, it is nonetheless cosseting in comfort mode at higher speeds.

Do I want one?

The ActiveHybrid 3 is an impressively engineered car boasting a state-of-the-art driveline that, if BMW's figures are to be believed, will net you the sort of fuel economy usually associated with much more compact and less well-equipped cars.

Along with providing zero-emission capability for short distances around town, the car also is exceptionally rapid when the conditions allow, giving little away in sheer pace to cars with truly illustrious performance credentials. In outright dynamic terms it is also close in appeal to one of our all-time favorite drives, the 335i sedan.

If it has to be a hybrid, make sure the ActiveHybrid 3 is firmly on your list. Even with the price premium it will command over the $43,295 335i sedan, it's unlikely to disappoint.

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BMW X1 2013 Review

BMW has offered the X1 in Europe since 2009, but the company waited for this mid-cycle refresh to bring its small SUV to the U.S. market. While BMW offers a plethora of X1 gasoline and diesel variants outside of North America, we'll get two engines: the 28i featuring a twin-scroll turbocharged 2.0-liter four cylinder matched to an eight-speed automatic transmission, and the U.S.-exclusive 35i employing BMW's potent twin-scroll turbo 3.0-liter six mated to a six-speed automatic. All- or rear-wheel drive is offered with the smaller engine (SDrive28i or XDrive28i), while all-wheel drive is standard with the bigger powerplant in the XDrive35i.

BMW 335i Sedan 2012 Review

This BMW 335i sedan is a pricey little bugger. It's a very nice, small-to-midsize sedan seriously let down by its tires. On all but the smoothest pavement, the ride is harsh and slams over road imperfections, even in comfort mode. BMW's run-flat program is not good--witness our troubles with the long-term 550i xDrive.

BMW Z4 sDrive28i 2012 Review

Wow, this BMW Z4 sDrive 28i is really yellow and expensive. And a whole lot of fun. I really like this 2.0-liter engine with its decent torque relatively low in the rev range for such a small engine, and the turbo picks up midrange and really packs a punch. The gearbox action and clutch engagement are spot-on, just what we've come to expect from BMW. The steering is direct, and the suspension settings can be set for sport or comfort. While there's not really enough horsepower to kick the rear end out in twisty corners, there's certainly more than enough oomph to keep the driver engaged.

Audi A8 L 4.2 FSI 2012 Review

I'm left a bit flat by this big German bruiser, which surprises me. The seats are fantastic, the infotainment system is easy to use and the whole car smells of fine leather and wood. But as a package, particularly a $90,000 package, the 2012 Audi A8 L 4.2 FSI is not my favorite mode of transport in the segment.

Audi TT 2.0 TFSI Prestige Coupe 2012 Review

This is what the Audi TT should be--a high-revving, precise-handling, rock-solid all-wheel-drive sports coupe. I’ve always felt that the front-drive TT roadster was a bit of a poseur, with not enough chassis stiffness and too much front-drive understeer to support its high-charging aspirations. This car, with the fixed roof and well-balanced all-wheel drive, does a great job of exorcising all of the demons and bringing out the car’s devilish character.

Audi A4 2.0 TFSI Premium Plus 2012 Review

This is certainly a handsome execution of the 2012 Audi A4, and the manual gearbox makes it come alive for enthusiast pursuits. I love this bright red color, which was absolutely gleaming when I grabbed the keys and headed out after work. I like the simple elegance of the A4’s design. It’s balanced, sleek and done in a smart fashion. I love these headlights, too. Seeing the reflection of the outlines in vehicles in front of you is arresting.

Audi RS5 2013 Review

The RS5 is the top performance model in Audi's A5 range, picking up the corporate 4.2-liter V8 that was deleted from the S4 at last year's facelift. This V8, however, is an upgraded version with 450 hp, rather than the 420 hp it produces in the Audi R8.

Audi Q5 3.2 FSI Prestige 2012 Review

Call it a midsize crossover all you like, but the 2012 Audi Q5 3.2 FSI Prestige is a heavy vehicle, and one feels every pound. The unboosted V6 is a delight at higher rpm, but when lugging around town I wished for Audi’s supercharged six and its extra torque down low. Or a diesel, for that matter.

Chevrolet Spark EV 2014 First Drive

Take a Chevy Spark. Remove about 150 pounds from the front end. Add 400 in the rear. Garnish with 320 extra lb ft of torque. It can run silent, and according the ads, Chevy runs deep. So it has a couple of things in common with a submarine. You can call it Alvin. Given that every electrified GM model undergoes a full saltwater-immersion test before entering production, the comparison is marginally apt. Marginally.

Acura RDX 2013 Review

The second-generation RDX is so different from Acura's first foray into the small-crossover segment, it could almost justify a new name. But Acura doesn't want to further confuse potential buyers, so instead Honda's high-end brand is retaining the RDX badge but rolling out a significantly different vehicle.

Aston Martin Virage 2012 Review

It's the third evolution of Aston Martin's current two-door GT. The 2012 Virage slots between the more understated DB9 and the testosterone-heavy DBS.

Aston Martin Vanquish 2014 Review

The Aston Martin Vanquish, coming next spring as a 2014 model, replaces the DBS in Aston's lineup. It wears an all-carbon body and a new V12 boasting 565 hp and 457 lb ft of torque. The powerplant is an all-new block and head with variable-valve timing, new fuel pump, bigger throttle bodies and a bigger intake manifold.

Audi A5 2.0 TFSI 2012 Review

I have been a growing fan of Audi for years and I really liked the A5 coupe when it was released. The four rings have kept the hype going, releasing one great car after another for the past few years. This could be the best-looking car in the stable besides the R8.

Acura ILX 2013 offers performance and refinement

Acura's engineers will tell you that the vowel in ILX stands for inomama, a Japanese word for intuitive handling that roughly translates to “it does what we expect it to do” as a premium sports sedan.

Acura TSX 2012 Special Edition Review

What an outstanding engine and gearbox combo—there could be a decade-old chassis on top of it (and come to think of it, there might be), and the powertrain alone would make the Acura TSX 2012 Special Edition a strong contender in the near-luxury sports-sedan market. I'm not prone to gushing, but the six-speed manual in this Acura is hands-down the best stick shift I've driven in years. Combined with the smooth, zingy four-cylinder engine, the TSX is an example of the mechanical mastery of which Honda is capable when it tries.

Acura MDX 2012 Review

The Acura MDX 2012 is a classy SUV with respectable power and a bit of space inside. Using it for a commuter lap, I unfortunately didn’t make full use of its potential, but I’ll leave that to members of the staff with offspring of the two- and four-legged variety.

Acura TL SH-AWD Tech 2012 Review

The Acura TL continues to surprise as it evolves in its current fourth generation.

Volkswagen GTI Two-Door 2012 Review

What a difference a day makes. Last night I was in the Mini Cooper S Coupe and then I get in this Volkswagen GTI Two-Door 2012. I was thinking about trade-offs yesterday with the Coupe, but after the GTI I realized there's no need. The Mini was bone-breaking on 90 percent of the roads around here. But on the 10 percent that was smooth, that thing was razor sharp.

Kia Rio EX 2012 Review

The Kia Rio EX 2012 sedan looks miles better than its predecessor but still has a little ways to go before it looks as good as the hatchback. The tiger-nose grille, as funny as it sounds, does make the front end look a bit cute. The rear sits up a bit too high for my taste; it makes the car look narrow. The styling on the rear is OK, but it's nothing like the hatch, which I say looks almost cool.

Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ 2012 Review

Still in house-moving mode for the second week with many more likely to come. So another pickup truck request and the Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ 2012 assigned. Didn’t know Chevrolet still made the Avalanche—thought it’d been killed a while back.

Ford F-150 XLT SuperCrew 2012 Review

This Ford F-150 XLT SuperCrew 2012 seems like a whole lot of truck for the money, considering a loaded-like-this F-150 or Chevrolet Silverado usually comes in closer to $50K if memory serves. I like the big pickups from Ford, Chevy and Dodge. With this particular sample, it's all about the EcoBoost engine. Why should one consider an EcoBoost instead of a V8? With this stout twin-turbo V6 you have the ability to tow up to 11,300-pound if that is what you need. When you're not towing and the turbos aren't always spooled up, you should get more than 20 mpg on the highway. Show me another light-duty truck that will give you that kind of mileage and towing capability.

Mercedes Ener-G-Force: The shape of SUVs to come

The Mercedes Energ-G-Force, which will debut at the Los Angeles auto show, could be the shape of Mercedes SUVs to come--if you like it.

Honda Crosstour 2013 gets styling, interior changes

The Honda Crosstour 2013 gets a base price of $27,230, which is $525 lower than 2012 model. The sheetmetal is reworked for the new year, and some equipment has changed.

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SE 2012 Review

There are lots of things I like about the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SE 2012  but the CVT would be a deal-breaker. I like the looks, which steal some cues from the Lancer Evolution—a good idea. The car has a nice aggressive look to it, and as little crossovers go, I would rank this, looks-wise, near the very top.

McLaren 12C Spider 2013 Review

If flashy-exoticar curb appeal and organ-bruising ride are at the top of your supercar requirements, cross the McLaren 12C Spider off your list. From some angles, the car might be mistaken for a $25,000 Scion FR-S, while from the driver's seat it can seem as tame and relaxed as a garden-variety Honda Accord.

Honda Civic Si Navi Sedan 2012 Review

This is my second time in a Honda Civic Si in the past few months. What I liked about the coupe, I also like in the sedan: comfortable seats, a clean dash and a relatively strong naturally aspirated engine—mostly the engine.

Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible 2013 Review

This Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible 2013 is the Z06 convertible in everything but name. So on a gorgeous morning I felt it was required to open up the roof and commute in from the far reaches of the suburbs surrounding One Autoweek Tower. The drive is as good as you would expect, so I won't belabor the open-air experience. But the sounds and feel of the power, heck even the smells of the open road, are all intoxicating.

Audi R8 2014 Review

The Audi R8 2014 marks the first substantial revision for the supercar since it was launched in 2007. There are styling updates, the addition of a range-topping V10 Plus model and addition of a seven-speed dual-clutch sequential manual transmission. There won't be a 2013 R8. Instead, Audi will stretch the 2012 model until the 2014 goes on sale in the United States on March 20, 2013.

Porsche 911 Carrera 4 2013 drive review

The contemporary Porsche lineup ranks slightly below the Turkmen tax code and the rebuild instructions for a Dell'Orto carburetoramong maddeningly complex foreign things. To wit: the four-wheel-drive 911, the Carrera 4. The next iteration of the new 991-generation 911 is available in Carrera 4 and more powerful Carrera 4S versions. As with the two-wheel-drive versions, the Carrera uses a 3.4-liter engine, the Carrera S employs a 3.8-liter version of the same flat-six engine, and there are convertible versions of the pair. There will be a pop quiz on this. Open-book answers will not be allowed.