The Toyota Camry gets what looks like mostly iterative changes to its exterior for the 2012 model year, but it's what's on the inside that counts. The 2012 Camry has a nice polish to its interior, good sightlines and lots of cargo space. Ride comfort and brakes are much improved, too, Cars.com Industry Analyst Kelsey Mays says.
GM's three large crossovers — the Buick Enclave, GMC Acadia and Chevy Traverse — were some of the automaker's few bright spots during its darkest hours. The oldest of the trio, the Acadia, gets a midcycle refresh that was unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show. Updates include a bold, new face and new safety technology such as a front center airbag, according to Cars.com Industry Analyst Kelsey Mays.
The Elantra's popularity is skyrocketing. Strong sales, rave reviews and big awards are keeping us talking about Hyundai's compact sedan. New coupe and hatchback versions only add to its buzz factor. Building off the sedan's new-for-2011 fluid design language, the coupe offers a sportier take on Elantra, and the GT's hatchback adds a measure of functionality. Cars.com editor Mike Hanley applauds Hyundai for widening the Elantra’s appeal with two new body styles.
The Chevrolet Cruze has generally gotten good reviews from us and from other car experts, but if you're looking for a little more comfort and power, Buick thinks it has you covered with its new 2012 Buick Verano. It's Buick's least-expensive model, but generally cabin materials are good, and it feels more refined than the Cruze, says Cars.com Industry Analyst Kelsey Mays.
We've covered the Jaguar XJL before, but this time we try out a new 2012 XJL Supersport. The trim comes with tons of additional features, including power reclining rear seats, black leather headliner and gloss trim. Despite all the niceties, the XJL Supersport might be a little too opulent for its own good, according to Cars.com Executive Editor Joe Wiesenfelder.
A new Honda Accord is on the horizon, and the automaker's Accord Coupe Concept from the 2012 Detroit auto show looks production-ready. Find out what features will and won't make it to dealerships when it goes on sale this fall. Check out the Accord Coupe Concept video overview above, as well as other videos that were popular this week.
1. 2013 Honda Accord Coupe Concept
2. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8
3. 2013 Toyota Prius c
4. 2012 BMW 3 Series
5. Cars.com/MotorWeek $37,000 3-Row Utility Shootout
Toyota continues to expand its Prius lineup, this time adding a smaller, less expensive model called the Prius c. It's about 20 inches shorter than a regular Prius, but there still seems to be workable room inside, according to Cars.com Executive Editor Joe Wiesenfelder, who says the car's conventional-looking exterior also makes it the best-looking Prius to date.
Honda has a knack for delivering concept cars that look pretty much production ready. The Honda Accord Coupe concept is a pretty good indicator of what to expect for the next-generation Accord, which goes on sale this fall. Overall, the updates are subtle compared with the current model, but there's more use of trapezoidal shapes, bulges and crease lines, according to Cars.com editor Joe Bruzek.
The redesigned 2012 Nissan Versa is now the most affordable car in America, now that Hyundai is charging more for its more upscale Accent and GM has replaced its Chevrolet Aveo for the sportier Sonic. That’s certainly a benefit for cash-conscious shoppers, and so is the Versa’s superb fuel economy. Still, you get what you pay for when you buy the Versa, according to Cars.com Industry Analyst Kelsey Mays, who says the car’s cheap price isn’t as enticing as it would seem.
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