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Review of the 2009 Toyota Prius

2010 Toyota Prius - 9/16/09

MSRP: $21,000 - $27,270 | MPG: 48 Hwy, 51 City

Details: 5 Seats, 2 Rows, 2 Latch Connectors

The 2010 Toyota Prius gets great mileage, even for my mountainous driving, and it looks great, too. It has all of the little luxuries that most hybrids eschew as too heavy, and it can actually drive up a serious hill. You have no idea how much that means to me.


Review of the 2009 Scion xB

2009 Scion xB - 7/22/09

MSRP: $15,750 - $15,750 | MPG: 28 Hwy, 22 City

Details: 5 Seats, 2 Rows, 2 Latch Connectors

Everyone has an opinion about the 2009 Scion xB, and it was fun to hear them during my test drive. This distinctive hatchback was compared to a breadbox, a mailbox and other boxes—but people, I loved it. I loved its design, shape and funky style.


Review of the 2009 Chevrolet Aveo

2009 Chevrolet Aveo5 - 7/16/09

MSRP: $11,965 - $15,365 | MPG: 34 Hwy, 27 City

Details: 5 Seats, 2 Rows, 2 Latch Connectors

The Aveo5 feels like driving a go-kart. Colorado has just a few hills; the Aveo5 managed them, but only after I cut a hole in the floorboards and had my husband Flintstone-foot our way up.


Review of the 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman

2009 Mini Cooper Clubman - 6/12/09

MSRP: $20,200 - $20,200 | MPG: 34 Hwy, 28 City

Details: 4 Seats, 2 Rows, 2 Latch Connectors

I really love the Mini Cooper Clubman, but if I were driving it every single day, I might tire of it much more quickly than I would something less toy-like.


Review of the 2009 Honda Fit

2009 Honda Fit - 3/04/09

MSRP: $14,750 - $16,260 | MPG: 33 Hwy, 28 City

Details: 5 Seats, 2 Rows, 2 Latch Connectors

The 2009 Honda Fit manages to be fun, cute and sporty, and hold three kids across the backseat and a full load of groceries all at once. Are you surprised? I was.


Review of the 2009 Suzuki SX4

2009 Suzuki SX4 Crossover - 2/23/09

MSRP: $13,299 - $18,539 | MPG: 28 Hwy, 23 City

Details: 5 Seats, 2 Rows, 2 Latch Connectors

From its price and size to its all-wheel drive, nearly everything about the 2009 Suzuki SX4 Crossover appealed to me. The seats, however, were horrible. Note to Suzuki designers and execs: Please add the option of higher-quality seating! I’d pay more for it.


Review of the 2009 Scion xD

2009 Scion xD - 2/17/09

MSRP: $14,650 - $14,650 | MPG: 32 Hwy, 27 City

Details: 5 Seats, 2 Rows, 2 Latch Connectors

People who want a cheap car today can have their cake and eat it, too, with the 2009 Scion xD. Actually, the xD shouldn’t be called cheap. It’s inexpensive, and your mom will tell you there’s a difference.


Review of the 2009 Volvo XC70

2009 Volvo XC70 T6 - 2/02/09

MSRP: $37,250 - $39,500 | MPG: 22 Hwy, 15 City

Details: 5 Seats, 2 Rows, 3 Latch Connectors

The 2009 XC70 oozes reassurance with its Volvo-ness. You don’t have to wonder whether you have the latest and greatest safety gadgets in this car (no wasted brainpower there). Plus, it wraps all that safety up in a very comfortable, accommodating wagon.


Review of the 2008 Volvo C30

2008 Volvo C30 - 11/10/08

MSRP: $22,950 - $25,700 | MPG: 27 Hwy, 19 City

Details: 4 Seats, 2 Rows, 2 Latch Connectors

If you love Volvo’s signature Euro-looking front end, the C30 won’t disappoint; I love the style myself. I think it looks strong, chiseled and handsome enough to be the leading man in any action flick. From the side, the C30 is youthful, sporty and appeals to anyone who loves a Volvo. But if you walk around to the car’s rear, you might be surprised.


Review of the 2008 Mini Cooper S

2008 Mini Cooper - 10/07/08

MSRP: $21,200 - $25,400 | MPG: 29 Hwy, 26 City

Details: 4 Seats, 2 Rows, 2 Latch Connectors

Mini has created the perfect toy for grownups with the Mini Cooper S.


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