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Ownership experiences of different vehicles that include the GMC Yukon XL Denali, Subaru Impreza WRX STI, Volkswagen R32, Infiniti G35, Suzuki Burgman, Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sequoia, Mazda MPV and the Volkswagen Passat.
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2008 Toyota Sequoia Review - Rates 8 out of 10 - The Car Connection
2008 Toyota Sequoia Review - Rates 8 out of 10 - The Car ConnectionIt looks more and more like the 2008 Toyota Sequoia Platinum is emerging as our top contender. It has a lot of things going for it and only a few downsides for us (only 7-passenger se...
Other Expert Reviews for 2007 Cadillac Escalade Page 1 - The Car Connection
Other Expert Reviews for 2007 Cadillac Escalade - The Car ConnectionDuring my research I've found a lot of different site, but I like The Car Collection because it puts all the reviews into one location and summarize what everyone is saying about the...
2007 Cadillac Escalade AWD: Long-Term Road Test - Car And Driver
2007 Cadillac Escalade AWD - Long-Term Road Test/2007 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade/Cadillac/Buying Guide/Car and Driver - Car And DriverI've asked a car broker to get me a price of a 2007+ Cadillac Escalade ESV imported from the US and am waiting to he...
Test Drive: 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV
Summary: 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESVPROS: 6.2L V8 engine with 403 HP; throaty engine rumble; massive cargo area behind 3rd row; HID headlights; LED tail lights; chrome grille; 22" wheels; rear entertainment system with TWO roof-mounted LCD screens; it...
Test Drive: 2008 Toyota Sequoia Platinum - 2nd Drive
I went back for another test drive of the 2008 Toyota Sequoia Platinum today. It was slightly rainy and we were given a black one (instead of the white we got last time). I'm glad I got to see this colour scheme because it made the interior look way ...
So, now what?
This week I've looked at 3 different vehicles to be possible candidates to replace our Honda Odyssey and Subaru Impreza STI: The 2008 Land Rover LR3, the 2008 Toyota Sequoia, and the 2009 Honda Pilot. In the end, I feel like I've just ended up where ...
Test Drive: 2008 Toyota Sequoia Limited--Second Look
I went back this morning to test drive a 2008 Toyota Sequoia Limited. On Monday, I had driven the top-line Platinum trim level and wanted to see if there was any difference in the ride quality. The Limited offers an 8th seat in the second row, but la...
Test Drive: 2009 Honda Pilot EX-L
SUMMARY: 2009 Honda Pilot EX-LPROS: Mid-size SUV with 8-passenger seating, improved looks, 4WD traction, well-designed storage area behind 3rd row.CONS: Average handling and performance; Canadian MSRP for Touring trim (NAV + RES) is $10,000 more than...
Test Drive: 2008 Toyota Sequoia Platinum
Summary: 2008 Toyota Sequoia PlatinumPROS: 5.7L V8 engine with 381 HP, firm handling, and 6-speed transmission all hide its massive size; low-gear transfer case for off-roading; space behind 3rd row is enough to fit Peg Perego Pliko P3 stroller.CONS:...
Test Drive: Land Rover LR3 HSE
SUMMARY: 2008 Land Rover LR3 HSEPROS: Looks, luxury, ruggedness, fun off-road tech gadgets, flexible seating configuration, open "airy" interior, large windows=great visibility, HID headlamps.CONS: Seats tricky to fold and unfold, soft suspension, mi...
