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2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution – Built for the compact sports sedan enthusiast

The 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is a sports car in compact sedan. All 2010 Evos are powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that pumps out 291 horsepower and 300 pound-feet of torque. The 2010 Lancer Evolution available in GSR, MR and MR Touring trim levels. The GSR gets a five-speed manual transmission, while the MR and MR Touring are paired to a six-speed Twin-Clutch Sportronic Shift transmission (TC-SST) with manual mode and paddle shifters. The GSR’s performance credentials are characterized by a large rear wing spoiler, sport-tuned suspension, Brembo disc brakes and 18-inch alloy wheels with performance tires. Like its predecessors read more..»

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2010 Nissan Maxima – One of the most fun to drive cars in the class

The Maxima is one of the best-engineered front-drive sporty sedans available, from the accurate, quick steering to the engine power to the remarkably good performance of the CVT. The 2010 Maxima features a low, squared-off grill, swept-back, split headlamps and an aggressively curvy rear end. Its interior clearly draws inspiration from the Infiniti M35 and M45 sedans. The new Maxima’s suspension was tuned on read more..»

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2011 BMW 5-Series – The Sixth-Generation of The Venerable Sports Sedan

BMW has released the basics on the new four-door sedan as a 2011 model. The new BMW 5-Series will be offered in the United States with a choice of three gasoline engines. At its introduction, the new 5-Series will be available as a 535i and 550i. The 528i and xDrive all-wheel drive variants of all three models will arrive later in the year. BMW continues as the only manufacturer to offer manual transmissions in the BMW 5-Series’ competitive set, underlining the sporty nature of the car read more..»