or the first time in a long time, a manually-shifted car graced our garage … a sweet Audi S5 quattro with a 6-speed manual transmission. As tested, the sticker approached $59k while the competition from BMW and Mercedes are priced within range.
We tested the 2015 Acura RLX Advance and at $61,345 as equipped, it includes a lot of equipment that included the Tech, Krell Audio and Advance packages (all rolled up into the Advance model). Since the RLX is the flagship sedan in Acura’s lineup, we had high expectations and were not disappointed. Its refined ride...
We tested the 2014 IS F sedan and came away both impressed and a little disappointed with this 4-door rocket. Overall, at $67.5k as equipped, the 417hp Lexus is priced mid-pack compared to the competition: BMW M3, Mercedes C63 AMG Sport, and Audi RS 5. The Lexus IS F isn't without its flaws and quirks, but it is a...
