Best & Worst Years of Cadillac STS – Graphs, Reviews, & Reliability Data
Cadillacs of the 20th century were known for length and opulence, earning the less-than-complimentary “luxobarge” moniker. But a new century gave General Motors’ luxury division an opportunity to take on the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and BMW 5 Series. In 2005, Cadillac launched the STS, a sleek and stylish sedan with European DNA and American muscle under […]
Best & Worst Years of Cadillac Escalade – Graphs & Owner Surveys
The Cadillac Escalade arrived over 20 years ago as a reskinned GMC Yukon. Since then, it has gone on to become one of the most coveted luxury full-size SUVs in the industry. Oozing with high-end amenities, the Escalade has helped Cadillac get back to its “Standard of the World” form. Over those 20 years, the […]
Best & Worst Years of BMW 325i – Graphs & Owner Surveys
BMW’s 3-Series is a legend amongst luxury compact cars with continuous production spanning nearly 50 years. The BMW 325i variant was built between 2001 and 2006 as part of both the E46 and E90 generations. Powered by BMW’s famously smooth straight-6 engine, the 325i was a perennial favorite of experts and owners. However, like any […]
Best & Worst Years of Scion tC – Graphs & Owner Surveys
The Scion tC is a compact car that was manufactured by Toyota from 2005 until 2016. It spanned two generations, with both being built in Japan. tC means “touring coupe,” and it was Scion’s best-selling car, making up about 40% of the total brand’s sales. In total, more than 400,000 tC models were sold during […]
Best & Worst Years of Lincoln Navigator – Graphs, Reviews, & Reliability Data
While full-size luxury SUVs started in the 1980s with the leather-clad and wood-tone-paneled Jeep Grand Wagoneer, the 1998 introduction of the Lincoln Navigator gave the movement traction. It all comes down to timing. America wasn’t quite ready to embrace top-tier SUVs 40 years ago. But this changed with the approach of the 21st century and […]
Best & Worst Years of Pontiac G6 – Graphs & Owner Surveys
The Pontiac G6, introduced in 2005, marked a significant moment for Pontiac enthusiasts as it aimed to blend style, performance, and affordability into one sleek package. In its debut year, it showcased a fresh design, offering consumers a compelling alternative in the midsize sedan market. Built by the General Motors Company, the G6 replaced the […]
Best & Worst Years of Toyota Sequoia – Graphs & Owner Surveys
The Toyota Sequoia is a full-size SUV that has been on the road since its 2001 model year. It’s based on the Toyota Tundra pickup and is the second-largest SUV ever made by the automaker. Through 2021, it sat between the smaller Toyota 4Runner and the Toyota Land Cruiser. With the discontinuation of the Land […]
Best & Worst Years of Lexus IS 250 – Graphs & Owner Surveys
Introduced over 20 years ago, the Lexus IS has been a mainstay of the luxury sport sedan market ever since. The IS 250 model, which was produced over two generations between 2006 and 2015 offered strong V6 power and the high-end craftsmanship Lexus has built its reputation on. Though Lexus – and parent-company Toyota – […]
Best & Worst Years of Pontiac Grand Prix – Graphs & Owner Surveys
The Pontiac Grand Prix is the nameplate used for coupes produced from 1962 until 2002 and sedans that were made from 1989 until 2008 by General Motors. The sedan was later replaced by the Pontiac G8, which only lasted two years before Pontiac went out of business. Fewer than 500,000 models were sold during the […]
Subaru Forester vs. Subaru Outback | 2023 Comparison + The Best Model Year For Every Budget
Subaru owners have strong connections with their cars. According to a 2021 J.D. Power study, Subaru has the highest loyalty rating (61.8%) among mainstream automakers, beating brands like Toyota and Honda. So, it’s not unusual that a “Subie” fan might have difficulty deciding between the Forester compact crossover and the larger Outback SUV (yes, you […]
