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The 2013 Audi S7 Sportback has the four-door coupe look that debuted with the Mercedes-Benz CLS. This four-passenger hatchback, or sportback as Audi calls it, has a high-performance 4.0-litre V8 engine with twin turbos.

Motoring: Audi’s S7 Sportback more than just a pretty face

This is one beautiful automobile, as it should be when you push the envelope north of the $100K mark.

The 2013 Audi S7 Sportback has the four-door coupe look that debuted with the Mercedes-Benz CLS. This four-passenger hatchback, or sportback as Audi calls it, has a high-performance 4.0-litre V8 engine with twin turbos.
Audi has a new entry in the premium compact class — the four-door A3 sedan, which arrives in Canada next April as a 2015 model. It will replace the A3 hatchback, which is currently on sale in Canada as a 2013 model.

Motoring: Audi A3 sedan in premium compact market

This new sedan is being introduced to appeal to two particular markets—China and North America.

Audi has a new entry in the premium compact class — the four-door A3 sedan, which arrives in Canada next April as a 2015 model. It will replace the A3 hatchback, which is currently on sale in Canada as a 2013 model.
The 2013 Lexus CT 200h is a sporty, hybrid hatchback that is the gateway to the Lexus lineup in North America.

Motoring: Premium hatch proven hybrid tech

The Lexus CT 200h goes head-to-head with two other luxury hatches.

The 2013 Lexus CT 200h is a sporty, hybrid hatchback that is the gateway to the Lexus lineup in North America.
Mercedes-Benz’s smallest SUV, the GLK-Class, has been around since 2010 and gets a facelift for 2013. The major change is two new engine choices, including a 2.2-litre twin-turbo direct injection four-cylinder diesel engine.

Motoring: Baby Benz gets refreshed styling

The baby of the Mercedes-Benz SUV lineup, the GLK, only joined the fleet in 2010, but there are big changes under the hood for 2013.

Mercedes-Benz’s smallest SUV, the GLK-Class, has been around since 2010 and gets a facelift for 2013. The major change is two new engine choices, including a 2.2-litre twin-turbo direct injection four-cylinder diesel engine.
Hyundai has added a coupe to its 2013 Elantra model lineup starting at $19,949. The SE version (shown) comes with a host of standard features including 17-inch wheels and a sport-tuned suspension.

Hyundai Elantra adds sporty two-door coupe to its lineup

Hyundai has not just one or two, but three versions of the Elantra now on the market.

Hyundai has added a coupe to its 2013 Elantra model lineup starting at $19,949. The SE version (shown) comes with a host of standard features including 17-inch wheels and a sport-tuned suspension.
Toyota has done an eye-catching styling makeover on its flagship Avalon premium sedan for 2013. The mid-size five-passenger car is shorter, sleeker and lower than the outgoing model, yet it retains similar interior dimensions.

Toyota ups flagship’s 2013 styling

The first new Toyota model that might actually create an emotional attachment is an unlikely one—the mid-size 2013 Avalon sedan.

Toyota has done an eye-catching styling makeover on its flagship Avalon premium sedan for 2013. The mid-size five-passenger car is shorter, sleeker and lower than the outgoing model, yet it retains similar interior dimensions.
Elantra GT for 2013 is based on the i30 model sold in Europe and replaces the Touring model in the three-car Elantra lineup along with the Sedan and Coupe.

Elantra adds a hatch to its GT for 2013

Last week, I must have answered questions from half a dozen neighbours about the 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT sitting outside the house.

Elantra GT for 2013 is based on the i30 model sold in Europe and replaces the Touring model in the three-car Elantra lineup along with the Sedan and Coupe.
Dodge now has a legitimate entry in the compact car segment with the launch of the 2013 Dart. The new Dart is based on the Alfa Romeo Giulietta, but is built in North America at its Illinois assembly plant.

Dodge ‘Darts’ into the mix in the compact car segment

This is actually the fourth generation of a model that first debuted in 1963 as a full-size sedan.

Dodge now has a legitimate entry in the compact car segment with the launch of the 2013 Dart. The new Dart is based on the Alfa Romeo Giulietta, but is built in North America at its Illinois assembly plant.
The 2012 Volkswagen Eos is one of the new breed of retractable hardtops that are taking over the convertible market. The Eos underwent a minor redesign for 2012.

Volkswagen Eos a most versatile vehicle

This is a car I consider a sleeper—it’s much better than you expect it to be when you first set eyes upon it.

The 2012 Volkswagen Eos is one of the new breed of retractable hardtops that are taking over the convertible market. The Eos underwent a minor redesign for 2012.
The 2012 Beetle is longer, wider and lower than the second generation, but there’s no mistaking it for anything but a Volkswagen Beetle. The Sportline model has 18-inch Twister alloy wheels, covering bright red brake calipers.

Volkswagen Beetle more macho in 2012

Designers set out to give the third-generation model a more masculine look in an attempt to overcome the ‘chick car’ reputation.

The 2012 Beetle is longer, wider and lower than the second generation, but there’s no mistaking it for anything but a Volkswagen Beetle. The Sportline model has 18-inch Twister alloy wheels, covering bright red brake calipers.
The Outback has undergone significant changes for 2013 with a new-look front end and a more powerful yet more fuel-efficient 2.5-litre four-cylinder base engine.

Subaru updates Outback and Legacy for 2013

Subaru's Canadian vice-president of product planning and marketing says Subaru is “an attractive alternative to the mainstream brands.”

The Outback has undergone significant changes for 2013 with a new-look front end and a more powerful yet more fuel-efficient 2.5-litre four-cylinder base engine.