Behind The Wheel

Each issue we feature automotive reviews of some of the latest vehicles available — see the newest cars and trucks in the West Sound. These reviews are only a sample of what we have in WestSound Magazine each issue — subscribe to the print version today to see all of what we have to offer!

The 2015 Kia Soul EV is distinguished from gasoline models by the flush grille and flat alloy wheels.
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2015 Kia Soul EV

Model Tested: 2015 Kia Soul EV Engine: electric motor, 109 horsepower 210 lb-ft torque  Transmission: 1-speed automatic, front-wheel-drive  EPA Ratings: 120/City—92/Highway—105/Combined  Base Price: $33,700  As Tested: $34,625  Performance: Good acceleration 0-60 mph approximately 12 seconds Lots of torque 27kWh Lithium Ion Polymer battery … read more

The 2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata is best suited to twisty roads and sunny days.
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2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Tested: 2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring Power Hardtop Engine: 2.0-liter I-4, 167 horsepower 140 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed manual transmission rear-wheel-drive EPA Ratings: 21/City—28/Highway—24/Combined Base Price: $29,450 As Tested: $32,935 Performance: Strong engine Good acceleration Excellent gearbox, short, precise throws Good … read more

The Lexus GX460 is unchanged for 2015. It
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2014 Lexus GX460

Model Tested: 2014 Lexus GX460 Luxury Engine: 4.6-liter V-8, 301 horsepower 329 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed automatic transmission four-wheel-drive EPA Ratings: 15/City—20/Highway—17/Combined Base Price: $60,715 As Tested: $62,770 Performance: Very solid, confidence-inspiring chassis Smooth, reasonably powerful V-8 Rear air suspension with auto load … read more

The Toyota Avalon is largely unchanged for 2015, but it
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2015 Toyota Avalon

Model Tested: 2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid Limited  Engine: 2.5-liter I-4 gas with Hybrid Synergy electric motor, 200 horsepower  Transmission: CVT automatic transmission front-wheel-drive  EPA Ratings: 40/City—39/Highway—40/Combined  Base Price: $41,400  As Tested: $44,160  Performance: Seamless blend of gas and hybrid power Good off the … read more

The GMC Yukon SLT was totally redesigned for 2015. Halogen projector headlights are standard.
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2015 GMC Yukon

Model Tested: 2015 GMC Yukon 4WD SLT Engine: 5.3-liter V-8 gas, 355 horsepower 383 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed automatic transmission four-wheel-drive EPA Ratings: 16/City—22/Highway—18/Combined Base Price: $57,735 As Tested: $64,520  Performance: Muscular, powerful Trailer towing mode Trailer brake controller 7,300 pound GVW rating … read more

The handsome 2015 Volvo XC60 is an SUV, but it has more of a sport wagon look than many competitors.
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2015 Volvo XC60

Model Tested: 2015 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD  Engine: 3.0-liter I-6 gas, 300 horsepower 325 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed automatic transmission all-wheel-drive EPA Ratings: 17/City—24/Highway—20/Combined  Base Price: $42,400 As Tested: $51,675 Performance: Loaded with high tech safety and performance features Pedestrian detection with Auto … read more

The 2015 BMW X4 has a unique profile; part SUV and part sedan.
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2015 BMW X4

Model Tested: 2015 BMW X4 xDrive35i  Engine: 3.0-liter I-6 gas, 300 horsepower 300 lb-ft torque  Transmission: 8-speed automatic transmission all-wheel-drive  EPA Ratings: 19/City—27/Highway—22/Combined  Base Price: $48,000  As Tested: $57,450  Performance: Legendary BMW straight 6 torque and horsepower Pulls like a freight train Paddle … read more

The 2015 Chrysler 200C is all-new and vastly improved over earlier models.
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2015 Chrysler 200C

Model Tested: 2015 Chrysler 200C 4-door sedan  Engine: 2.4-liter I-4 gas, 184 horsepower 173 lb-ft torque Transmission: 9-speed automatic transmission front-wheel-drive EPA Ratings: 23/City—36/Highway—28/Combined Base Price: $25,995 As Tested: $30,475 Performance: Nine-speed automatic transmission Ample power Smooth highway ride Unique, but fine rotary … read more

The Toyota Camry was totally restyled for 2015.
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2015 Toyota Camry Hybrid

Model Tested: 2015 Toyota Camry Hybrid SE 4-door sedan  Engine: 2.5-liter I-4 gas plus Synergy electric motor, 200 horsepower  Transmission: CVT automatic transmission front-wheel-drive  EPA Ratings: 40/City—38/Highway—40/Combined  Base Price: $27,995  As Tested: $32,133  Performance: Strong acceleration and torque Smooth highway ride Seamless transition … read more

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