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Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 (2020)
Mercedes has bumped up the power in this year’s model to a respectable 385 hp and 384 lb-ft torque that serve’s it very well. They have also brought in an updated design language when it comes to both bumpers, as well as headlight and taillights, which look sleeker all round. Speaking of round, the dual exhaust tips dress up the rear end nicely, as does the new ‘panamericana’ grill up front. Overall the new exterior design is really quite stylish. The MBUX infotainment system also finds its way into this year’s updates with all of the accompanying toys that it offers.
2021 Nissan Rogue Debuts
Story by Dan Heyman, photos courtesy of Nissan Canada Nissan recently took the wraps off the new Rogue, whish is a complete redesign from the ground-up of Nissan’s ultra-popular crossover,
Road Test: 2020 Nissan Sentra SR
The Nissan Sentra has now entered its eighth generation and although it continues to be Nissan’s best-selling nameplate in Canada, it was in great need of an overhaul. The previous version was still a very good value and got the job done, but there was little to wow you away from some of its very impressive competition. This has all changed now as the Sentra now boasts a much sportier, more upscale look with a completely updated interior that is well laid out, functional and nice to look at.
Road Test: 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45
New for 2020: The AMG CLA 45 is part of the Mercedes CLA-Class that was completely redesigned for 2020. The entire lineup now features a new, more aggressive look, more
Road Test: 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450
Story by Jordan Allan, photos courtesy of Mercedes-Benz Specifications: Price: $72,300 Engine: 3.0L twin-turbocharged V6 Trans: 9G-Tronic Automatic Power: 362 hp@ 5,500 rpm Torque: 369 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm Curb
Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 4MATIC SUV (2020)
Price: $72,800 (MSRP) Price as tested: $107,840 Engine: 48 Volt – 3.0-liter turbo and e-supercharged DOHC 24-valve I-6 plus (21-hp/184-lb-ft electric motor), Trans: 9G-TRONIC (automatic) Power: 362 hp @ 5500
Road Test: 2020 Jaguar F-Pace SVR
The Jaguar F-Pace SVR remains unchanged after being introduced for 2019 except for Apple Car Play and Android Auto now coming as standard.
Road Test: 2020 Toyota Corolla XSE
The Toyota Corolla is all-new for 2020 and has been completely redesigned both inside and out. It now looks and feels larger and has received updated styling that propels it to the top of its class.
Road Test: 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250
Story by Jordan Allan, photos courtesy of Mercedes-Benz Specifications: Price: $46,500 (MSRP) Engine: 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 cylinder Trans: 8G-DCT 8-speed dual-clutch automatic Power: 221 hp@ 5,500 rpm Torque: 258 lb-ft
Road Test: 2020 Ford Escape Titanium
The Ford Escape is brand new for 2020 and is now slightly longer, wider and lower than its predecessor as it enters its fourth generation. As before, the Escape is available in a wide variety of trims starting with the S and all the way up to the top-of-the-line Titanium model we had as a tester. A Hybrid version now rejoins the fold after a brief hiatus and Ford says a plug-in hybrid model is set to debut in the Spring.
