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Edmunds' editors conduct Road Tests for every car in the market. See what they have to say about the car you are interested in.

First Drives     Full Tests

Our first opportunity to get behind the wheel of a new vehicle and experience it for a limited time.

A comprehensive vehicle review, including performance testing, editorial opinions, an audio system evaluation and owner feedback.

First Drive: 2008 Audi TT TDI
Audi introduces the diesel-powered sports car, as its reengineered 2.0-liter turbodiesel matches 258 lb-ft of torque with a six-speed transmission for the TT coupe and convertible.
Full Test: 2009 Nissan GT-R
Here's our first full test of a 2009 Nissan GT-R in U.S. specification, with complete test data from the track. Stand back; 480 hp at work. We're expecting casualties.
Comparison Tests     Long-Term Tests

An in-depth analysis of competing vehicles within a market segment, including editorial opinions, an audio system evaluation and their overall ranking.

A one-to-two-year test of a vehicle, with monthly updates, that focuses on dealership service, quality and dependability, and the overall ownership experience.

Comparison Test: 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 vs. 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt
The 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 might look retro, but it's a modern, 425-hp muscle car under the skin. Here it faces off against the 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt on the test track.
Long-Term Test: 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion Coupe
The Smart Fortwo has finally arrived, and we buy our own 70-hp microcar to discover if America is ready for fuel economy in a high-style package. Well, everybody is asking us questions already.
Follow-Up Tests      

A report on the updates that occur on select vehicles between major redesigns.

 
Follow-Up Test: 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X by Vishnu Performance Systems
We conduct a test of the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X as modified by Vishnu Performance Systems with instrumented track-test data. A hundred hp more! Nine-tenths of a second less! $1,000!
 


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