2007-09 Pontiac G5

Like the Chevrolet Cobalt, which shares the G5's basic design, Pontiac's coupe is a reasonably priced compact with decent handling response and interior design. A coarse engine and lackluster [...]

A base Torrent makes some sense as a space-efficient people mover with attractive pricing. Overall refinement trails class leaders, however. Vague steering and sloppy handling take all the fun [...]

Any G8 is on the sporty end of the full-size-car class, with potent engines, balanced handling, and a roomy interior. The V8 is the better value, with appreciably stronger performance offsetting [...]

Like the Chevrolet Aveo upon which it is based, G3 is not a quiet car. While we've not measured a G3's fuel economy, our experience with the similar Aveo indicates that this Pontiac's mileage [...]

Frankly, this wagon comes across as cost-cutting crude in places and is less fun to drive than it looks. Even so, Vibe is a versatile, practical compact. Available all-wheel drive is a nice find [...]

An "in between" vehicle, the Colt Vista is an ideal choice for a small family on a budget. Not as versatile as a full-size minivan, the Vista is also not as expensive...

Mixing fun with frugality, Lasers and their Mitsubishi/Eagle coupe cousins have ranked among our favorites, especially with the midlevel engine...

All told, whether it's wearing a Plymouth or Dodge badge, Neon ranks as good value--and a sensible choice--among subcompact cars. Watch out for engine overheating or blown head gaskets. Both are [...]

Basically, you can hardly beat a Voyager or its Dodge near-twin in the minivan league. Most families are likely to appreciate that extra sliding door, so it's worth looking for a Voyager that has [...]

Less costly than many Japanese rivals, the competent Breeze also is better equipped and roomier than some other family sedans...