Is the 2012 Volkswagen Golf R’s higher price really worth it over a GTI? We give it a test run on a frozen lake in Sweden.

• Two-door cage match: Which compact car is king of the road?
• Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 gives more performance per dollar
• 2012 Audi R8 GT Coupe can leave you breathless

It’s well-priced as a first car, but Chevy’s small hatchback has its issues.

• 2012 VW Golf R: Playing Golf on a frozen lake
• Two-door cage match: Which compact car is king of the road?
• Chevrolet Malibu makes for good used value

The Volvo S60 T5, starting from $38,300, is loaded with safety features and shines in Sport Mode on twisty mountain roads.

• Buick quietly gaining green credentials
• 2013 Volkswagen CC is a four-door athlete on the highway
• New Toyota Camry comes cheap — and feels that way

The ZL1 may be swaying Jim Kenzie from his long-standing allegiance to the Mustang.

• Hyundai Genesis Coupe just gets better with age
• Scion discovers its sexy soul
• Mitsubishi Evo’s performance makes you act like a kid again

Owners are very pleased with their luxury sedans, although not so happy with their fuel consumption.

• Technology astounds in new Mercedes
• Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 gives more performance per dollar
• Hyundai Genesis Coupe just gets better with age

The Karma is heavy and has some tech issues, but who cares when it looks like this?

• Don’t laugh at the Leaf — it’s more realistic for our roads than you think
• Terrific inner city electric car — if you can take the range anxiety
• Nissan Leaf: A fine piece of (quiet) engineering

Not that long ago, it would have been unthinkable that Ford's future second-generation full-sized Explorer would not be available with a V8.

• If gas isn't a worry, maybe this truck's for you
• This offroad pickup has real teeth
• Ford F-Series pickups get a fuel-saving makeover

Colin and Justin take a look at the new Volkswagen Beetle and the retro Bulli concept van.

• Mazda5 puts the mini back into minivans
• Toyota vs. Nissan vs. Honda = Honda
• Nissan resumes its quest with upscale minivan

Wheels contributor John LeBlanc tests the new Aston Martin Virage Volante grand touring convertible.

• 2012 BMW 6 Series Cabriolet: Magic carpet ride worth every penny
• Roadster’s lot in life is to look good
• Review: 2011 Chrysler 200 Convertible a vast improvement over old ragtop

The seven-seat Dodge Durango pampers passengers with a refined interior and a quiet ride.

• New Kia Sorento as comfy as a Rocky Mountain hot tub
• Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG SUV really packs a big punch
• Honda CR-V redesign doesn’t mess with success