2021 Acura TLX

small-size

The only negative I would say about this car is that the fonts on the instrument panel are too small.

Also, Acura should fire the graphic designer or engineer who decided on the fixed daytime map color scheme and use of small white text outlined in black on a light background.

noise

but could be better as I hear a bit of road noise, especially on some surfaces.

however, since day one I've been having noise issues.

Another side note: the road noise from the tires was also worse on this 2nd-Gen than the 1st-Gen.

suspension

While generally well composed over smooth to moderate surfaces, it quickly loses that composure when the going gets rough.

The suspension dampening system is especially awesome despite the cars very heavy weight.

but the new suspension and SH-AWD do wonders keeping the car flat in corners.

- Suspension has been upgraded to double-wishbone.

navigation

I really only do this for local addresses, and prefer Waze or Apple Maps for long drives and to get me around Chicago traffic.

but not the more important navigation map!

Outstanding features for comfort, handling and navigation.

interior

The car is beautiful inside and out  sound system is amazing could be a tad louder

The interior is a drastic change and mostly a better place to live,

The interior ambient lighting looks really cool too.

For the money Acura delivers everything I wanted in  very nicely appointed interior.

I love the styling inside and out as well as the long list of standard features that you pay dearly for on other so called luxury brands.

As others mention, the interior styling is nice.

Outrageous styling, great handling, beautiful high end interior, amazing torque from the 2.0 turbo engine.

but i dont care as long as i like the car interiors and styling im ok:)

comfortable

- Comfort is still a little firmer ride than you might expect.

I spend time in my car and I wanted an upgrade that gave me tech, comfort, and a bit of sport if I need it.

The car drives very well on various road surfaces and provides a comfortable ride while still being capable of impressive handling.

That said, seats are comfortable (need better lumbar support though) and it drives amazing.

Good styling and comfort still early to have a full review

It’s a comfortable reliable great handling car.

Aside from that the cars comfortable, it’s very attractive (though the wheel design is a bit boring), and it shows Honda’s capable of making good products.

The steering is sharp and responsive (especially with the SH-AWD), the powertrain delivers quick and strong acceleration, the driving position is quite comfortable, and the craftsmanship is far superior to the last generation TLX.

The car is super comfortable, love all the technology

sporty

The car is a very good luxury car when it wants to be, and is fun to drive when you want something sporty.

but it doesn't come close to providing the thrill I get when I drive my Genesis G70 3.3 Sport.

Therefore, I don't use the fun Sport mode much.

The TLX it’s not trying to be a German sports car.

From the clean lines, sporty front grill, to the extra spacious leather interior and stellar performance, it's a dream sedan!

However, and this is a BIG HOWEVER, for a (now) flagship sports sedan, the ride is unbearable.

Before I had a 17 Civic Hatchback Sport Touring and I absolutely loved that car.

Sport mode gives you quicker and louder drive with good acceleration.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek

Bad- Paint chips easy,  loud road noise, 
 media screen freezes, seats stain with water spots, no functional lighting in trunk (like cant see a thing) the absolute worst is the center console.

We have the Limited model, and do not here any road noise at all.

Road noise in the new design is way down from the old design.

Its got racks, leather seats, great gas mileage, isn't too big or too small, and has great clearance and suspension!

Handling and suspension is on par with some new Audi’s I’ve driven, handles rough roads incredibly well, you will appreciate the suspension on this vehicle more and more over time.

but there is much more play of the suspension on the roadways.

It handles smoothly and can’t feel many bumps that are all over NYC and Upstate.

but it's fun to drive, rides great, it's quiet even on rough roads, and has all the features we wanted.

PROS:
Subaru awd, nice looking interior, suspension does well with BIG bumps in the road.

The suspension is very nice, not harsh at all.

The seats are comfortable, the AC is perfect for the hot summer months, Apple Car play works great for navigation and Spotify streaming, and the back up cam has helped me maneuver multiple tough spots!

Just bought new 2019 limited with upgraded nav and infotainment, and got a good price for it.

Very comfortable ft and back, heated ft sits and a top of line GPS that includes posted speed limits on every public rd.

Safe, great visibility, comfortable ride, upgrades in Limited well worth $: great navigation, stereo system, moonroof.

Excellent navigation system, stereo is perfect.

And don't let me forget to mention how cool navigation is with Apple CarPlay; you can run the whole system with voice commands.

Other than that, I love the way it handles, the comfort and the gas mileage.

but it has left me wanting something that has more control over the operations, more power, towing ability, and seat comfort.

This care meets all my needs, very reliable, very comfortable & I enjoy driving this vehicle very much & would  &  have highly recommended
this vehicle to others.

It's comfortable, spacious, it has endless features including blind spot monitoring, lane departure warnings, back-up monitoring etc.

This car is comfortable, has good milage, handles well in all weather.

I am only 5'3" and the driver's seat is very comfortable.

Very safe and reliable and comfortable excellent dealership excellent salesperson I would recommend this dealership to my family and friends victory Subaru route 27 is great

feature

Like the backup camera feature  and  all  the safety features.

The interior design is fantastic and I love the eyesight feature as it it great with cruise control.

It’s safety first and this car has a lot of awesome safety features.

The extra package with rear view defroster and fog  lights are just what I want.

Route types: 70% backroad ; 30% freeway
Driving style: 90% relaxed/cruise ; 9% aggressive/sport ; 1% utility

Got the premium model (w/o eyesight) met all expectations plus a few unexpected plus features.

I like the infotainment center, comfortable  interior and driver assistance features.

Plus the comfort, features and drive is great.

but I can live with that for all the other amazing features

safety

The glass holder is inconveniently located and my purse keeps catching on the safety brake.

Its safety rating was also a great selling point.

All of the ammenities are easy to use from the android auto, to the entertainment features, to the safety features, and even the heated seats.

The safety features are out of this world and the extras such as apple car play, sound system, rubber interior to protect the car, roof rack and towing capacity make this the perfect car for my husband and our dogs!

This vehicle is tops in safety,  it's beautiful in and out, great gas mileage, everything I need for work and pleasure!!

Safety features, ride ability, comfort, size, appearance, warranty, service packages, performance in the city and on highways.

Like the size and interior, safety features.

2019 Subaru Forester

engine

I also do not like the auto engine cutoff when you stop it traffic.

I also do not like the fact that you cannot permanently disable the engine stop&#47;start feature,

I do like the engine turning off during stop lights, or traffic jams.

The only things I’d change on this vehicle are the windshield which is prone to cracks&#47;chips more than most cars and a stronger engine or add a turbo for towing&#47;acceleration (but goodbye great MPG).

but within specified parameters,

Alarm light flashes when engine is off, whether or not the car is locked, leaving you guessing if it is locked - irritating, 

On start the radio (sound) turns on, whether or not it was on at shutoff - irritating.

It took 4 trips to the dealer and a call to Subaru of America in New Jersey to there Tech center to discover that it was a random problem, and they had just found out what was causing it, now i had 2 new motors put in already.

The Auto on/off feature that is supposed to save gas while stopped can never really figure out when to consistently engage/disengage leaving you constantly wondering what the engine is going to do next.

As the Pro Reviewer here wrote; the auto start&#47;stop feature is akin to a drunkard who cannot decide which bar to enter next, it is just constantly confused about its own job, engine on or off.

but I will give them credit where it's due: they have mated an excellent engine and transmission, so I am just not sure I would have chosen anything different (but the option for a turbo would be a great addition to next year's line up!

The only thing I don’t like is the automatic engine shut off at a ligh we’ve had the car for a few months now and both my wife and I are very happy with it.

If that isn't enough the EYESIGHT and myriad other "safety" features will bark, whine, whistle, scream, and rattle your nerves to death literally every trip.

I would give this car 5 stars if it did not have a CVT transmission , a 6 or 8 speed conventional automatic would reduce engine noise when accelerating.

The engine sounds taxed when accelerating and a bit noisy.

but yes there is definitely some road/engine noise.

The car seems extremely sensitive to any wind and drag from larger vehicles next to you, and the wind noise is very loud.

windshield

The replacement windshields are also around $1,000.

We bought the 2019 Forested less than 2 months ago in mid July 2019 at 500 miles the windshield cracked from driver side to middle of the passenger side.

Wind shield wipers needed to be fixed the first weekend I owned the car.

After driving it for 1 week a small rock hit the windshield.

radio

Great gas mileage, never have any issues other than a few radio issues here and there.

lets fast forward to  today it's in for the presets on the radio clearing every time car is shut off, apparently a software flaw.

I TOOK IT IN AND THEY REPLACED THE RADIO IN IT AND ABOUT A MONTH LATER IT STARTED DOING THE SAME THING AGAIN.

Everything is great except for the radio and gas mileage could be better.

but if you switch to the radio it will not see the phone again
You can plug it in to android auto but it still will not make or receive calls.

tank

only a couple of concerns, the cup holders are too far back and difficult to reach for the driver and the gas tank is on the passenger side.

This system makes the brakes sound like the front gun of an A-10 Warthog (the Air Forces Tank Buster).

The miles left on the tank gauge bounces around wildly and is pretty unreliable.

Better suspension, better headlights, throttle response finally improved.

They are hard, the leather is stiff, the back has sides that do not fit back well.

Plusses: Space, seeing out of the car, tremendous ride over potholes, steering, amazing seat comfort in back & front, back reclines too.

The ride is smooth and buffers the potholes in PA well.

The Auto On/Off is rough and you must disengage it every time you start the vehicle.

Apple CarPlay work great; so, I saved a few thousand dollars and did not get a navigation system.

It rides and handles great, high ground clearance which adds to its value of getting around the snow in MN, dealership is terrific, great safety/driving features, navigation system/using the screen is easy and straightforward, etc etc

What really sets it apart is the value you get from the included features, the self driving capabilities, the cruise control, the navigation, etc.

2019 Subaru ForesterTouring - So many safety features, "all wheel" drive, fit and finish is top of the line, audio system is below par, value is better than almost any car on the market, white is the best color for the market.

They should do away with the start/stop feature!

Industry leading safety features add to the appeal of the SUV.

Fantastic safety features with cameras and mirrors and sensors for me, an aging driver.

Great safety features are part of the base price.

In fact, I liked it so much I went back and traded it in for an upgraded package with the ‘20 Forester Touring.

Although, the backseat is roomy and comfortable.

Front seats are comfortable for both long and short drives.

It’s quite comfortable even on long road trips.

The ride is very comfortable and it is easy to see out while driving.

Good gas mileage- comfortable for extended trips out of town.

It handles well in snow and is comfortable to drive.

great visibility - comfortable - handles fantastic - feel very confident in NY winter weather, have driven Foresters for last 3 cars - wouldn't drive anything else

I feel both safe and comfortable in them.

I was so excited to be buying my 1st NEW vehicle and had spent 8 months researching as safety was a huge priority having 4 kids.

There are many other safety features that are standard now on the Forester.

There are a ton of safety feature alarms on the car so alarms are constantly beeping at you which is annoying and distracting.

Great chair- love all the safety features- especially cruise.

Great safety features and is fun to drive.

2019 Toyota 4Runner

(Potholes, etc. are no problem for a 4Runner!)

In my sedan you’d rock and roll over bumps, with this you just plow through them.

I paid the extra for the KDS suspension, and it is awesome.

This suv was great to drive and a good suspension handling one of best and as a good feature we can keep for longer years

Awesome performance, suspension and options.

Very good new suspension new job sound a very strong and Sequrity car I recommend to buy it if you have a family kids y very acure

- - The map doesn’t recognize many businesses making you first have to Google the business to find the address.

The internal GPS is located in an easy location to view while driving.

Intuitive Nav and controls, power and performance.

The suv is comfortable and enjoyable to drive easy to access ports radio and navigation system Handles well on all road surfaces especially luv tow package

I love the metallic grey, all the new features like GPS, Bluetooth, and heated seats are amazing.

but still has the style and comfort of a vehicle needed for long road trips and everyday driving.

I love the comfort, ride, feel, and looks of this vehicle.

It's comfortable and actually fun to drive.

This vehicle is comfortable and good on gas mileage.

It’s very roomy, comfy and love the heated seats.

After driving Toyota Avalon XLE  I fell in Love with the car It is a beautiful, it is solid, quiet, smooth better than  Lexus, it has comfortable seats, features are excellent.

ride

Love the fitting, room ride height extremely pleased with ease entry and existing the vehicle the Best Mule this winter in 4wheel maneuvering in snow and on ice.

Completely capable in weather and offroad with so many adjustments for 4wd, yet rides like a luxury car.

The fact that it's on a truck frame lends itself to a more firm ride

Pros: comfy ride, great looks, upgrades inside.

Nice ride and lots of amenities with leather heated power seats.

Somehow she discovered the new Toyota 4Runner Limited edition -- just as elegant, really great ride and handling, and much more affordable.

room

The outside alone has a slick look to it, beefy tires beautiful paint job and the inside WOW fully loaded easy to drive tons of space, I can’t wait to get this on the road for a road trip

Ours is 5 passenger seating which leaves a lots of room for our gear.

My SUV drives nicely and has plenty of room.

The running boards should extend further out from under the body to allow more room for footing.

It has higher performance than I thought a 6 cylinder would offer and offers quite a bit more cargo space than other comparable SUVs.

It’s comfort, ease of driving, AWD, and plenty of space for luggage make it an ideal choice for this role.

room, comfort, reliability, safety, and value.

Great vehicle that has plenty of comfortable passenger space as well as plenty of cargo space.

2018 Ford Edge

you cannot drive with the windows open unless they are all  fully open  to prevent bad air pressure noise.

The negatives are the interior is cheap, the front driver/passenger seats are uncomfortable, and the fake engine noises in the cabin are just horrible.

Update: now at 93,000 miles no complaints other than left-front vibrations continue.

At about 2000 miles a vibration in the gas pedal started and has continued to get worse.

After a few week the car developed a vibration in the gas pedal when accelerating that has steadily gotten worse.

Interior is finished nicely, no rattles or irritating wind noise.

Interior:  The heated and cooled seat make noise so you're going to have to get used to it,

My only complaint is the sunroof rattles.

Very difficult to see out the windshield during daylight without wearing polarized sunglasses.

I ran the defroster on high for 30 minutes and it could not clear the front windshield at 5 degree external temperature.

The Automatic Wipers are annoying at best,

A few months later, the windshield cracked and cost over $850 to repair because of all the features built into it (lane departure, park assist and surround camera).

No good center lift point for the floor jack, then the entire underside of the engine is covered with a large shield that has to be removed to access the oil drain and filter.

transmission

but a week in I had to take it back to the dealership to have work done on the Trans and brakes (at 30,000 miles) fast forward 3 months and I'm ready to trade it in!

The base engine was dangerously under-powered at altitude (6900 feet) and sluggish, shifting performance was very poor, lugging the engine.

but the transmission fails and was not able to drive.

When the transmission self destructed in our 2013 Edge, we were caught in a fix it or trade it situation.

It's not the the transmission's fault as it's the same one GM uses in its vehicles without the issue - Google and you'll learn that Ford and GM share transmissions.

Love our new Ford Edge lots to learn love the way it handles on the road we  drove it is a down pour snugged the road really well and it was on a 2 lane road it was rough cauvery and  hilly  really a nice riding car.

My new 2018 SUV Ford Escape Titanium feels solid and is quiet with a bit of a sporty suspension feel.