Consumer Reports New Cars – November 2019

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Ram 1500

The redesigned Ram 1500 continues to be the most comfortable-rid-

ing full-sized pickup truck, partly due to its rear coil-spring suspen-

sion. The smooth 5.7-liter V8 carries over, and with the mild-hybrid

option, ensures smooth stop-start at idle without compromising

the A/C. We got 17 mpg overall with it. The base 3.6-liter V6 has that

setup as standard equipment. Handling is secure and responsive for

such a large truck. The cabin is extremely quiet. In most versions,

four-wheel drive can remain engaged indefinitely, a plus. Rear-seat

room is generous, and the Uconnect touch-screen infotainment sys-

tem is easy to use. The top trim Limited is lavishly furnished inside

and features an enormous 12-inch touch screen for the Uconnect

system. Advanced safety features such as forward collision warning,

automatic emergency braking, and blind spot warning are optional.

Overall Score 64

Predicted Reliability 02

Owner Satisfaction 05

Road-Test Score 83

Front-Crash Prevention Opt.

Base Price: $31,795-$57,040

Body Styles: crew cab; extended cab

Trim Lines: Big Horn, Laramie,

Laramie Longhorn, Limited, Rebel,

Tradesman

Drive Wheels: Rear, 4WD

Seating: 2 front, 3 rear

Engines: 3.0-liter V6 turbodiesel (240

hp); 3.6-liter V6 (305 hp); 5.7-liter V8

(395 hp)

Transmissions: 8-speed automatic

Length (in.).................... .233

Width (in.) ......................82

Height (in.) ......................78

Wheelbase (in.) .................145

Weight (lb.) ..................5,355

% weight front/rear ...........59/41

Max. Load (lb.) ...............1,690

Cargo Volume, cu.ft.............. NA

Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........11,340

Regular or diesel

CR overall mpg ..................17 Worse than average

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Porsche Panamera

The second-generation Panamera preserves the original’s sporty

Porsche driving experience. This large, four-door luxury car hides

beneath a coupe silhouette and retains its versatile hatchback con-

figuration. New turbocharged engines provide plenty of motivation.

An optional air suspension and advanced safety features are also

available. The Panamera delivers performance and agility along with

enough room for four adults to ride comfortably. All versions except

for the base car come with all-wheel drive. The new interior features

a large touch screen to interface with audio, navigation, and various

settings. Also new is a confusing electronic gear selector, which is

surrounded by a piano-black surface that houses many f lush buttons.

Overall Score NA

Predicted Reliability 03

Owner Satisfaction 04

Road-Test Score NA

Front-Crash Prevention Opt.

Base Price: $86,300-$196,600

Body Styles: 4-door hatchback

Trim Lines: 4, 4 E-Hybrid, 4S, Base,

Executive, Sport Turismo, Turbo

Drive Wheels: Rear, AWD

Seating: 2 front, 2 rear

Engines: 2.9-liter V6 turbo (440 hp);

2.9-liter V6 hybrid (462 hp); 3.0-liter

V6 turbo (330 hp); 4.0-liter V8 turbo

(550 hp); 4.0-liter V8 hybrid (680 hp)

Transmissions: 8-speed sequential

Length (in.)..................... 199

Width (in.) ......................76

Height (in.) ......................56

Wheelbase (in.) .................116

Weight (lb.) ...................4,125

% weight front/rear .............NA

Max. Load (lb.) ................ 990

Cargo Volume, cu.ft............... 17

Towing Capacity (lb.) ............NR

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EPA combined mpg ..............23 Average

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