Wow, this does not look good...like at all

The TRD Pro is not a true comparison to the standard Ranger as the Taco Pro comes with some upgraded bits...It should be the Pro vs the ZR2 vs (insert Ranger special off-road trim here)

You’re an idiot if you pay $600 for the fluid change.

A S3/R is not leaps and bounds greater than a GTI in terms of performance...it’s the same motor with a larger turbo. Yes, a GTI can get the job done but it always felt like it needed just a little more power out of the factory...I actually did the opposite, came from a GTI and into a S3. Mostly for two reasons,…

That’s explicitly stated in this article...

I actually hope the gas tax gets repealed for the sole fact it was not brought to the people for a vote. The repeal legislation will make it so all future gas tax increase proposals must be taken to the ballot. It’s not only a gas tax that the measure effects, but also a new vehicle registration fees based on vehicle…

That’s cool and all but what about those that can’t afford a fancy new EV?Let’s not forget how that’ll affect the economies in places such as Hawaii and CA with already ridiculously high prices....It’s always easier said than done.

The only one that loses in a mustang race is the pedestrian.

No they aren’t, especially in stop and go LA traffic.

Exactly this. LA traffic will never allow you to leave enough space. 

Not sure where you been but most autos have a “Sport” mode now allowing you to control the gear selection...

god I hate fake vents, especially on the front bumper

Everyone needs to get over it. Outside of Jalopknik no one cares it’s not coming with a manual option.

Then don’t buy one....

Now this is proper

I don’t see it being annoying really and it’s not as bad as you make it out to be. Also, I commute in LA traffic so I have a good idea on how it behaves in that situation...I actually sold my manual S4 to get back into a DCT

Just walking into a kia dealership alone is off putting. When I went to test drive one, it was rather an annoying experience being treated in an unfavorable manner. Ironically my experience walking into an Audi dealership was the exact opposite, actually being treated respectfully and ended up being a very pleasant…

It’ll be just like the plethora of manual mk 7.5 Rs sitting on dealer lots marked under msrp.

What, where in LA are you experiencing this? FYI, you’re not supposed to drive fast through parking lot exits...A lot of crossings and residential streets have purpose built dips in them to prevent drivers from speeding.

Pretty much this. I picked up new s3 that was sitting on the lot for around 200 days. They had 16 total sitting for awhile with 2 others specd exactly like mine. I went for the one that sat the longest of the 3 and during negotiation was able to get $7600 off sticker.