2006 Dodge Magnum

Pros: Power, steering and suspension improvements, SRT seats, room, unique

Cons: Fuel economy, interior not worthy of a $40,000 car

The Bottom Line: Great choice if you want an ultra-high-performance large wagon. Even if it wasn't the only choice in this category.

Review: SRT, for "Street and Racing Technology," is Chrysler's in-house tuner analogous to Ford's SVT and Mercedes' AMG. A friend of mine had to attend the all-day "SRT Track Experience" for work (her job has some perks) and asked if I'd like to come along. The ...

Pros: - practical family vehicle, yet - a stealthy high performance sports car - great value!

Cons: - key release for hatch would be good

The Bottom Line: A practical family mover that doubles as a high performance sports car with BMW-like handling and sub-6 second acceleration. You'll need to drive it to believe it!

Review: In discussing the Magnum it is common to dwell considerably on the performance characteristics of car, since it is rare to find a station wagon with a sub-6 second time that doesn't have AMG in the name or cost close to 6 figures. The R/T Magnum is ...

Pros: It's got a HEMI. You don't see them everywhere, and lots of room

Cons: gas mileage isn't the best, not sure how resale will be.

The Bottom Line: The Magnum is a great all around vehicle. You coudl get faster vehicles, you can get roomier vehicles, but this one fits the bill for both.

Review: Upon nearing my 29th birthday, I came to a few realizations. I've always liked fast cars, but I've never owned one. I laugh at plain-Jane Camrys and Accords, and yet, there's a 2007 Camry sitting in my garage. I'm almost 29, well past the point where ...

Pros: Sleek & stylish, smooth ride, fun & easy to drive

Cons: It's big, really enjoys the gasoline.

The Bottom Line: This is a great family car - there's room for everyone and their junk. It drives great, and is really dependable and terribly cool.

Review: So, my husband's sad old Ford Focus was threatening to explode on us. With a toddler in tow and a baby on the way, we began to research options that were not mini-vans...and came upon this cooler-than-usual wagon (dare I say sexier than usual? This ...

Pros: Solid, Reliable, 5.7hemi+AWD+snow tires= an amazing winter vehicle. Looks fantastic, gobs of power, comfortable, safe.

Cons: Blind spots, interior is a little plain.

The Bottom Line: Buy it, if you need comfort, power and lots of elbow room this is your car, all without having to buy into the whole gas guzzling SUV club.

Review: Originally set out to buy a 3.5 SXT, ended up with the 5.7 R/T with AWD. This car is fantastic. Constantly draws great reviews from all sorts of people young and old alike. When was the last time a group of teens gave you a complement on your station ...

Pros: Hold on tight acceleration

Cons: Hard to see out of backing up, especially at night

Review: This is the best car I've ever owned!. I can haul all sorts of stuff, yet with the R/T suspension and Hemi it carves up the road. The accelearation is amazing! I have all of the usefulness of an SUV, but it drives like a sports car - well, a big sports ...

Pros: 3.5L engine, nice interior

Cons: Not much trunk space

The Bottom Line: Check it out!

Review: In the past few weeks,I have driven several midsize cars. Perhaps the best driver's car of the bunch, the Magnums I've driven have all had the 3.5L, "high-output" 250 horse V6, which was excellent. I would also argue that this car is one of the best ...

Pros: Fast touring, economical, roomy, solid transportation.

Cons: Big blind spot, poor gauge and cruise control placement.

The Bottom Line: If I wanted a very stylish, roomy, economical, fast and solid touring car, I would buy a Magnum.

Review: From 11 to 18 January 2006, I rented a Dodge Magnum SE with a 2.7 liter 6 cylinder engine from Dollar Rent a Car in Phoenix, AZ. I drove the Magnum 1363 miles and averaged just under 25 miles per gallon using regular. Most of the driving was on ...

Pros: Attitude, Style, Power, and oh yeah...did I mention attitude?

Cons: Acres of generic plastic dash, wee bit of lag in the transmission.

The Bottom Line: Enjoy one today! I don't know what it is...it's just a nice riding, great looking, well styled, amply-powered fun to drive automobile.

Review: I stalked this car out since it's debut in early 2005, even the early spy photos told me that Chrysler had a nice semi-hot rod on their hands. I finally had the opportunity to get my very own a couple of months ago. I picked up a nice 2006, pre-owned ...

Pros: Fun, family-friendly, excellent ride, spacious interior, excellent cornering/handling

Cons: Base 2.7 liter engine is underpowered, interior trim feels cheap

The Bottom Line: This is a smooth-riding, comfortable car that is big enough for the family without sacrificing the last bit of parental independence and individualism.

Review: This is a company car, and I didn't have a choice to upgrade the engine. I received the standard SE version with a decent option package (power seat, privacy glass, upgraded sound system, power windows, traction control), and I also opted to pay for the ...