Auto Doctor: Car engines burn oil faster than ever
A car such as the 2011 Audi A4, pictured above, can be expected to burn through a quart of oil every 6,000 miles. In fact, even a quart for every 1,000-plus miles is considered within the normal range. Credit: Audi
The Toyota Highlander has been around for many years and has had some issues. The new offering is unlike the Highlander of the past. The major improvements are gas mileage, power performance, creature comforts, ride and handling. A well-optioned Highlander 4WD will sticker around $36,000. Mileage 17 city 22 highway. It's not real big and handles more like a car than an SUV.
The Volvo XC60 T6 AWD R-Design is an SUV on steroids with more power than you will ever need. The turbocharged 6-cylinder is rated at 325 horsepower. At any speed, in any gear, when you press on the accelerator you are gone. The SUV rides and drives more like a sports car. -- Junior Damato, Motor Matters
