James Riswick

Owners of the new
cars reviewed by this
critic give him/her
an overall credibility
rating of:

7.5 out of 10
Critic's Review History

In their published
reviews, this critic awards
an average score of:

83

The highest score
awarded by this critic is:

91

The lowest score
awarded by this critic is:

77

2011 Hyundai Equus

07/26/10
91
100

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James Riswick James Riswick 7.5 out of 10 2011 Hyundai Equus
Sedan

Comfort- and luxury-minded shoppers will find that for the same money, the 2011 Hyundai Equus will get them the space and equipment of a higher, more prestigious luxury class.

2011 Hyundai Sonata

07/09/10
90
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
James Riswick James Riswick 7.5 out of 10 2011 Hyundai Sonata
Sedan

The 2011 Hyundai Sonata 2.0T is a must-drive for any shopper considering a family sedan with more power than a base four-cylinder. Its combination of power and fuel economy simply cannot be matched.

2012 Audi A7

06/07/11
89
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
James Riswick James Riswick 7.5 out of 10 2012 Audi A7
Sedan

The Audi A7 is the same in so many good ways that check the logical boxes in your head, while it’s different enough to play with the strings that dangle from your heart.

2011 Chrysler 300

04/07/11
89
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
James Riswick James Riswick 7.5 out of 10 2011 Chrysler 300
Sedan

The 2011 Chrysler 300 possesses all the ingredients of a proper luxury car regardless of price or trim level. It delivers the sort of premium driving experience that its predecessor never did and that other full-size sedans do not achieve.

2011 Jaguar XJ

08/12/10
88
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
James Riswick James Riswick 7.5 out of 10 2011 Jaguar XJ
Sedan

The 2011 Jaguar XJ L Supercharged is a large luxury sedan for those who value unique style and an expressive driving character above cavernous space and functionality. Compared to its German rivals, the Jaguar XJ delivers a bolder sense of style combined with a softer sense of luxury.

2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Hybrid

01/25/11
87
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
James Riswick James Riswick 7.5 out of 10 2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Hybrid
Sedan

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a magnificent automobile. Everything looks, feels and sounds as if it were meticulously engineered to a degree that’s a step above everything else.

2010 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Hybrid

04/06/10
86
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
James Riswick James Riswick 7.5 out of 10 2010 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Hybrid
Sedan

Any luxury flagship sedan shopper who prioritizes fuel economy over power should check out the 2010 Mercedes-Benz S400 Hybrid. In fact, even if you’re not prioritizing fuel economy, the S400 is still the cheapest way to get into one of the finest cars in the world.

2011 Hyundai Elantra

05/19/11
86
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
James Riswick James Riswick 7.5 out of 10 2011 Hyundai Elantra
Wagon

The 2011 Hyundai Elantra is a great economy car: one that makes you not only forget about that humble price you paid for it, but also makes you wonder why someone would pony up for something more expensive.

2011 Dodge Durango

01/24/11
85
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
James Riswick James Riswick 7.5 out of 10 2011 Dodge Durango
SUV/Truck

Not only does this all-new 2011 Dodge Durango soar above the bar set by the truck-based SUV it replaces, it is now easily a top choice among all large three-row crossovers.

2012 Fiat 500

04/28/11
85
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
James Riswick James Riswick 7.5 out of 10 2012 Fiat 500
Hatchback

Potential buyers of the 2012 Fiat 500 shall be pleased to know that this little car is more than just an adorable face. It’s fun to drive, feels far bigger from behind the wheel than it actually is, and has a much cheaper price than a Mini Cooper.

2011 BMW X5

05/20/10
85
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
James Riswick James Riswick 7.5 out of 10 2011 BMW X5
SUV/Truck

The xDrive35i could be the pick of the X5 litter. The 35d gets better fuel economy, but it’s noisier and slower. The V8-powered 50i is, of course, a real kick in the hind end, but you certainly don’t need it, given how swift the 35i is.

2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

03/03/11
84
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
James Riswick James Riswick 7.5 out of 10 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
Sedan

The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid nevertheless achieves a balance and harmony . In this case, it’s between power and fuel economy; style and aerodynamics; and family sedan normality and hybrid uniqueness.

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