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Thursday, July 16, 2020

Overview

Affluent folks like to show off their wealth almost as much as they like to be chauffeured, and the 2020 Bentley Mulsanne helps them accomplish both. The hand-crafted sedan is the patriarch of the Bentley family, with an imposing outward appearance and intimate cabin experience. Its forceful twin-turbo V-8 provides effortless acceleration, and the Mulsanne is surprising agile for its size.

This combination gives the Mulsanne the performance to ensure that its passengers arrive on time and in style. Inside, elegance is realized through the sedan's rich ornamentation, opulent features, and expansive roominess. Although the 2020 Mulsanne is a shining example of excess and status.

What's New for 2020?

Bentley hasn't made any significant changes to the Mulsanne lineup this year, but this ultra-luxury sedan is headed for retirement after the 2020 model year.

Pricing and Which One to Buy

Mulsanne: $316,525

With a price tag that could be confused for a mortgage, the 2020 Mulsanne is a six-figure sedan for the one percent of the population. If we were part of that select group, we'd make sure our version was a rolling showpiece. Likewise, the extended wheelbase provides the limousine-like qualities that are so important in this class.

Bentley's sheer variety of paint colors and interior options offer endless combinations that should prevent the Mulsanne from having a twin. Still, we think the 21-inch Classic wheels and ventilated front and rear seats with massage function are must-haves. We'd also spring for the Comfort and Premier specifications.

These together add more comfortable headrests and seat bolsters as well as a jewel fuel-filler cap, stainless-steel door finishers, and the iconic flying "B" radiator sculptor.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

The Mulsanne is propelled by a 505-hp twin-turbocharged 6.75-liter V-8 drives that turns the rear wheels via an eight-speed automatic transmission. Acceleration is effortless and the engine's power seems infinite.

In fact, the big Mulsanne hustles like a much smaller sedan. Although perfect for chauffeur duty, the Bentley is also a driver's car, with sharp steering and a poised chassis. Despite its size, the Mulsanne feels surprisingly narrow city streets and parking lots. For a sharper driving experience, check out the Mulsanne Speed.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

Unlike chief rivals such as the Mercedes-Maybach S-class and Rolls-Royce Ghost, the Mulsanne fuels an eight-cylinder engine versus a 12-cylinder. Despite having fewer cylinders, the Bentley's block is actually bigger and thirstier.

The EPA estimates the Mulsanne will earn 10 mpg in the city and 16 mpg on the highway. For comparison, the S650 is rated at 13/21 mpg city/highway and the Ghost has estimates of 12 mpg city and 18 highway. Currently We can't evaluate their real-world highway mpg.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

Made with the finest materials and outfitted with luxurious features, the Mulsanne's cabin is a utopia compared with most cars. The leather-swathed space can be personalized with a variety of color schemes, veneer options, and creature comforts such as massaging front and rear seats.

Everything from the door handles to the switch-gear Looks expensive, with smooth and deliberate movements that infer richness. While the front seats face a timelessly designed dashboard, the Mulsanne's main attraction is in the back. Although the regular model isn't short on passenger space, the extended version transforms the rear seats into a studio atmosphere.

With its wheelbase stretched by 9.8 inches, there's enough room to stretch out and luxuriate with the available power-operated leg rests. Of course, the Mulsanne also has plenty of interior cubby storage and a massive trunk that can store loads of luggage (Louis Vuitton, of course).

Infotainment and Connectivity

Every Mulsanne has an 8.0-inch infotainment system and a 14-speaker audio system as standard but a 20-speaker Naim system is optional and comes with a 20-GB onboard hard drive for storing music.

The Mulsanne also can be equipped with dual 10.4-inch rear-seat entertainment displays that can be detached and used as tablets.

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Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

The 2020 Mulsanne hasn't been crash-tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) or the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

Bentley does provide driver-assistance technology such as automated emergency braking, forward-collision warning, and blind-spot monitoring as standard but charges extra for adaptive cruise control. Key safety features include:

Standard forward-collision warning and automated emergency braking
Standard blind-spot monitoring
Available adaptive cruise control
2020 Bentley Mulsanne

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

Bentley backs its luxurious lineup with a warranty that spans three years and unlimited miles, but equally extravagant alternatives such as Rolls-Royce offer even better coverage.

Bentley also provides some measure of complimentary maintenance.

Limited warranty covers three years or unlimited miles
Power-train warranty covers three years or unlimited miles
Complimentary maintenance is covered for 1 year or 10,000 miles.
2020 Bentley Mulsanne

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Wednesday, July 15, 2020

2020 Rolls-Royce Phantom Review

Overview

The 2020 Rolls-Royce Phantom is not just an ultimate status symbol, it's the Holy Grail of handcrafted luxury automobiles. Its imposing design and decadent furnishings are derived from decades of building opulent motorcars for the world's wealthiest clients.

It utilizes a modern aluminum structure that rides atop an air suspension for euphoric comfort. The Phantom has few true rivals, as even the Mercedes-Maybach S650 and the Bentley Mulsanne fail to deliver the same levels of sybaritic luxury, and the Mercedes sports a price tag that's $250,000 less. How proletarian. Want to show the world you've arrived? You need a Phantom.

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What's New for 2020?

Rolls-Royce's flagship sedan receives three embellishments for 2020: A polished metal fuel filler cap, a new optional Bespoke dash clock, and the option of personalized door-panel embroidery.

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Pricing and Which One to Buy

Sedan: $452,750

Extended Wheelbase: $494,925

One does not simply choose a Phantom—or any Rolls-Royce for that matter—off the dealer lot. No. These cars are built to the exacting requirements of the millionaires and billionaires who can afford them and are often customized down to the last detail.

We won't even begin to suggest which special-order options are worth adding because, well, what would we know? We would, however, suggest springing for the Extended Wheelbase model to take advantage of its limousine-like rear-seat legroom.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

Prodigious power is provided by a 563-hp twin-turbo V-12 paired with an eight-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. Acceleration is brisk, but Rolls-Royce's claimed 5.1-second zero-to-60-mph time isn't anything you'd appreciate your chauffer trying to replicate; the Phantom is better suited for wafting along with smooth, steady inputs to throttle and steering.

To say that the ride is smooth would be an understatement: The Phantom practically levitates over the road; it features a pothole-spotting camera that helps the suspension adapt to road imperfections in real time.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

To match a Phantom owner's conspicuous consumption, the car has quite a penchant for consuming fuel. The EPA's fuel-economy estimates run as low as 12 mpg city; although the Phantom's 20 mpg highway rating actually bests the smaller Rolls-Royce Ghost's by 2 mpg. If we ever are lucky enough to have the chance to put the Phantom through our 200-mile highway fuel economy test, we'll update this story with test results.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

An interior tailored for kings can be adorned with a custom-artwork dash. Acres of wood, real metal accents, and vast expanses of supple leather cover nearly every square inch of the cabin.

Rolls-Royce offers both a standard- and long-wheelbase version of the Phantom, the latter being 8.6 inches longer, much of which is results as additional rear-seat legroom. Rear-hinged coach doors open to allow graceful ingress and egress to the rear seat where passengers can be treated to a myriad of luxuries such as deep-pile carpeted floor mats, power-adjustable seats with massage, a refrigerated console compartment, and remote controls for the car's infotainment system.

2019 Rolls-Royce Phantom Interior | Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Austin

Infotainment and Connectivity

Speaking of infotainment, the Phantom comes standard with a large infotainment display artfully hidden behind a large glass panel that runs the full width of the car's dashboard. It's controlled via a rotary knob on the center console.

Lest you think that rear-seat passengers are left out of the technology game, the Phantom also features touchscreens that motor down from each of the front seat-backs to provide access to the car's audio and navigation systems, and even offer a live TV tuner so passengers won't fall behind on their favorite shows while on the go.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) almost certainly will not perform crash testing on the Phantom due to its low sales numbers and sky-high price tag. Its dizzying array of optional tech includes night vision and a distinct laser-light system, but Rolls-Royce also offers more mundane driver-assistance features such as forward collision and lane-departure warning as standard. Key safety features include:

Standard forward collision warning

Standard lane-departure warning

Available adaptive cruise control with night vision

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

Like the Cullinan SUV and the Dawn convertible, the Phantom comes with Rolls-Royce's four-year/unlimited mile warranty and maintenance package as standard.

Limited warranty covers 4 years or unlimited miles

Power-train warranty covers 4 years or unlimited miles

Complimentary maintenance is covered for 4 years or unlimited miles.

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Tuesday, July 14, 2020

The Best Drones for Photos and Video

The best drones have brought responsive flying experiences to the masses, and their camera and streaming capabilities have made it cheaper and easier for filmmakers to take to the skies for a smooth, 4K aerial shot.

We dive into the entry-level and enthusiast options from popular drone makers, like DJI, to see what each new drone brings to the market.

If you’re an aspiring aerial photographer or videographer, a drone is your ticket to the sky.

After 55 hours of research and test flights of 17 models, we think the DJI Mavic Air 2 is the best drone because it combines a high-end camera with the latest autonomous technology for less than $1,000. We also recommend the DJI Mavic 2 Pro and DJI Mavic Mini; pilots of all skill levels will find that DJI’s drones are exceptionally reliable and easy to fly.

DJI Mavic Air 2

The DJI Mavic Air 2 combines ease of flight with long battery life and a camera that can shoot 4K video in a package that costs less than $1,000

We recommend buying the Fly More Combo, which among other things includes three rechargeable drone batteries.

The Mavic Air 2’s ability to sense and avoid obstacles approaching from the front, the back, and below, as well as to steadily hold its position even in moderate winds (DJI says it’s safe to fly in winds up to 23.6 mph), lets you focus on your cinematography instead of worrying about keeping the drone steady.

It also features DJI smart-flight modes such as ActiveTrack, which directs the drone to autonomously follow and film a subject while still avoiding obstacles. Its 34-minute battery life means you don’t have to land for a battery swap as often as you would with the competition, and at 7 by 3.8 by 3.3 inches folded and 1.3 pounds, the Mavic Air 2 can go with you almost anywhere—it fits exceptionally well in our top pick for drone backpacks.

DJI Mavic 2 Pro

The DJI Mavic 2 Pro takes many of the Mavic Air 2’s best features and, for twice the price and a slightly shorter battery life, tacks on a superior 1-inch image sensor and Hasselblad-branded camera (DJI bought a majority stake in the camera brand in 2017), which captures 20-megapixel photographs and 4K videos that look more colorful than those of the competition.

It can also sense obstacles from all directions, which means it’s safer to fly than the Mavic Air 2. And unlike the Mavic Air 2, it’s compatible with the DJI Goggles FPV headset we recommend.

DJI Mavic 2 Zoom

The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom is a great choice for aerial photographers and videographers who need to work from a distance, whether they’re shooting a child’s soccer match or wildlife. It looks and flies the same as the Mavic 2 Pro, but it trades out the Hasselblad camera in favor of a different camera that can zoom two times optically and two times digitally (with software that avoids losing detail) for up to 4x usable “lossless” zoom. However, filming with more than 2x zoom requires you to shoot at 1080p instead of 4K.

You could crop the Mavic 2 Pro’s higher-quality videos to get a similar zoom effect, but that requires you to spend more time processing videos and doesn’t allow for as wide a variety of cinematic filming options. Like the Mavic 2 Pro, the Mavic 2 Zoom features DJI’s obstacle avoidance and smart-flight mode tech, plus a 31-minute battery life and a foldable body.

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Monday, July 13, 2020

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class Review

Overview

Slotting into the narrow space between the GLA-class and the GLC-class is the all-new 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB-class compact crossover. This mini ute, however, pulls its boxier styling from the vaunted GLE- and G-class SUVs. Although it's an inch shorter than the GLC-class, the GLB has an available third row, something that neither the GLC nor the GLA offer. The GLB-class is a spacious crossover equipped with impressive standard technology, but it can be optioned with even more luxury and tech features. The GLB-class starts at a low price for a Mercedes, but adding the available options will quickly make this compact SUV cost as much as most other luxury vehicles.

What's New for 2020?

The GLB is an all-new model for 2020, expanding Mercedes-Benz's SUV lineup to include a spacious subcompact crossover to compete with the likes of the Audi Q3, BMW X1, and Volvo XC40.

Pricing and Which One to Buy

GLB250: $37,595
GLB250 4Matic: $39,595

There is just one trim level available for the GLB-class, but the 4Matic model adds all-wheel drive for $2000. From there, we'd add heated seats and the Premium package, which includes blind-spot monitoring, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, power-folding side-view mirrors, keyless entry with push-button start, and dual 10.3-inch digital displays for the infotainment and gauge cluster. There is an AMG Line body kit available, but we'd skip it since it only gives you the looks of a Mercedes-AMG without the performance of one. There will be AMG versions of the GLB available in the future, but we'll review those separately.

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Engine, Transmission, and Performance

Behind the GLB's big, grille-mounted three-pointed star is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 221 horsepower. The engine is paired with an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and either front- or all-wheel drive. Mercedes-Benz estimates the GLB250 will go from zero to 60 mph in 6.9 seconds. While we haven't been able to test a GLB250, we drove a 2020 CLA250, which sports the same engine. We didn't find that car to be very sporty, so we expect the GLB's performance to be merely adequate with that engine in this SUV.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

We haven't gotten the chance to test the GLB-class for fuel economy, but the front-wheel-drive GLB received an EPA-estimated 26 mpg combined fuel economy, with 31 mpg on the highway and 23 in the city. The all-wheel-drive version received the same numbers except for on the highway, where it was estimated to receive 30 mpg. Those numbers are comparable but slightly lower than the EPA-estimated mileage of the BMW X1.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

The GLB-class has a very spacious interior, with 20 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second-row seats and 62 cubic feet with those seats folded down, which is almost equal to that of the next-size up BMW X3. The entry-level GLB-class isn't very well appointed, coming with standard power front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a manually adjustable steering wheel. Heated seats will cost you extra, as will ventilated ones, and the third row of seats is also optional. We expect most buyers will spend money outfitting their GLB250 with popular luxury features such as leather upholstery and interior ambient lighting.

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Infotainment and Connectivity

While lacking a robust amount of standard interior equipment, the GLB-class makes up for some of that with its infotainment and technology offerings. A 7.0-inch digital gauge display and 7.0-inch touchscreen both come standard, but dual 10.3-inch screens are part of the Premium package, and a color head-up display is a standalone option. There are plenty of ways to link your phone to the GLB250, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, four USB-C ports, and Bluetooth. If you want to wirelessly charge your phone, a wireless charging pad is a $200 option.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

Neither the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) nor the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) have tested the safety of the GLB250. It comes standard with cruise control, active brake assist, and adaptive braking, and the available safety features include adaptative cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and active blind-spot assist. Key safety features include:

Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
Available lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist
Available adaptive cruise control
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

Mercedes-Benz offers warranty coverage that is competitive with its rivals, but it doesn't offer the same complimentary scheduled maintenance policy as the X1 or the Jaguar E-Pace.

Limited warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
Power-train warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
No complimentary scheduled maintenance.
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class

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