| Auto
Insight Rating System |
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Unlike other car
reviews which may give you a basic rating, Auto Insight
conducts our car reviews by showing the test car's rating as
it compares to its competition. A rating between 70-75
is what is deemed typical for a car in its particular
class. Anything above this range shows that the
manufacturer has managed to raise the bar for the ranked
category. A rating below this range shows areas where
improvements need to be made. Below is a detailed
breakdown as to how we rate our test cars.
All cars are rated in 10 categories on a scale of 1-10. The
scoring is as follows:
1 : Horrendous. Run, don't walk, away from the dealership!
2 : Just awful.
3 : Still awful - but not as bad as a 2.
4 : Unacceptable. Flawed design or implementation can hamper
enjoyment of automobile.
5 : Below average. Something's not right and needs to be
fixed.
6 : Slightly below average, but not by much. Slight
improvements could make things OK.
7 : Average. Meets expectations for a car in its class.
8 : Good. Car ranks slightly better compared to competitors in
its class.
9 : Very good. Car meets or exceeds expectations.
10 : Excellent, stellar, near perfect! Car far exceeds expectations for its
class. A very rare ranking.
Below are the 10 different categories which we use to rate our
test cars: |
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Styling
How aesthetically pleasing is the car (internally and
externally)? |
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Amenities
Does the car have all the extras expected for a car in its
class? |
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Ergonomics
How well do the controls and cabin work with the driver? |
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Power
A cars performance during accelerating and passing? |
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Handling
A cars ability to handle curves and competently make
evasive maneuvers. |
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Comfort
How comfortable are the seats and cabin? |
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Roominess
How much room is available for driver & passengers? |
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Cargo
Space How much storage space is
available? |
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Fun
to Drive Is the car fun to drive? |
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Bang
for the Buck Is the car a good deal
for its class? |
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All
scores will be totaled for the different categories which will
provide an overall "report card" for the reviewed
car. Again, a score in the range of 70-75 is average for its
class. Any score from 76 and above
is noteworthy and is worth a second look. |
