Review written on 3/1940.
Philadelphia Motors just released a new Touring called the Pennsylvania Turbo. We've been waiting to see this vehicle in person. And now that we have, we can make our opinions known. Is it truly better than the class leader? The Pennsylvania Turbo. Or is even the lowly Nehebkhau L2462 better than it? Read to find out more!
The first stop for the Philadelphia Motors Pennsylvania Turbo was the track. I won't lie. I was scared. This Touring is built for performance. Philadelphia Motors cut no corners when designing this vehicle for speed. The vomit stains on the carpet prove that the 105 hp @ 3121RPMs 4976 cc V4 engine roars this rocket to a top speed of 97 mph in an impressive 20.465s 0 to 60 mph. If this doesn't drop your jaw, the 142 lb-ft of torque will spin the earth in the opposite direction, the baby can tow 22 lbs which is amazing! I'm guilty wanting to steal this one for my self. Compared to its peers in the Touring class the Philadelphia Motors Pennsylvania Turbo selling point should not be driveability. The Pennsylvania Turbo offers bare bones handling. There is just enough grip in the wheels to keep you from flying off the side of a cliff... But not much. On the track, it is not much better.
While certainly does not have the best features or materials. The Philadelphia Motors Pennsylvania Turbo does provide the bare necessities required in a vehicle of this type. No more and no less. As well as it should. If you wanted to spend that extra bit you would of bought the better vehicle. Was Philadelphia Motors wise in this respect? Maybe, but we do think they should of offered at least a little more bang for the buck so to speak.
Amazingly spacey the Philadelphia Motors Pennsylvania Turbo can bost 29 cu-ft interior and cargo space. This vehicle is massive compared to most. It's one of our top choices when it comes to practicality.
Philadelphia Motors has really put some effort into the production of the Pennsylvania Turbo. And it shows in the construction quality of the machine. Panel gaps are non-noticeable. Nothing shakes or rattles when driving down the road. It's a well-built vehicle.
Engineers at Philadelphia Motors managed to make the perfect vehicle. It has absolutely not issues until hours after the warranty expires. We tested this phenomena 5 times on the Philadelphia Motors Pennsylvania Turbo and every time they had a major breakdown within a week after the warranty expired. While great for Philadelphia Motors this is probably not a vehicle you should buy if you plan on keeping it. The dependability of the Philadelphia Motors Pennsylvania Turbo leaves a lot to be desired.
At 17.0 mpg, the Philadelphia Motors Pennsylvania Turbo isn't exactly an economic vehicle. It won't break your bank when fuel prices are low, but when fuel prices are normal or even high, it can be painful at the pump.
Safety is another important topic on the minds of many. The Philadelphia Motors Pennsylvania Turbo maintains the average amount of safety features for this type of vehicle. While not overly impressive, it should be enough to keep you alive in most cases. Don't expect miracles however.
In the end the Philadelphia Motors Pennsylvania Turbo provide decent value for the money. It's not the best car in the Touring segment, but it won't disappoint. You could do a lot worse. If this model appeals to you I see no reason to dissuade you from it.