Review written on 5/1958.
The Touring segment is not for everyone. But the Pennsylvania XT may be the vehicle for you. Philadelphia Motors sure hopes it is. So this week I took a trip down to Philadelphia Motors's headquarters to test out the Pennsylvania XT. Luckily we've also tested the 8045 and the H8699 this year. So we should be able to give you a verdict on how it stands in the Touring community.

As always, our first stop with the Philadelphia Motors Pennsylvania XT was the track. This Touring may wow some people. It's certainly has better power and performance than most of its peers. The 106 hp @ 4624RPMs 2162 cc Flat4 engine is able to put a healthy amount of rubber on the road. When you do this properly, you're able to propel the Pennsylvania XT to a top speed of 101 mph and drag times of 19.862s 0 to 60 mph are a breeze. The sub-par 97 lb-ft of torque, the vehicle was only able to handle towing 22 lbs which means you shouldn't use this for your boat. Philadelphia Motors really did well with the Pennsylvania XT when it comes to the track. I certainly think this vehicle is better than most in its class. Compared to its peers in the Touring class the Philadelphia Motors Pennsylvania XT selling point should not be driveability. The Pennsylvania XT 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 the Philadelphia Motors Pennsylvania XT won't win any awards, It won't turn heads, and it certainly doesn't have a wow factor. The Pennsylvania XT does have a very well design interior. It may not be top end, but it is more than enough for long trips and everyday drivers. It makes you feel good about life. Without feeling pompous.

The Philadelphia Motors Pennsylvania XT gives you a sense of home away from home. With 28 cu-ft of cargo and passenger space the Pennsylvania XT feels like a second living room. Which was what Philadelphia Motors was probably thinking when they made this vehicle. "Lets make a vehicle that people could live in." Well Philadelphia Motors thank you, because after my wife threw me out, this is my new home. And let me tell you, it rocks!

'Spare no expense!' and 'Perfection!' are known to be mottos of Philadelphia Motors. And they show this off in their Pennsylvania XT. The build quality is no short of perfectly amazing. Hats off to their hard work.

If there was one vehicle I believe would be able to hit 1,000,000 miles easily it would be the Philadelphia Motors Pennsylvania XT. This vehicle was designed for dependability in mind.

When it came to fuel economy testing we tried to see how far we could go in the Philadelphia Motors Pennsylvania XT. Our goal was to run it out of fuel. We tried and we failed. Even when the Pennsylvania XT fuel gauge was below E, it kept going! Befuddled at this we asked Philadelphia Motors engineers how this is possible. They showed us their Motor Bunny fuel system, which just keeps going and going and going and going for an impressive 35.2 mpg. In one word, amazing.

The extra effort from Philadelphia Motors to make the Pennsylvania XT feel safer pays off. The reinforced frame makes the vehicle much more impact resistant. Don't go driving into walls your self, just take our word for it.

When you drive the Philadelphia Motors Pennsylvania XT you'll see other Touring on the road and think to your self: Why would anyone buy anything other than a Philadelphia Motors. Simple answer, they're stupid!