Review written on 2/1963.
The Touring segment is not for everyone. But the W6571 may be the vehicle for you. Alpleon sure hopes it is. So this week I took a trip down to Alpleon's headquarters to test out the W6571. Luckily we've also tested the U3526 and the Maryland this year. So we should be able to give you a verdict on how it stands in the Touring community.

It has been a long time since I've driven a Touring that performed as well. I really hoped that the Alpleon W6571 would fix the performance funk we've had lately. Much to my chagrin, the W6571 did great! The 114 hp @ 3119RPMs 3446 cc Flat6 engine was able to launch the car. Getting out of the car I had to pop my neck. While there are faster Touring the W6571 does better than most. On our speed tests we were able to get the W6571 up to 95 mph and on the strip we did an impressive 17.133s 0 to 60 mph. If this doesn't drop your jaw, the 154 lb-ft of torque will spin the earth in the opposite direction, the baby can tow 2912 lbs which is amazing! While Alpleon W6571 will never become a track car, it is one of the better performers. The handling characteristics of the Alpleon W6571 is borderline acceptable for a Touring. We wouldn't buy it for a tracking or narrow city streets. But for most people, who care little for driving, it is fine.

Alpleon's interior design stands out among its peers. The material selection is fantastic, each seat is crafted by fine artisans, and the ride quality outstanding. W6571 is also full of features other drivers can only dream about. You will not want to leave the inside of this vehicle.

The Alpleon W6571 gives you a sense of home away from home. With 34 cu-ft of cargo and passenger space the W6571 feels like a second living room. Which was what Alpleon was probably thinking when they made this vehicle. "Lets make a vehicle that people could live in." Well Alpleon thank you, because after my wife threw me out, this is my new home. And let me tell you, it rocks!

It may not be much in this day and age, but the Alpleon W6571 is above its class average when we looked at the physical quality of the machine. While other manufacturers cut corners, Alpleon looks to keep their image and public perception high. They do a good job at that with the W6571.

The Alpleon W6571 did very well on our dependability tests. We did not have any major issues in long term testing. The minor issues we did have were easy to resolve and not very costly. We believe that the Alpleon W6571 is dependable enough for even the most unknowledgeable owner. It proper care and maintenance, even if done by a shop, the Alpleon W6571 should last a very long time.

Out on civilian streets you'll never be thought of as a eco-maniac while driving your Alpleon W6571. With its sub-par 24.3 mpg the W6571 will hit your wallet hard. Don't worry, the gas station clerk is a nice guy!

While talking with engineers at Alpleon we found out that the W6571 was designed to be nuclear bomb proof. While we don't really know if that is bluster, we do sort believe them. Specially when it ran through the concrete brick during crash testing without leaving a dent on the hood.

In the end the Alpleon W6571 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.