Editors' Top Car tech
updated May 3, 2006

In today's cars, you can get Bluetooth phone integration, GPS navigation, heads-up displays, vehicle-stabilization systems, and satellite radio--all installed at the factory. Cars from manufacturers such as Acura, Lexus, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz lead the charge by packing all sorts of useful technology into the cabin. Here are our picks for the cars that make the best use of this technology. -- Wayne Cunningham, senior editor

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Car tech	Editors' rating	Price	Summary
2007 Mercedes-Benz S550	9.7 Spectacular	Email me when product is available	The 2007 S550 is a fitting flagship for Mercedes-Benz, offering cutting-edge technology to go with excellent performance for a full-size sedan. It's expensive with all the gizmos but trumps the competition in nearly every respect. Specs: sedan , S550 , Gas

2006 Acura RL	9.0 Spectacular	Email me when product is available	Our criticisms of the 2006 Acura RL are minor compared to all it has to offer. It's marketed as a high-tech car and delivers on all fronts, from live traffic on its navigation screen to cutting-edge driving technology. Specs: sedan , 3.5 , Gas

2006 Audi S4	9.0 Spectacular	Email me when product is available	The 2006 Audi S4 commands a hefty premium over the standard A4, and although the cabin gadgets are similar, the performance gain is worth it. We had some minor issues, but overall, this is a top tech car. Specs: sedan , quattro , Gas

2006 Infiniti M35x	8.7 Excellent	Email me when product is available	The Infiniti M35x is a fine example of useful, nongratuitous high-tech luxury. Specs: sedan , Base , Gas

2006 BMW 550i	8.7 Excellent	Email me when product is available	The 2006 BMW 550i is a technology powerhouse, with performance and a features list to whet any modern enthusiast's appetite. Specs: sedan , 550i , Gas

2005 Land Rover LR3 HSE	8.0 Excellent	$49995	The 2005 Land Rover LR3 is one of the most technologically advanced SUVs made, combining midluxury comfort and ride quality with serious power and off-road ability. Specs: SUV , HSE , Gas

2006 Lexus RX 400h	7.6 Very good	Email me when product is available	As the first luxury SUV hybrid, the Lexus RX 400h makes a good first impression with its power, its fuel efficiency, and its technology. Specs: SUV , Base , Gas , Hybrid with CVT