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The Bottom Line: Although not the most modern rig for cabin comforts, the 2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid is economical and fun to drive.

Specs: Sedan, Hybrid

The Bottom Line: While the 2010 Honda Insight EX with navigation may not be as mileage-friendly as the Prius, it represents a much better value and is more fun to drive.

The Bottom Line: The 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 offers rock-solid performance in a very practical small SUV configuration, but cabin tech lacks really cutting-edge features.

Specs: SUV, GLK350, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2009 Audi S8 is a very powerful big sedan with some excellent handling features, but it doesn't offer all of the latest in-dash gizmos, and you trade a luxury ride for performance.

Specs: Sedan, S8, Gas

The Bottom Line: In this touring configuration, the 2009 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible is an easy car to drive in almost any situation, with monstrous power on tap, but the cabin tech feels like a mishmash of components.

Specs: Convertible, Gas

The Bottom Line: For 2009, the Mazda Mazda6 i Grand Touring has grown into a formidable competitor in the midsize sedan market, though its impressive array of cabin tech is marred by a few glaring omissions.

Specs: Sedan, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL550 impresses with plenty of gee-whiz features while offering a more than comfortable ride, but some of its core cabin tech is subpar.

Specs: Coupe, CL550, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2009 Hyundai Genesis 4.6 is an excellent car for cruising around and listening to music, but it doesn't offer all the latest cabin tech, and some of its veneer of luxury wears thin when exposed to close scrutiny.

Specs: Sedan, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is a big family hauler with a few modern features. It shows a good direction for Chevrolet, but hasn't quite caught up with the rest of the world.

Specs: SUV, LTZ, Gas

The Bottom Line: Although not the car we would consider fun to drive, the 2009 Lincoln MKX's entertainment system delights, while information services can keep you out of bad traffic and help you find the cheapest gas.

Specs: SUV, MKX, Gas