Standard Sedan

The Bottom Line: While we love the 2010 Lincoln MKZ's cabin tech, the next model update should take advantage of more efficient engines currently under development at Ford.

Specs: Sedan, Gas

The Bottom Line: Although not much of a tech car except for a couple of important features, the 2010 Kia Forte SX provides economical and practical transportation.

Specs: Sedan, Gas

The Bottom Line: We like that the HS250h packs a good deal of cabin tech and luxurious refinements, but we wonder if the decidedly average fuel economy is worth the additional complexity of the hybrid drivetrain.

Specs: Sedan, Hybrid

The Bottom Line: The 2009 Volkswagen Touareg TDI makes for a practical and stylish diesel SUV option, but its cabin tech only partially passes muster.

Specs: SUV, V6 TDI, Diesel

The Bottom Line: The 2009 Audi Q5, in Prestige trim, offers some of the best tech of any small SUV, along with incredible road performance.

Specs: SUV, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2010 Ford Taurus SHO combines an impressively fast, cutting-edge engine with cabin tech that is still ahead of the competition--even after appearing in Ford cars for a year already.

Specs: Sedan, Gas

The Bottom Line: If you can pay for the gas, the 2009 Mercedes-Benz S550 has many features to recommend it, and offers an incredibly comfortable ride, but don't expect it to play well with your personal electronics.

Specs: Sedan, S550, Gas

The Bottom Line: As a tech car, the 2010 Mercury Milan Hybrid hits all the right notes, providing comfortable and economical driving while offering an incredible array of convenience for the driver and passengers with its cabin tech.

Specs: Sedan, Hybrid

The Bottom Line: Although the 2009 Audi A6 3.0T is comfortable and fun to drive, we recommend waiting for the 2010 model, which will feature Audi's updated navigation system.

Specs: Sedan, Gas

The Bottom Line: Despite some power-train limitations, the 2009 Dodge Avenger SXT comes in as an efficient and practical choice among midsize sedans, with some cabin tech features not available elsewhere.

Specs: Sedan, SXT, Gas