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The Bottom Line: The 2009 Pontiac Vibe GT lacks the cabin tech for modern entertainment and information. But its saving grace is the usable interior space and the good fuel economy.

Specs: Wagon, GT, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2008 Subaru Outback XT is a good all-around package, combining useful cabin tech with decent performance and admirable fuel economy from its advanced engine-management system.

Specs: Wagon, Base, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2008 Subaru Outback XT is a good all-around package, combining useful cabin tech with decent performance and admirable fuel economy from its advanced engine-management system.

Specs: Wagon, 2.5I, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2008 Subaru Outback XT is a good all-around package, combining useful cabin tech with decent performance and admirable fuel economy from its advanced engine-management system.

Specs: Wagon, 2.5I Limited, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2008 Subaru Outback XT is a good all-around package, combining useful cabin tech with decent performance and admirable fuel economy from its advanced engine-management system.

Specs: Wagon, 2.5I Ltd L.L.Bean Edition, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2008 Subaru Outback XT is a good all-around package, combining useful cabin tech with decent performance and admirable fuel economy from its advanced engine-management system.

Specs: Wagon, 2.5I, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2008 Subaru Outback XT is a good all-around package, combining useful cabin tech with decent performance and admirable fuel economy from its advanced engine-management system.

Specs: Wagon, 2.5I L.L.Bean Edition, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2008 Subaru Outback XT is a good all-around package, combining useful cabin tech with decent performance and admirable fuel economy from its advanced engine-management system.

Specs: Wagon, Base, Gas

The Bottom Line: As an inexpensive people mover, the 2007 Kia Rondo is pretty capable, although the passengers will have to content themselves with a good audio experience for entertainment, while the driver will have to rely on maps for directions.

Specs: Wagon, EX, Gas

The Bottom Line: While the 2007 Subaru Forester isn't much of a tech car, it does have a practical edge and a go-anywhere attitude that we can appreciate.

Specs: Wagon, Sports 2.5 XT, Gas