Coupe/Hatchback

2009 Nissan GT-R
The 2009 Nissan GT-R is a technical tour de force, with evidence of brilliance throughout. We would have a hard time with the GT-R as an everyday driver, but it offers fun and exhilaration at heart-stopping levels.

2009 Toyota Matrix S AWD
The 2009 Toyota Matrix, when equipped with all-wheel drive, works as a practical car for people living in wintery regions. However, it forces some pricey technology trade-offs and doesn't let you have it all.
Specs: Sedan, S, Gas

2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
The small wagon body style of the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and its low emissions power train make it a practical everyday vehicle, but its lack of any good cabin electronics make it a poor tech car.
Specs: Wagon

2008 Audi A5
The 2008 Audi A5 is a beautiful coupe with an excellent sound system, making it fun to cruise around in or take on jaunts to the country. But it lacks some practicality with its mediocre mileage and navigation system.
Specs: Coupe, quattro, Gas

2008 Mini Cooper S Clubman
Mini makes the 2008 Mini Cooper S Clubman a bit more practical with extra cargo area, while preserving the things that made the relaunched Mini stand out in the first place.
Specs: Coupe, S, Gas

2008 BMW 135i Coupe
Although we have some minor criticisms, the 2008 BMW 135i is, overall, an excellent car to drive every day or take out on the track. It scores big in performance and cabin tech.
Specs: Coupe, 135i, Gas

2008 BMW M3 Coupe
The 2008 BMW M3 is a tame lion. It's easy to handle among traffic and urban driving, while ferocious on the track or out in the hills. Its cabin electronics are among the best available.
Specs: Coupe, M3, Gas

2008 Audi R8
The 2008 Audi R8 is a serious blast to drive on the right roads and would be incredible on the track, but we recommend going with the manual transmission to make it more drivable in everyday circumstances. The cabin electronics work well enough but aren't cutting edge.
Specs: Coupe, quattro, Gas

2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 Coupe w/Navigation (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
Fun and practical to drive, the 2008 Honda Accord Coupe is sporty and looks good. Its navigation system, while basic, gets the job done, and it has added features such as Bluetooth cell phone integration.
Specs: Coupe, EX-L V-6, Gas

2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
Fun and practical to drive, the 2008 Honda Accord Coupe is sporty and looks good. Its navigation system, while basic, gets the job done, and it has added features such as Bluetooth cell phone integration.
Specs: Coupe, EX-L V-6, Gas