Optional Coupe/Hatchback

The Bottom Line: Equally appealing to geeks and gearheads, the 2009 Infiniti G37 Coupe combines an athletic presence with a high level of performance and a complete cabin tech package to make a vehicle that's attractive from almost every angle.

Specs: Coupe, x, Gas

The Bottom Line: 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

The Bottom Line: 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

The Bottom Line: The redesigned 2008 Volvo V70 is a stylish grocery getter with plenty of get-up-and-go. Its entertainment and active safety tech options are impressive, but its lack of Bluetooth hands-free calling is a disappointment.

Specs: Wagon, V70, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2008 Volvo C30 makes for a fun and sporty little car that will stand out in a crowd. It can be optioned up with the full range of tech, though its stereo interface leaves something to be desired. Leave out the automatic transmission option in favor of the manual.

Specs: Hatchback, T5 Version 2.0, Gas

The Bottom Line: Good-looking and one of the most fun cars on the road, the 2007 Mini Cooper S is well-engineered throughout. While we were impressed by the audio and handling, these can be made even better with an optional premium speaker system and a limited slip differential.

Specs: Hatchback, S, Gas

The Bottom Line: The RX-8's video game looks and rotary engine give it a technology edge, but its lack of cabin gadgets keeps the focus on driving.

Specs: coupe, Automatic, Gas

Specs: hatchback, GLS TDI, Gas, Diesel

Specs: coupe, GT3, Gas

Specs: hatchback, GLS 1.8T, Gas, Diesel