$110 - $130 In-dash car stereos

The Bottom Line: The Blaupunkt New Orleans MP58 is a capable car stereo with support for a range of digital audio formats, a good music selection interface, and a stylish faceplate design. Its lack of iPod compatibility lets it down though.

The Bottom Line: The Sony CDX-GT620IP is a value-for-money iPod-compatible car stereo with good usability and decent sound quality.

Specs: Radio / CD / MP3 player, Radio tuner, CD / MP3 player, Audio line-out, Audio line-in

The Bottom Line: With its sophisticated digital processor and car-specific acoustic output, the JVC KD-S100 is an innovative addition to the aftermarket audio world. Its limited availability and vague pricing restrict its appeal, but new car owners may well see it as a worthwhile means of significantly improving their in-car audio.

Specs: Radio / CD / MP3 player / USB flash player, Radio tuner, CD / MP3 player, Audio line-in, Audio line-out, USB, Remote control, IP-Bus

Specs: In-dash, CD text, ID3 tags support, 50 Watts x 4, Amplifier, DVD player, Radio tuner, CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, Video CD

Specs: Radio / digital player, Radio tuner, Audio line-in, Audio output, USB

Specs: Radio / CD / MP3 player, Radio tuner, CD / MP3 player, Audio line-in, Audio line-out

Specs: In-dash, LCD monitor, Built-in clock, Flip-down faceplate, Rear-facing camera capability, 50 Watts x 4, In-dash unit integrated, Amplifier, DVD player, LCD display, Radio tuner, CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, Video CD

Specs: Radio / CD player, Radio tuner, CD player