Honda Automobiles

The Bottom Line: As a city car, the 2010 Honda Fit scores mainly for its versatile interior. Dated cabin tech is a little bit of a letdown, as is the complete lack of Bluetooth phone support.

Specs: Hatchback, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2010 Honda Pilot provides room and entertainment for many passengers, but its cabin tech isn't of the highest caliber and innovative engine technologies don't deliver on their promise of increased fuel economy.

Specs: SUV, Gas

The Bottom Line: While the 2010 Honda Insight EX with navigation may not be as mileage-friendly as the Prius, it represents a much better value and is more fun to drive.

The Bottom Line: If you like a fun, fast ride, the 2009 Honda Civic Si will make you smile. With navigation, phone connectivity, and modern digital music sources, it also makes a practical daily driver.

Specs: Coupe, Si, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2009 Honda Civic LX-S represents a good mix of efficiency and value with just a touch of fun, but those looking for tech options beyond the most basic level will want to look at the Civic EX and EX-L models.

Specs: Sedan, LX-S, Gas

The Bottom Line: Honda made many positive changes for the 2009 version of the Fit, ending up with a car that features excellent fuel economy and some decent cabin tech.

Specs: Sedan, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2009 Honda CR-V EX-L's small size and Civic-like handling make it a great choice for city dwellers who occasionally need to haul things--or people. While the cabin tech is impressive, a few more features, such as Bluetooth or iPod connectivity, would make it a home run.

Specs: SUV, EX-L, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2009 Honda Pilot EX-L is a solidly built SUV, but it feels underpowered for its size. Technophiles will want to step up to the Touring trim level or look elsewhere.

Specs: SUV, EX-L, Gas

The Bottom Line: Even with a redesign, the 2008 Honda Odyssey looks like a minivan from the last century, and its cabin tech barely gets it into this one. But it offers practical and economical transportation for a lot of people.

Specs: Van, Touring, Gas

The Bottom Line: For point A to point B usefulness, a Honda is never a bad choice when the budget demands practicality. The 2008 Civic EX-L with navigation offers quite a bit for the money.

Specs: Sedan, EX-L, Gas