Top 10 Models for 2009
According to Car and Driver magazine’s January Issue, they have found what they see as the “10 Best Cars” in the United States for 2009. Here is the list in no particular order.
1. Jaguar XF - the starting price is just under $50,000. Supposedly there is “bond-level gadetry and a shifter that is much more satisfying than the BMW and Mercedes column levers.”
2. Mazda MX 5 Miata - the MSRP is not being disclosed until January. According to auto writers, this car has “all-around satisfying handling dynamics, as well as impressive quality and value.”
3. Honda Fit - MSRP of $14,550. To make it look and feel bigger, there is a panoramic glass sky roof. This car has good fuel mileage.
4. Honda Accord - MSRP just under $21,000. This is an ever popular car that gets decent gas mileage and “performs like a champ.”
5. Volkswagen GTI - MSRP just under $23,000. It has a sporty feel and has been given many awards over the past few years.
6. Porsche Boxster - MSRP starts at $46,600. It has more power, higher fuel efficiency, quicker acceleration than its 2008 counterpart.
7. BMW 3 Series - MSRP around $34,000. Edmunds.com calls this car a “world-class fit and finish, ample power and a comfortable ride and handling trade-off that is unmatched by most cars at any price.”
8. BMW M3 Sedan - MSRP of $54,500. This car was around 10 years ago and is finally back. It can reach 60 mph in under 5 seconds.
9. Infiniti G37 - MSRP of $37,000. Offers, according to Car and Driver magazine, “serious horsepower, refined manners, and excellent handling.”
10. Porsche Cayman - MSRP $50,300. Many sing this car’s praises for its ”driveability, quality, no-nonsense interior, and stunning performance.”
So, here’s the list. Some of the cars are really expensive, especially when the automotive market is so tough right now. It will be interesting to see if these cars will be the top 10 SOLD models of 2009 at this time next year. I guess we’ll have to wait and see…..