Pros
All-weather hardtop, high-quality interior, refined ride with 17-inch wheels, good fuel economy, many safety features, golfer-friendly trunk.

Cons
Poor rear visibility, limited top-down trunk space, cramped backseat, weak acceleration, rear end looks bulbous and awkward.

What's New for 2010
The 2010 Lexus IS 250C is an all-new retractable-hardtop convertible version of the IS sedan that features the smaller of two available engines.

Pros
Sharp handling, livable ride from sophisticated chassis, capable engines, sporty cabin design, good value.

Cons
Manual transmission's lack of smoothness and precision, lackluster stereo performance.

What's New for 2010
The 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is all-new.

Pros
Roomy seating, carlike driving dynamics, quiet cabin, available all-wheel drive.

Cons
Compromised cargo capacity, button-heavy center stack, controversial styling.

What's New for 2010
The 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour debuts as a crossover wagon version of Honda's venerable midsize sedan.

Pros
Refined ride, quiet interior, wide variety of cab and bed configurations, top crash-test scores, good-looking and functional cabin.

Cons
Lackluster performance for this segment, steering wheel doesn't telescope.

What's New for 2010
After a full redesign last year, the big news for the 2010 Ford F-150 is the return of a Harley-Davidson trim level and the introduction of the high-performance SVT Raptor. Beyond that, the flareside body style has been phased out, and there are minor equipment adjustments for certain trim levels.

Pros
Distinctive design inside and out, ample interior space, many safety-oriented features, long list of standard equipment, strong turbocharged engine.

Cons
Subpar fuel economy, unremarkable base engine, not as sporty as some rivals.

What's New for 2010
The 2010 Volvo XC60 is all-new. This small luxury crossover boasts an upscale interior, a choice of inline six-cylinder engines and many safety-oriented features.

Pros
Lively performance; sporty handling; comfortable front seats; available all-wheel drive.

Cons
Polarizing styling; limited headroom in rear seat; too much hard plastic in cabin.

What's New for 2011
The Nissan Juke is a new model for 2011.

Pros
Practical interior, good value compared to competition, long powertrain warranty.

Cons
Both engines lack oomph, disappointing fuel economy.

What's New for 2010
Other than a couple of minor feature revisions, the 2010 Kia Sportage is unchanged.

What's New for 2011
The 2011 Kia Sportage has been redesigned for 2011

Pros
Sensuous styling, coupe's stellar V8, sharp handling, upscale interior, available convertible body style.

Cons
Artificial steering feel, convertible is pricey and lacks a retractable hardtop and the coupe's V8.

What's New for 2010
The 2010 Audi S5 gets a cabriolet (soft-top convertible) variant that's available only with a new supercharged V6, whereas the coupe keeps the previous V8. Also, the S5 receives Audi's standardized trim level structure, and navigation-equipped S5s get the third-generation MMI system with a revised controller and real-time traffic.

Pros
Sporty handling, stylish interior, nicely equipped, excellent crash test scores.

Cons
Lackluster fuel economy, firm ride.

What's New for 2010
The 2010 Acura RDX receives a base front-wheel-drive version as well as revised exterior styling, automatic headlights, a tweaked braking system, a back-up camera, Bluetooth streaming audio compatibility, a USB jack and ambient footwell lighting.

Pros
Luxurious interior, high-tech features.

Cons
Cramped backseat, compromised cargo capacity, unimpressive power from V6.

What's New for 2010
The 2010 Acura ZDX is a new style-driven midsize luxury crossover.

Pros
Capable handling, comfortable and roomy front seats, quick acceleration.

Cons
Negligible fuel economy gains, hefty price, cramped rear seats, limited cargo space, poor rearward visibility, heavy curb weight.

What's New for 2010
The 2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 is an all-new hybrid model.

Pros
Superbly refined in every respect, dizzying array of high-tech features, classic styling, impressive performance.

Cons
Complex navigation and audio systems, cramped rear seat.

What's New for 2006
The AMG Sport package, with AMG-designed bumpers, side sills and 18-inch alloy wheels, is now standard. The CL600 loses its integrated cell phone but picks up some former options as standard equipment, among these Keyless Go, an electronic trunk closer and a heated steering wheel.

Pros
Tire-shredding torque available at any speed, crisp and predictable handling, still comfortable despite its sporting intentions.

Cons
No manual transmission available, tight backseat, not as involving a drive as Audi's S4.

What's New for 2006
The high-performance C55 receives no significant changes this year.

Pros
More fun to drive than most family cars, slick-shifting manual transmission, smooth power delivery, nicely appointed interior, multiple body styles.

Cons
Tight rear-seat accommodations, engines lack the vigor of the competition's, interior materials aren't always top quality.

What's New for 2006
For 2006, all vehicles in the Mazda 6 lineup have revised front and rear fascias, while sport package-equipped models get a new grille and side sill design. The optional automatic transmission on four-cylinder models is upgraded from a four-speed unit to a five-speed. Additionally, the V6 has been modified to improve exhaust emissions, resulting in 5 less horsepower (now 215). ABS and traction control are now standard on all i models, while all s models now come with an eight-way power driver seat, an alarm system and a standard side and side curtain airbags.