Top 5 Cars Of 2013: Best Cars Of The Year Ranked By Safety, Mileage, Value
Best Luxury Car
Tesla Model S -- $63,570 starting price
The Tesla Model S provides unbelievable handling, performance and responsiveness from four small electric engines. With instant torque, you can channel the drag racer you've always hoped of becoming. No gas means you will never have to smell those nasty fumes again because, let's face it, gas prices don't mean much when you can afford a 60+ thousand dollar car. Classic design features, like angular curves, will make this sedan look good for years to come.
Modern safety amenities come standard. Some of the safety enhancements provided over traditional vehicles include: 8 air bags; steel combined with aluminum for maximum strength; and a front crumple zone that provides the driver and front seated passenger from impacts. Also, a 17" vertically mounted touchscreen provides access to vehicle data (battery power remaining), hands free phone features via Bluetooth, GPS navigation, a Full HD backup camera, full web browsing and more.
Best Hatchback
Mazda3 Sedan -- $19,740 starting price
Mazda's redesigned Mazda3 is a fuel-sipping sports car perfect for country getaway, trips to the shore, or the urban grind. It has an admirable top speed of 132 miles per hour though that speed will defiantly get the boys in blue's attention. What's nice is that the four-cylinder engine is able to deliver this solid performance, yet not feel like most sub six-cylinder vehicles. It's never a welcome feeling to think that your car is crawling amongst highway tractor-trailers.
Best Station Wagon
Acura TSX Sport Wagon -- $31,985 starting price
A luxury car should have a luxurious driving compartment and the TSX Sport Wagon delivers. Heated leather seats come standard for those of you in cold weather environments. Easy to read and informative gauges help you make sure you're staying under the speed limit. If you feel the need to let your inner rock star come out then the seven-speaker surround sound stereo system is your pride and joy.
Best Hybrid
Ford Fusion Hybrid -- $27,280 starting price
The Ford Fusion Hybrid lets you drive all day -- heck, all week -- with an EPA estimated 47 miles per gallon combined. Inside the car you can expect to always be warmed up or cooled down with a dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control. A 10-way power driver's seat with power lumbar and a manually-adjustable passenger seat make sure picky riders are very comfortable.
Best Value Car
Ford Focus -- $16,200 starting price
Speed, safety, value and decent fuel economy make the Ford Focus one sweet ride. This isn't your grandpa's 70+ horsepower focus either. With a standard 160 horsepower engine you can really get to your destination in a heartbeat. Six airbags and good braking power make sure you get there in one piece. When you're not putting your pedal to the metal you will be able to enjoy your new Focus's sleek style and entertainment options.
Are you in the market for a new car? How do these models sound to you?