August 23, 2008 6:00 AM PDT
2. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG
Editors' rating: 8.4
The good: A powerful V-8 engine and a smart seven-speed automatic transmission make up the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG's power train. High points in the cabin electronics include excellent sound from a Harmon Kardon stereo, hard-drive music storage, and a full-featured Bluetooth phone system.
The bad: Gas mileage isn't going to be good with a 6.2-liter engine. The navigation system doesn't offer traffic or weather, which are features that are starting to be incorporated in other cars.
The bottom line: The 2009 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG combines very impressive performance on road and track with first-rate cabin electronics, making it fun and convenient. Just make sure you budget for gas.
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Base price: $55,975
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