Hot Cars and Trucks

MSRP: $18,550 - $23,900
Fuel Economy: 37 mpg Hwy/28 mpg City

The MINI Cooper provides the driving enthusiast with a combination of fun-to-drive performance, engineering and unconventional attitude. It features a 118-hp 1.6-liter inline four-cylinder engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission or optional six-speed automatic.

MSRP: $33,600 - $44,550
Fuel Economy: 28 mpg Hwy/18 mpg City

The 3-Series delivers a special mix of sporting performance, practicality and European luxury in a compact package. It's the car that defines 'sport sedan,' and the benchmark every luxury car maker from Acura to Volvo aims at when it develops an entry-level luxury sport sedan.

MSRP: $17,515 - $26,065
Fuel Economy: 30 mpg Hwy/21 mpg City

The Volkswagen Jetta is the best deal in town if you like the idea of a solid sedan or wagon with European flair. There are three different engines: 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine generating 170 horsepower, a 200-hp 2.0L turbo borrowed from the GTI, and a new 2.0L TDI clean diesel engine for those looking for maximum fuel economy.

MSRP: $70,700 - $96,300
Fuel Economy: 21 mpg Hwy/14 mpg City

The CLS Class is Mercedes-Benz's youngest class, consisting of the CLS550 and CLS63 AMG. These models are large but handle like smaller cars and have bold but sleek lines. The CLS Class is a result of an effort to combine the sporty character of a coupe with the practicality of a sedan.

MSRP: $29,185 - $44,860
Fuel Economy: N/A

The Dodge Ram 2500 offers bold styling, big power and many creature comforts, making it ideal for work and play. It provides something for everyone with the choice of two engines (including a Cummins diesel), three cab styles (regular, Quad and Mega cabs), two wheelbases and either 4x2 or 4x4 drive types.

MSRP: $26,665 - $37,025
Fuel Economy: 26 mpg Hwy/18 mpg City

The 300 stands out with bold, imposing styling reminiscent of an art deco look of years past. Its strong lines give off a sense of power and refined stature. It's available with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. An optional long wheelbase rear-wheel drive model is available that allows for a rear seat area much larger than the standard car.

MSRP: $30,450 - $44,845
Fuel Economy: 21 mpg Hwy/16 mpg City

The Grand Cherokee retains Jeep's legendary off-road prowess while providing many luxurious and technical amenities. It's available in either a two- or four-wheel drive. The available trims are Laredo (210-hp 3.7-liter V6), Limited (305-hp, flex-fuel 4.7-liter V8), and Overland ( 5.7-liter V8) and the high performance SRT8.

MSRP: $23,015 - $27,730
Fuel Economy: 22 mpg Hwy/16 mpg City

The Jeep Liberty offers a good compromise between road-worthiness and off-highway capability for a compact SUV. It's available in two trim levels, Sport and Limited, each is offered with two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive systems. The standard engine in all Liberty models is a 210 hp 3.7-liter V6.

MSRP: $16,460 - $24,840
Fuel Economy: 30 mpg Hwy/24 mpg City

The Caliber is a fun, well-rounded package, combining the versatility of a sport utility vehicle with the value and fuel-efficiency of a compact car. It's available in four drive trim levels: SE, SXT, R/T and SRT4. The SE and SXT trims are equipped with a 148-hp 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine; a 158-hp 2.0-liter engine is also available.

MSRP: $35,985 - $51,075
Fuel Economy: N/A

The Ram 3500 offers bold styling, big power and many creature comforts, making it ideal for work and play. It provides something for everyone with the choice of two engines, three cab styles (regular, Quad and Mega cabs), two wheelbases, single or dual rear wheels and either 4x2 or 4x4 drive types.