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ORANGE COUNTY, Calif., Feb. 2, 2009; NADAguides.com, the leading provider of pricing information and market research for cars, classics, RVs, motorcycles and boats, has announced the names of the auto industry's "Best Car Buys" for 2009. Coming on the heels of the annual North American International Auto Show (Detroit), NADAguides.com is providing consumers with the industry's most comprehensive list of cars, trucks, wagons, crossovers, SUVs and, you guessed it, hybrids. The NADAguides.com Market Data Analysts (MDAs) conducted an in-depth study to identify the criteria that matter most to consumers when considering their next car purchase. If the car received high marks in each of the top five categories, it was recognized as a NADAguides.com "Best Car Buys" for 2009.
"With literally hundreds of cars on the market today, we are continually looking for ways to make the car buying experience easier for the consumer. Our "Best Car Buys" list not only highlights the top criteria buyers look for in a new or used car, but gives them a complete NADAguides.com list of cars that meet such criteria," said Michael Caudill, spokesperson, NADAguides.com. "We also didn't want to have a narrow playing field, so we identified five cars per category to really ensure the consumer has a wide selection of top vehicles."
With the struggling economy, car buyers are facing tougher decisions when considering their next vehicle purchase. The development of the "Best Car Buys" for 2009 program was to establish a guideline of criteria for new car purchases. The NADAguides.com MDAs identified five outstanding criteria as being the most important to consumers: affordability, fuel efficiency, warranty coverage, safety and depreciation. Once the criterion was set, NADAguides.com cross-referenced the information with the most current 2009 make and model data to calculate which vehicles qualified. Highlighting the list for Top Sports Car is the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer and clinching a spot on the Top Crossovers list is the 2009 Pontiac Vibe. All cars in the study proved they are the automobile industry's most affordably priced, most fuel efficient, best warrantee and highest safety rated, while at the same time all holding their value with the slowest rates of depreciation.
The following are the vehicles that ranked top five in each category: Top Coupes (Under $17,000)
1. 2009 Hyundai Accent 3dr HB Manual GS - MSRP: $9,970, 30 MPG, 33% Depreciation year 1, 5 years/60,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
"Under $10,000, the Accent is the biggest bang for the buck." - NADAguides.com
2. 2009 Honda Civic 2dr Manual DX - MSRP: $15,305, 30 MPG, 9% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"The Civic continues to define the segment with sleek lines and sporty looks... and let's not forget it gets 30 mpg." - NADAguides.com
3. 2009 Pontiac G5 2dr Cpe - MSRP: $16,980, 28 MPG, 19% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 4-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"The G5 stands out among the crowd showcasing its stylish American design and aggressive stance." - NADAguides.com
4. 2009 Honda Accord Coupe 2dr I4 Man LX-S - MSRP: $22,405, 26 MPG, 19% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"Safety, MPG, price point and warranty make the Accord Coupe a 2009 Best Buy." - NADAguides.com
5. 2009 Scion tC 2dr HB Manual - MSRP: $17,000, 23 MPG, 18% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
"Youthful looks and inspired by tuners, the Scion TC is affordably packaged for everyday driving." - NADAguides.com
Top Crossovers (under $21,000)
1. 2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr HB FWD w/1SA - MSRP: $16,100, 28 MPG, 30% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"The Pontiac Vibe continues to get better year over year. With a five-star frontal driver crash rating and 28 mpg, this American car is a NADAguides.com Top Five for Crossovers." - NADAguides.com
2. 2009 Dodge Caliber 4dr HB SE - MSRP: $16,210, 27 MPG, 30% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"Unmistakably Dodge with its aggressive front end and bold design, this is one tough looking crossover." - NADAguides.com
3. 2009 Hyundai Tucson FWD 4dr I4 Manual GLS - MSRP: $18,070, 22 MPG, 35% Depreciation year 1, 5 years/60,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
"Finding a functional and affordable small crossover has never been so easy!" - NADAguides.com
4. 2009 Nissan Rogue FWD 4dr S- MSRP: $20,220, 24 MPG, 25% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"One of the industry's most fun-to-drive sporty crossover vehicles." - NADAguides.com
5. 2009 Kia Sportage 2WD 4dr I4 Manual LX- MSRP: $16,695, 22 MPG, 40% Depreciation year 1, 5 years/60,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
"Kia puts the sport into crossovers with the 2009 Kia Sportage." - NADAguides.com
Top Luxury Cars (Under $35,000)
1. 2009 Hyundai Genesis 4dr Sdn Auto 3.8L V6 - MSRP: $32,250, 21 MPG, 32% Depreciation year 1, 5 years/60,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"The 2009 Hyundai Genesis is the best new car on the market and has set the bar higher for luxury sedans."
2. 2009 Acura TSX 4dr Sdn Auto - MSRP: $29,160, 25 MPG, 21% Depreciation year 1, 4 years/50,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"One of the most well-balanced luxury cars on the market." - NADAguides.com
3. 2009 Audi A4 4dr Sdn CVT 2.0T FrontTrak Prem- MSRP: $31,000, 26 MPG, 26% Depreciation year 1, 4 years/50,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com "Classy, sophisticated and performance driven." - NADAguides.com
4. 2009 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sdn FWD - MSRP: $32,695, 23 MPG, 24% Depreciation year 1, 4 years/50,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"Finally, an American luxury car that looks great and is affordable to drive. It also meets NHTSA's 5-star frontal driver crash rating ratings." - NADAguides.com
5. 2009 Lexus ES 350 4dr Sdn - MSRP: $34,320, 23 MPG, 19% Depreciation year 1, 4 years/50,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com "Aggressive, sexy and dependable." - NADAguides.com Top 2WD Pickup Trucks (Under $22,000)
1. 2009 Toyota Tacoma 2WD Reg I4 MT - MSRP: $15,170, 23 MPG, 32% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"Pocketbook meets Paydirt as the Tacoma is the most affordable truck in the segment." - NADAguides.com
2. 2009 Nissan Frontier 2WD King Cab I4 Manual XE - MSRP: $17,460, 21 MPG, 31% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 4-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com "Rides like a car, works as a truck." - NADAguides.com
3. 2009 Ford Ranger 2WD Reg Cab 112" XL- MSRP: $16,395, 18 MPG, 38% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"The Ford Ranger is America's truck with great affordability, MPG and a 5-star frontal driver crash rating." - NADAguides.com
4. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider 2WD Ext Cab Manual LS - MSRP: $21,135, 18 MPG, 59% Depreciation year 1, 5 years/60,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
"Well built, solid foundation, dependable." - NADAguides.com
5. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2WD Reg Cab 119.0" Work Truck - MSRP: $19,375, 16 MPG, 50% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"This full size work truck can handle any job. Under $20,000 and a 5-star frontal driver crash rating make it a NADAguides.com Best Buy." - NADAguides.com
Top 4WD Pickup Trucks (Under $26,000)
1. 2009 Toyota Tacoma 4WD Reg I4 MT - MSRP: $19,130, 19 MPG, 30% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com "Going off-road has never been as fun or as easy." - NADAguides.com
2. 2009 Ford Ranger 4WD 2dr SuperCab 126" XL - MSRP: $21,810, 16 MPG, 34% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"The Ford Ranger is America's truck with great affordability, MPG and a 5-star frontal driver crash rating." - NADAguides.com
3. 2009 Nissan Frontier 4WD King Cab Manual SE - MSRP: $23,060, 17 MPG, 34% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 4-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com "Rides like a car, works as a truck." - NADAguides.com
4. 2009 Chevy Silverado 1500 4WD Reg Cab 119.0" Work Truck - MSRP: $22,615, 15 MPG, 46% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com "Power and durability define the 2009 Chevy Silverado." - NADAguides.com
5. 2009 Ford F-150 4WD Reg Cab 126" XL- MSRP: $25,710, 16 MPG, 56% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"The #1 truck in America gets even better for 2009. Looking for the most dependable and durable truck on the road... look no further than the Ford F-150." - NADAguides.com
Sub-Compact (Under $15,000)
1. 2009 Hyundai Accent 4dr Sdn Manual GLS - MSRP: $12,920, 30 MPG, 26% Depreciation year 1, 5 years/60,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"The 2009 Accent is the perfect sub-compact sedan with 30 mpg and a 60,000 mile warranty." - NADAguides.com
2. 2009 Honda Fit 5dr HB Manual - MSRP: $14,750, 30 MPG, 22% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"Auto enthusiasts from all walks of life love this car. It's sporty and fun to drive, but is also practical with 30 mpg." - NADAguides.com
3. 2009 Toyota Yaris 4dr Sdn Manual Base - MSRP: $12,965, 32 MPG, 22% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 4-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"With a manual gearbox, this fiery sub-compact gets nearly 32 mpg making it the leader in its class for fuel economy." - NADAguides.com
4. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Sdn LS - MSRP: $11,965, 29 MPG, 30% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"The Aveo is a winner... with solid fuel economy and an affordable price range...the Aveo makes the NADAguides.com Best Buys for 2009." - NADAguides.com
5. 2009 Nissan Versa 4dr Sdn Manual Base - MSRP: $9,990, 30 MPG, 30% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 4-star frontal driver crash rating
"Under $10,000!!! The Versa takes top honors for most affordable sub-compact coming in well below the competition." - NADAguides.com
Top Sedans (Under $21,000)
1. 2009 Honda Accord 4dr I4 Manual LX - MSRP: $20,905, 26 MPG, 13% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"Year over year the Accord continues to be a consumer favorite with affordability and dependability leading the way." - NADAguides.com
2. 2009 Toyota Camry 4dr Sdn I4 Manual - MSRP: $19,145, 26 MPG, 15% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"Once again, the Toyota Camry is on top as one of the NADAguides.com Best Buys." - NADAguides.com
3. 2009 Ford Fusion 4dr Sdn I4 S FWD - MSRP: $19,035, 24 MPG, 20% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"Ford makes its way back into the top five sedans with the fun-to-drive Fusion." - NADAguides.com
4. 2009 Mercury Milan 4dr Sdn I4 FWD - MSRP: $20,320, 24 MPG, 22% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"Luxurious. The new Milan is beautifully designed and engineered." - NADAguides.com
5. 2009 Pontiac G6 4dr Sdn w/1SA - MSRP: $20,490, 28 MPG, 33% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"A performance sleeper, the G6 is aggressive and stylish making the 2009 NADAguides.com Best Buys for 2009." - NADAguides.com
Top Sports Cars (Under $25,000)
1. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sdn Manual ES-Sport - MSRP: $16,540, 26 MPG, 35% Depreciation year 1, 5 years/60,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"The Lancer is one of the best entry level sports car sedans on the market." - NADAguides.com
2. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt 2dr Cpe SS - MSRP: $23,425, 26 MPG, 19% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 4-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"This Chevy is fast, really fast. With horsepower under the hood and smooth lines, the Cobalt is a NADAguides.com Best Buy for 2009." - NADAguides.com
3. 2009 Ford Mustang 2dr Cpe - MSRP: $20,430, 20 MPG, 30% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"America's love affair with the Ford Mustang continues, but it's the affordable price tag that puts it atop the NADAguides.com Best Buys for 2009 list." - NADAguides.com
4. 2009 Subaru Impreza WRX 4dr Sdn Manual - MSRP: $24,995, 21 MPG, 18% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"It's all about horsepower and performance with the WRX. With race performance engineering and an affordable price, the WRX is a 2009 Best Buy." - NADAguides.com
5. 2009 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Conv - MSRP: $24,275, 21 MPG, 27% Depreciation year 1,3 years/36,000, 4-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"The Solstice is one of the best sports cars on the market." - NADAguides.com
Top SUVs (Under $24,000)
1. 2009 Dodge Caliber 4dr HB SE - MSRP: $16,210, 25 MPG, 30% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"American quality inside and out, the 2009 Dodge Caliber is one of the best SUVs on the road with its affordable price and stylish looks." - NADAguides.com
2. 2009 Mazda Tribute FWD I4 Manual Sport - MSRP: $19,730, 25 MPG, 26% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"The Mazda Tribute is one of the best SUV's on the market today. Whether affordability, interior creature comforts, MPG or safety, this SUV is a 2009 NADAguides.com Best Buy." - NADAguides.com
3. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 2WD 4dr ES - MSRP: $20,380, 22 MPG, 42% Depreciation year 1, 5 years/60,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"With a 60,000 mile warranty and a 5-star NHTSA rating, the Outlander is a great buy." - NADAguides.com
4. 2009 Toyota RAV4 FWD 4dr 4-cyl 4-Spd AT - MSRP: $21,500, 20 MPG, 29% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"The RAV4 is perfectly sized and reasonably priced. With a 5-star frontal driver crash rating it's one of the safest SUV's on the road." - NADAguides.com
5. 2009 Chevy Equinox FWD 4dr LS - MSRP: $24,315, 20 MPG, 34% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"NADAguides.com selected the Equinox because it's the complete package for a smaller SUV." - NADAguides.com
Top Vans (under $27,000)
1. 2009 Mazda MAZDA5 4dr Wgn Manual Sport - MSRP: $17,995, 25 MPG, 31% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com "A van with a true 'Soul of a Sports Car'." - NADAguides.com
2. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 4dr Wgn SE - MSRP: $24,230, 19 MPG, 39% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"As the foundation of the minivan segment, the Grand Caravan is the leader in building an innovative and modern van." - NADAguides.com
3. 2009 Toyota Sienna 5dr 7-Pass CE FWD - MSRP: $24,540, 19 MPG, 29% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 4-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"Sophisticated interior and plenty of room, the Sienna is a NADAguides.com Best Buy." - NADAguides.com
4. 2009 Honda Odyssey 4dr Wgn LX - MSRP: $26,355, 18 MPG, 28% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"The Odyssey is a luxurious, spacious and practical, making it a true family minivan." - NADAguides.com
5. 2009 Chrysler Town and Country 4dr Wgn LX - MSRP: $26,430, 19 MPG, 38% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/ 36,000, 5-star frontal crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"Living up to its name, the Town and Country is a great all-around minivan." - NADAguides.com
Top Wagons (under $20,000)
1. 2009 Chevrolet HHR FWD 4dr LS - MSRP: $18,720, 26 MPG, 24% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"With its retro looks and aggressive stance, the HHR is one practical compact wagon." - NADAguides.com
2. 2009 Kia Rondo 4dr Wgn i4 LX - MSRP: $18,495, 22 MPG, 39% Depreciation year 1, 5 years/60,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
"The Rondo is truly the smallest, yet functional, wagon on the market." - NADAguides.com
3. 2009 Scion xB 5dr Wgn Man - MSRP: $15,750, 25 MPG, 16% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 4-star frontal driver crash rating
"Not your traditional looking wagon, the XB has the best utility in its class." - NADAguides.com
4. 2009 Subaru Impreza Wagon 5dr Manual i- MSRP: $17,995, 22 MPG, 25% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
"This wagon's got sporty written all over it." - NADAguides.com
5. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Manual S - MSRP: $19,075, 25 MPG, 23% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 4-star frontal driver crash rating
"Clean lines, powerful, fun-to-drive." - NADAguides.com Top Hybrids
1. 2009 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sdn - MSRP: $23,650, 42 MPG, 16% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"The Civic has quickly become a top player in hybrid technology." - NADAguides.com
2. 2009 Toyota Prius 5dr HB STD - MSRP: $22,000, 47 MPG, 27% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 4-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"The Prius continues to be the benchmark for hybrid technology." - NADAguides.com
3. 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid 4dr Sdn - MSRP: $26,150, 33 MPG, 12% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
"The Camry embodies a true full-size hybrid sedan...and hits a homerun." - NADAguides.com
4. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn Hybrid - MSRP: $25,555, 30 MPG, 20% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
- Current incentives & rebates are available at NADAguides.com
"The Malibu is quickly establishing itself as a top American hybrid sedan." - NADAguides.com
5. 2009 Saturn Aura Hybrid 4dr Sdn - MSRP: $26,240, 30 MPG, 31% Depreciation year 1, 3 years/36,000, 5-star frontal driver crash rating
"Great car, great price and great looks." - NADAguides.com About NADAguides.com
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