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Kia does not have a tradition of designing the most stunning looking car, so the company's American designers took the task of making the Soul, a compact mini MPV, an eye catching look. The roomy interior and comfortable seats make it a good buy. Additionally, the tall hatchback shape makes it very convenient for carrying luggage and sports items. The Kia Soul gets its power from a 1.6-liter engine that can deliver a maximum power of 140 horsepower. The Soul also features satellite-radio connection and map lights, features that are mostly absent in cars that sell for than $17,000.

The two door version of the highly popular Hyundai Genesis sedan was recognised as the North American Car of the Year at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit earlier this year. The sportier and more powerful Coupe uses a rear wheel drive system and the suspension is as good as that of a race car. With a V6 engine, the Genesis Coupe can churn out 300-horsepower. The coupe gives you a luxurious feel with its leather-wrapped steering wheel and the Brembo brakes, which usually cost more than $25,500, also find a place in the coupe. The Genesis Coupe scores some brownie points in the looks department too. Other attractive features include trip computer, Bluetooth, iPod connection, active head restraints and electronic stability control.

Considered to be America's BMW, the Ford Taurus SHO is more powerful version of the full-size 2010 Taurus. Featuring an EcoBoost engine, with direct injection and turbo-charging, the Ford SHO brings a unique combination of fuel efficiency and muscle. The engine generates a maximum power of V-8, 365-horsepower vehicle with the fuel efficiency of V-6. Paired with the powerful engine is a six-speed automatic gearbox that boasts of steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters and all-wheel drive. A unique feature of this car is its external data sources sent through satellite radio. The live traffic feature shows incidents and traffic flow information. Adaptive cruise control, and advance safety features set it above the competition.

The Cadillac Wagon followed after the successful launch of its redesigned CTS sedan. Initially, the CTS wagon was designed for export to Europe, where people prefer luxury wagons. The CTS Wagon, built on proven CTS chassis, features a V-6 engine which is paired to a six-speed gearbox. Cadillac's edgy styling is well reflected in The wagon offers a respectable 26 mpg on the highway. The CTS Wagon features an anti-theft alarm system that works to immobilise the car through the OnStar network of General Motors.

The popularity of the Jeep Grand Cherokee was instrumental in launching the SUV boom of the 1990s. America's love affair with big, gas-guzzling hulks is pretty much over, but Chrysler believes there's a new chapter for this rugged classic. Jeep's engineers have shortened the vehicle, given it a more aerodynamic shape and equipped it with a more luxurious interior, featuring more expensive materials and higher-grade controls. It also comes with a more efficient V-6 engine while trying to remain faithful to Jeep's can-do heritage. The introduction of the Jeep Grand Cherokee is now scheduled for the second quarter of 2010.