The world-famous men's magazine Playboy published on its pages an unusual rating of the best cars that US residents will be able to buy in 2011. The selection criterion itself can be called non-standard. He did not take into account such traditional qualities as speed advantages, safety, profitability or friendship with the environment that is so relevant now. The main parameters for identifying winners were the style, sexuality, and car performance.
The fact that the list of the best included expensive cars and prestigious brands did not surprise anyone. The highlight was that almost all of the models mentioned were not yet on sale. But, along with the handsome iron men, the list also included quite modest in price and already mastered by American buyers cars. We bring to your attention the top 10 best cars of 2011 according to Playboy in various nominations.
10. Mercedes SLS AMG in the nomination "Iron Horse"
"Iron Horse" - a nomination for the fastest and most beautiful. Here, the Mercedes SLS AMG racing supercar was out of competition. The luxury sports car with upward-opening doors in 2010 became the official safety car in Formula 1. To ride on such a horse to the red carpet or to a prestigious presentation, you will have to pay about $ 250 thousand (price in the USA).
9. Honda CR-Z "Best Hybrid"
In this nomination, the sports Honda CR-Z won. Compact, with a renewable energy source and zero emissions - this is how the abbreviation of this CR-Z model is described. A confident athlete with a hybrid engine will be available in the US for $ 20-25 thousand.
8. Aston Martin Rapide Sports Sedan
The best in the category was the impressive, low, “muscular” sedan from Aston Martin. The sports car is a 4-door coupe with a front-engine layout and increased comfort. As Top Gear reporters put it, “Rapide is a brilliant machine! He is the only one who fulfilled the promise to become a four-door four-seater sports car. ". Rapide will bewitch the roar of the motor for $ 200 thousand.
7. Cadillac CTS-V Sports Coupe
The winner among the sports coupe is a mysterious handsome man who knows what real speed is. It belongs to the V-series of powerful cars from this manufacturer, with more than 600 hp under the hood. That is why he participates in the SPEED World Challeng races. The cost of the car is about $ 60 thousand.
6. Porsche Boxster Spyder “The Best Convertible”
A light and at the same time powerful elegant car with attentive “eyes” and a delicate retro touch will cost $ 60-65 thousand. Yes, he also became the most reliable car among cars in 2008.
5. Mazda 2 “Breakthrough of the Year”
Even a compact hatchback tacking in a dense city stream can look serious and attractive. Especially if he has a sporty character and a maximum safety rating from Euro NCAP. It doesn’t matter at all that its cost is only about 15 thousand $.
4. Jeep Grand Cherokee "Best Jeep"
The nomination "Best Jeep" did not give sensations. The most famous SUV in the world - the Jeep Grand Cherokee - has remained unsurpassed in terms of impressiveness and inner passion. To become its owner, in the USA you need $ 30-35 thousand.
3. Nissan Leaf "Suburban Cars"
In the category of suburban cars, the best was named Nissan Leaf electric car. Its original design really does not leave you indifferent, but in country trips you will have to accurately calculate the distances so as not to stall from a dead battery. The cost of a car in the United States is $ 25-30 thousand.
2. Chevrolet Volt "The Best Motor"
The best motor was the Chevrolet Volt electric car. The question is, can an almost silent motor make a vivid impression? Apparently the magazine believes that this is not the main thing. In the United States, a car can be purchased for $ 30-35 thousand.
1. Hyundai Equus "Promising cars"
The winner of the rating is a representative sedan: a full-size, in a luxury configuration, a flagship in the line of its manufacturer. Classics and luxury always remain fashionable and attractive, especially if you are ready to pay about $ 60 thousand for it.
