The world-famous men's magazine Playboy has 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, economy or friendship with the environment so urgent now. The main parameters for identifying the winners were style, sexuality, showiness of cars.
What are included in the list of the best expensive cars and prestigious brands, no one was surprised. The highlight was that almost all of the mentioned models had not yet been released for sale. But, along with the iron beauties, the list also includes cars that are quite modest in price and already mastered by American buyers. We bring to your attention the top 10 best cars of 2011 according to Playboy in various nominations.
10. Mercedes SLS AMG in the category "Iron Horse"
"Iron Horse" - nomination for the fastest and most beautiful. Here the racing supercar Mercedes SLS AMG was out of competition. The luxury sports car with doors that open upwards became the official safety car in Formula 1 in 2010. To ride 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 victory was won by the sports Honda CR-Z. Compact, renewable energy and zero emissions - that's how the abbreviation for this CR-Z is described. The confident athlete with a hybrid engine will be available in the US for $ 20-25K.
8. Aston Martin Rapide "Sports sedan"
The best in the category was Aston Martin's imposing, low, muscular sedan. The sports car is a 4-door coupe with a front-engined layout and increased comfort. As Top Gear journalists said, “Rapide is a brilliant machine! He's the only one who has fulfilled his promise to become a four-door, four-seater sports car. ". The Rapide will be mesmerizing with the roar of a $ 200K engine.
7. Cadillac CTS-V "Sports Coupe"
The sports coupe winner is a mysterious handsome man who knows what real speed is. It belongs to the V-series of powerful cars from this manufacturer, having 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"
Lightweight and at the same time powerful, elegant car with attentive "eyes" and a delicate shade of retro will cost $ 60-65 thousand. Yes, it also became the most reliable passenger car in 2008.
5. Mazda 2 "Breakthrough of the Year"
Even a compact hatchback, tackling in heavy city traffic, can look serious and attractive. Especially if it 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 Best Jeep nomination was not sensational. The most famous SUV in the world - the Jeep Grand Cherokee - has remained unrivaled in impressiveness and inner passion. To become its owner, in the USA you will need $ 30-35 thousand.
3. Nissan Leaf "Suburban auto"
In the commuter car category, the best electric car was the Nissan Leaf.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 "Best Motor"
The best motor was the Chevrolet Volt. 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 USA, a car can be purchased for $ 30-35 thousand.
1. Hyundai Equus "Promising car"
The winner of the rating is an executive sedan: a full-size, luxury-equipped, flagship in the line of its manufacturer. Classics and luxury always remain fashionable and attractive, especially if you are ready to shell out about $ 60 thousand for it.