Top 15 Hottest New Cars on the Web
Want to know what new cars people are thinking, shopping, buying, or otherwise just curious about? Don't waste money with expensive polls: Just ask Google. The search engine is more than just a way to find stuff online. Look at what new cars people are searching, and you suddenly have the biggest, most egalitarian set of poll data in the world. We wanted to know what new cars YOU were looking for, so we checked Google stats and found the top 15 hottest cars on the web. While we could have guessed some of the cars on the list (Honda Civic, Toyota Camry, Ford F-150), we were surprised by some of the others...they still make Ford Rangers?
#15: 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
MSRP: $29,650 - $44,045
There's a lot to be said for momentum and a winning formula. The 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee has both, which is certainly why it's still in people's minds. However, the fact that Jeep is also heavily discounting Grand Cherokees certainly doesn't hurt, and consumers know that even though fuel economy isn't the Jeep's strong point, the MSRP savings more than make up for it.
#14: 2009 Toyota Tacoma
MSRP: $15,170 - $27,075
Quick, which costs more: A base 2009 Toyota Corolla or base 2009 Toyota Tacoma? All you Toyota Corolla guessers, move to the back of the class. While the general trend has been toward fewer and fewer small pickup trucks, the Toyota Tacoma's low price and solid reputation are likely contributors to its continued popularity.
#13: 2009 Nissan Altima
MSRP: $19,900 - $29,380
The 2009 Nissan Altima sedan has reached the same ubiquity as the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord, to the point that the three are jokingly referred to as one car: Camcordima. There are a lot of good reasons to pick the Nissan Altima, thanks to a variety of engines, interesting (if not beautiful) styling, and a sportier demeanor than the "Camcord."
#12: 2009 Toyota Corolla
MSRP: $15,350 - $20,050
While 2009 Toyota Corolla styling and performance may not set hearts aflutter, it's a solid car in a time of high gas prices, and clearly, it's on the short list of shoppers looking for an economical ride. Our best advice is to save your money and skip the underwhelming Corolla XRS "performance" model; you'll be just as happy with a Corolla LE or XLE.
#11: 2009 Ford Focus
MSRP: $14,995 - $17,570
Sync. It's the singular advantage the 2009 Ford Focus has over its rivals in the compact car market, and truth be told, it's a hell of an advantage. If you have a Bluetooth-equipped phone, an iPod, Zune or other music device, Sync makes it all work with your car exactly how you think it should. Otherwise, well, the Ford Focus is the best darn brand-new 9-year-old car on the market.
#10: 2009 Ford Explorer
MSRP: $26,995 - $37,705
Considering the tanking SUV market, we were surprised to see so many people investigating the 2009 Ford Explorer. But maybe we shouldn't be. The Ford Explorer is a comfortable three-row wagon with a good reputation, and even though it's easily bested by a lot of other vehicles these days, some still want some off-road capability in their SUV.
#9: 2009 Ford Ranger
MSRP: $15,835 - $25,235
Yes, they still make the Ford Ranger, and, yes, it's still the same basic truck you remember. Despite a marketing budget of zero dollars, the Ranger soldiers on in people's minds, which must account why it broke into the top ten on this list. Either that, or there's a vast untapped demand for compact 80s-style trucks, a market the 2009 Ford Ranger has all to its own.
#8: 2009 Jeep Wrangler
MSRP: $20,205 - $30,940
Even if you're even dimly aware of cars and trucks, you can pick the Jeep Wrangler out of a lineup. Its iconic shape is burned into the collective psyche the way few vehicles are. Still, we were surprised to see it ranking so high on our list of hottest vehicles, and credit the Unlimited, a four-door version of the Wrangler that debuted last year, making the Jeep Wrangler considerably more practical.
#7: 2009 Toyota Camry
MSRP: $19,145 - $28,695
While we've been underwhelmed with the current-generation Toyota Camry – feeling it's slipped in quality compared to its predecessors – it remains a strong seller. There's little wrong with the 2009 Toyota Camry despite our qualms, and there are plenty of engine, trim and option combinations, including a hybrid, to satisfy all but the tightest budgets.
#6: 2009 Mini Cooper
MSRP: $18,550 - $25,400
We can't say we're shocked to see the 2009 Mini Cooper here. Why? Fuel prices are high, that's a given. However, there are lots of people who don't want to see themselves coming and going in a Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla. For them, the Mini Cooper is a great pick. After all, there are three body styles – coupe, Clubman and Convertible – and two different engines, both of which get pretty good economy. Stylish and practical...we're surprised it's not even higher.
#5: 2008 Dodge Ram
MSRP: $21,270 - $44,035
We can think of two reasons the Dodge Ram is so popular, where the Chevrolet Silverado – which handily outsells the Dodge – didn't even rank. First, there are HUGE discounts on the outgoing 2008 model, up to 40 percent when you add it all up. Second, there's a brand-new Dodge Ram with an innovative coil-spring rear suspension that's just going on sale. Add them up and you have a lot of curiosity.
#4: 2009 Ford F-150
MSRP: $21,320 - $41,415
(2008 model)
Take everything we just said about the Dodge Ram and increase it by an order of magnitude. That's how the 2009 Ford F-150 fits into the equation. The F-150 is still one of the best selling vehicles in the country – occasional lapses notwithstanding – and with a brand-new one on the horizon, interest is high.
#3: 2009 Ford Mustang
MSRP: $19,995 - $33,550
Our best guess is that the 2009 Ford Mustang is also benefiting from the wild speculation of a 2010 model that will debut soon. The current Ford Mustang has been around since 2005, and with new muscle car competition coming from the Dodge Challenger and Chevrolet Camaro, Ford knows it has to change to keep up. There's also probably a halo effect from the competition; if you're shopping a new Dodge Challenger, you'll likely spec out a Ford Mustang just to satisfy your curiosity.
#2: 2009 Honda Accord
MSRP: $20,775 - $31,005
OK, this one was no surprise whatsoever for the following reasons: First, the Honda Accord sells by the six-pack we're pretty sure; it's one of the few ways to explain its sales numbers. Second, like its competitors, the Accord comes in a wide range of engine choices and price points, enough to satisfy virtually any buyer. Finally, the 2009 Honda Accord is still pretty new, with the all-new model coming out last year. Throw in expensive gas and Honda's fuel-sipping history, and you get a LOT of searching.
#1: 2009 Honda Civic
MSRP: $15,205 - $26,750
The Honda Civic is the only car in recent memory to outsell the Ford F-150. So is it any wonder that it was the most searched vehicle? Like the Honda Accord, the 2009 Honda Civic is available as a coupe or sedan, but it also comes as a hybrid, which no doubt helped it in these troubled times. With available leather, a navigation system and other high-end goodies, the 2009 Honda Civic can be equipped like a miniature luxury car...if you have the cash.
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