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2016 Honda Civic

MSRP: $18,640

For decades, the Honda Civic has been a mainstay of simple, cheap, reliable transportation. That hasn’t changed for 2016, but all-new exterior styling has transformed the Civic from a forgettable appliance to one that really pops on the road. With a blend of sharp angles and subtle curves, you could look at the Civic for hours and still find new design details. The sloping fastback body offers a sleek profile, and a chrome grille accent that flows into LED headlights help the front end stand out. Around back, C-shaped taillights are connected by an optional light bar that also functions as a spoiler. Available as a sedan, coupe, and hatchback, the Honda Civic is one of the best combinations of style and affordability available today.

2016 Mazda CX-3

Mazda’s “Kodo” design language is intended to evoke pent-up potential energy, like an animal about to pounce. Whether you agree with that analogy or not, there’s no question Mazda’s CX-3 is one of the best-looking cars in the booming crossover segment. A sharp chrome grille is the focal point up front, while on the side a downward-sloping character line makes it seem like the car is always accelerating. 

2016 Chevrolet Colorado

MSRP: $20,995

Pickup trucks are usually designed for utility, without paying much attention to style. That’s not the case for the Chevrolet Colorado, which balances its rugged practicality with tidy looks. It has a more rounded shape than most pickups, but that doesn’t mean it’s soft – a high ride height and muscular wheel arches convey its off-road capabilities. The Colorado’s body has some sharp lines and creases, but they integrate cleanly into the overall design without being too in-your-face

2017 Ford Mustang

MSRP: $24,645

Over its 50-year history, the Ford Mustang has defined muscle cars in terms of style and speed. That tradition has continued with the current generation, which still looks fantastic even after a few years on the road. The Mustang’s long hood, low roof, and sleek trunk are the perfect sports car proportions, with bulging wheel arches that evoke its rear-wheel drive performance. At the rear, an optional color-matched diffuser aids aerodynamics, while signature three-segment taillights illuminate sequentially when the turn signal is activated. 

2017 Toyota Prius

MSRP: $24,685

Everyone knows the Toyota Prius as a car that gets fantastic fuel economy at the expense of looking extraordinarily boring. Not anymore: Toyota completely redid the Prius for 2016 and it’s more distinctive than ever. While opinions are split on whether this new design actually looks good, there’s no argument that it’s complex and packed with interesting details. Sharp lines and creases abound, giving the Prius an edgy, futuristic look. The headlights have a unique split design, and the taillights feature a curving strip of LEDs that really stand out in the dark. Toyota engineers took to the wind tunnel to refine the Prius’ aerodynamic profile, contributing to its excellent MPG figures

2017 Infiniti QX30

MSRP: $29,950

With features like intelligent cruise control, speed-sensitive steering, and a leather-lined interior, the Infiniti QX30 should be great from the driver’s seat. But it might almost be better to experience from the outside, because it’s a seriously good looking machine. The body is comprised of flowing lines that draw the eye in to examine the design further. A deep, curving crease runs the length of the car – Infiniti says its engineers had to develop a new manufacturing process to get this detail right. The chrome trim surrounding the side windows ends with a kinked piece on the C-pillar, adding to the visual intrigue. Altogether, the QX30 is packed with details that come together beautifully to form a complex design that will look great for years to come.

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