MSRP: $37,100-$44,700

The 2012 A5 is a 2-door, four-seater luxury sports coupe, or luxury convertible, available in 4 trims, ranging from the 2.0T Premium Coupe quattro 2.0T Cabriolet quattro Manual for the Tiptronic Premium.

At its introduction, the 2.0T Premium Coupe quattro Manual equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 211 hp, turbo engine that reaches 21-mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway. A 6-speed gearbox with overdrive is standard. The 2.0T Cabriolet quattro Tiptronic Premium features a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 211 hp, turbo engine that reaches 21-mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. An 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.

The 2012 A5 is a relic from 2011.

MSRP: $ 22,145 - $ 37,845

The 2011 Mustang is a 2-door, four-person family coupe, sports coupe, convertible, or convertible sports car, available in 8 finishes, ranging from the V6 Coupe to the GT Premium Convertible.

At its introduction, the V6 Coupe is equipped with a standard 3.7-liter, V6, 305 hp engine that reaches 19-mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. The GT Premium Convertible is equipped with a standard 5.0-liter, V8, 412 hp engine with 16-mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the motorway. A 6-speed gearbox with overdrive is standard on both the finish, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.

The 2011 Mustang is a relic from 2010.

MSRP: $ 24,895 - $ 42,780

The 2011 Challenger is a 2-door, 5-passenger sports coupe, or sports car, available in three finishes, ranging from the SE to the SRT8.

In the introduction, the SE is equipped with a standard 3.6-liter, V6, 305 horsepower, flexible fuel engine that reaches 18-mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. The SRT8 is equipped with a standard 6.4-liter, V8, 470 hp engine that reaches 14-mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway. A 6-speed gearbox with overdrive is standard.

The 2011 Challenger is a relic from 2010.

MSRP: $ 34,800 - $ 61,430

The 2012 C-Class is a 2 - or 4-door, 5 passenger luxury sports coupe to luxury sedan or luxury sports sedan, available in 9 finishes, ranging from the C250 Sport Sedan C63 AMG Coupe on.

At its introduction, the C250 Sport Sedan is equipped with a standard 1.8-liter, I4, 201 hp, turbo engine that reaches 21-mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway. A 7-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. The C63 AMG Coupe is equipped with a standard 6.3-liter, V8, 451 hp engine that reaches 13-mpg in the city and 19 mpg on the highway. A 7-speed gearbox with overdrive is standard.

The C250 Sport Sedan is refreshed for 2012. The C63 AMG Coupe is redesigned for 2012.

MSRP: $ 15,605 - $ 23,455

The 2012 Civic Coupe is a 2-door, 5-passenger family sedan, available in 9 finishes, ranging from the DX 5-Spd MT to the EX-L 5-Spd AT w / Navigation System.

At its introduction, the DX 5-Spd MT is equipped with a standard 1.8-liter, I4, 140 hp engine that reaches 28-mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway. A 5-speed gearbox with overdrive is standard. The EX-L 5-Spd AT w / Navigation System is equipped with a standard 1.8-liter, I4, 140 hp engine that reaches 28-mpg in the city and 39 mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.

The 2012 Civic Coupe is redesigned for 2012.

MSRP: $24,995-$43,995

The 2012 Challenger is a 2-door, 5-passenger sports coupe, or sports car, available in three finishes, ranging from the SE to the SRT8.

In the introduction, the SE is equipped with a standard 3.6-liter, V6, 305 horsepower, flexible fuel engine that reaches 18-mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. The SRT8 is equipped with a standard 6.4-liter, V8, 470 hp engine that reaches 14-mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway. A 6-speed gearbox with overdrive is standard.

The 2012 Challenger is a relic from 2011.

2012 BMW 3 Series Coupe
MSRP: $38,500-$51,900

The 2012 3 Series Coupe is a 2-door, 4-passenger luxury sports coupe, available in 5 trims, ranging from the 328i to the 335is.

Upon introduction, the 328i is equipped with a standard 3.0-liter, I6, 230-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 28-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The 335is is equipped with a standard 3.0-liter, I6, 320-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 7-speed manual transmission with overdrive is optional.

The 2012 3 Series Coupe is a carryover from 2011.

2012 Ford Mustang
MSRP: $ 22,310 - $ 40,310

The 2012 Mustang is a 2-door, four-person family coupe, sports coupe, convertible, or convertible sports car, available in 9 finishes, ranging from the V6 Coupe to the Boss 302.

At its introduction, the V6 Coupe is equipped with a standard 3.7-liter, V6, 305 hp engine that reaches 19-mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. A 6-speed gearbox with overdrive is standard, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The Boss 302 is equipped with a standard 5.0-liter, V8, 444 hp engine 17-mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the motorway. A 6-speed gearbox with overdrive is standard.

The 2012 Mustang is a relic from 2011.

2012 Hyundai Veloster
MSRP: $17,300-$17,300

The 2012 Veloster is a 3-door, 4-passenger sports coupe, available in one trim only, the Base.

Upon introduction, the Veloster is equipped with a standard 1.6-liter, I4, 138-horsepower engine that achieves 28-mpg in the city and 40-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.

The 2012 Veloster is all-new for 2012.

2012 BMW 1 Series
MSRP: $31,050-$43,900

The 2012 1 Series is a 2-door, 4-passenger luxury sports coupe, or luxury convertible, available in 4 trims, ranging from the 128i Coupe to the 135i Convertible.

Upon introduction, the 128i Coupe is equipped with a standard 3.0-liter, I6, 230-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 28-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The 135i Convertible is equipped with a standard 3.0-liter, I6, 300-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 28-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 7-speed manual transmission is optional.

The 2012 1 Series is freshened for 2012.

A new Honda Civic debuts in 2012, packing a fresh face and more fuel, but in some ways a step back from its bestselling predecessors.

Available in sedan and coupe body styles, the Civic has enough choice for a diverse group of consumers. Four engine and transmission choices are available: the volume models get a 1.8-liter 140 horsepower engine mated to a five-speed automatic or manual transmission. A high-efficiency HF model is also available as an economical stepping stone between the sedan and the Civic Hybrid, the 1.3-liter engine and 20 hp electric motor coupled to a continuously variable automatic transmission functions. Now available in all 50 states, the Civic GX powered by natural gas powertrain and gets a big update. Finally, the Si gets a sporty high-revving 2.0-liter VTEC engine (which takes premium gas) and an excellent six-speed manual Honda.

The Civic remains a competent family compact with a large suitcase and a large legroom. But for 2012, it is outclassed by competitors from Ford and Hyundai. It does not drive well, the interior does not feel like a high quality, and the base price has increased. Still, for the budget-minded buyers who bank on the Honda's justly deserved reputation for quality, the Civic is a wise, trusted choice.

Bodystyles: Sedan, coupe

Engines: 1.3-liter inline-4 plus electric motor (hybrid),

1.8-liter inline-4, 2.0-liter inline-4

Transmissions: six-speed manual, five-speed manual, five-speed automatic, CVT

Models: DX, LX, EX, EX-L, Hybrid, Natural Gas, Si

The Civic has been completely redesigned inside and out for 2012. It gets a more mature look, larger head and tail, and a fresh strip of chrome on the grille. Inside, the redesigned interior, but not for good: it loses some of the soft-touch materials, although the dashboard design that maintains the split-level approach was introduced by the previous generation Civic.

General shape of the Civic and the relative dimensions remain the same as the outgoing model. And given the ubiquity of the Civic, the instantly recognizable as such. Shinier grille and new lights are the most noticeable changes, while the front bumper and sides to get subtle curves in the bodywork.

Here is the Civic falls behind the competition. The formerly futuristic interior gets hard plastics and a boxier-looking design. The Civic retains its dual-level LCD display, and blue lights on the side of the speedometer green when the Civic is more economically driven. Higher-spec models are equipped with satellite navigation, satellite radio, traffic updates, steering wheel controls, heated seats and mirrors, and speech recognition. Bluetooth and an onboard computer display are standard in all models.

Peppy performance of the Civic's is dulled as the competition catches up. Steering is light, controlling a large turning circle. Civics base remains a benchmark for decent driving dynamics, without the usual considerations for quality drive, albeit with some body roll in the lane change maneuvers. Lovers will rejoice in the slick shifting, free speed 197 hp Si model, while commuters will enjoy the comfort of a fully loaded EX-L, or the Civic Hybrid, which averaged 44 mpg.

Dual front, front side and curtain airbags are standard on the Civic, as well as active headrests for driver and front passenger. All Civic models come with anti-lock brakes, stability control, and a tire pressure monitoring system. The Civic is designed with Advanced Compatibility Engineering structure of Honda, the strength in the passenger compartment in the event of a crash to maximize.

DX, LX, EX, EX-L: 28 mpg city/36-39 mpg highway

HF: 29 mpg city/41 mpg highway

Hybrid: 44 mpg city/44 mpg highway

GX NGV: 24 mpg city/36 mpg highway

Si: 22 mpg city/31 mpg highway