What it is: Another sound system. Only this one has a 20-gig hard drive. You can download music libraries from a thumb drive or iPod; you can also rip and save store-bought CDs. Voice command and Bluetooth are part of the mix, but the implementation is less sophisticated and not as comprehensive as what drivers will find in the Sync.
Likes: The elegant interface saves you from scrolling through multiple menus to get to what you want.
Best trick: With the rear-seat entertainment package ($470) and Sirius satellite TV, passengers can receive streaming TV.
Dislikes: The touchscreen is a bit small, so it’s easy to push the wrong buttons. Also, it’s a crime that the streaming TV is an option, not standard.
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2009 PM Car Makeover
Eco-Muscle
Almost everyone agrees that hybrid cars are the next big step on our way to an all-electric future. But what if we use two parallel powertrains, gas and electric, to drive a full size car? That way, we can offer the muscular V8 performance that buyers crave, yet still produce zero emissions around town.
In December, PM tackles plane crashes. What happened to Air France Flight 447, and what new technologies can help prevent similar disasters? Also look for 20 Macgyver repair tips, and our annual holiday gift guide.