2010 Mazda 3

Base Price: $15,500 (est.)
What's New: Mazda's designers have entirely restyled the compact 3, giving it bolder head lamps and body curves. Those additions push it further into baby-BMW territory.
Why We've Got to Drive It: The Mazda 3 already featured some of the best driving dynamics in the crowded sporty compact market. Refinements to that chassis promise to deliver better handling and acceleration.