High Tech Features On Vehicles That Are Worth The Sticker Price

In the past few years, the automobile industry has seen tremendous growth in technology. Today, cars are designed to be safer, energy-efficient, and more comfortable. They are no longer just a heavy piece of metal, they also boast systems and technologically advanced features such as automatic climate control, automatic emergency braking, navigation, and internet connectivity, which we wouldn't even think or dream of having 20 years ago.

Slide through to take a look at the vehicles that offer the most high-tech features for the money.

The 2019 Hyundai Veloster

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The Hyundai has completely redesigned its sporty Veloster for the new model year, equipping it with plenty of high-tech features at an affordable price. This car boasts support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth connectivity, multiple USB ports, and a 7-inch touch-screen infotainment system.

Not only that, but the Veloster also comes standard with several other features, including driver drowsiness monitoring, automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and a six-speaker audio system that can be upgraded to an eight-speaker Infinity system. You can also opt for blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic warning, and a heads-up display that shows driving information into the driver's line of sight.

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The 2019 Honda Insight

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In 2019, the Insight model, which was discontinued in 2014, returned with new features. It comes with a peppy yet super-efficient hybrid powertrain and is attached to a compact four-door sedan. In addition, it boasts excellent fuel estimates that get up to 49 mpg on the highway and 55 mpg in the city.

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The Insight comes standard with ample safety and driver assistance features, including lane-keeping assist, automatic emergency braking, road departure mitigation, and adaptive cruise control. There are a few more standard safety features like traffic sign recognition and driver drowsiness monitoring. Inside the base models, you will find a USB port, Bluetooth connectivity, Siri Eyes Free smartphone support, and a 5-inch infotainment screen. All in all, the Honda Insight is great for fuel-conscious shoppers.

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The 2019 Tesla Model 3

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When we talk about high-tech cars, Tesla Model 3 ranks at the top. It is an affordable vehicle, and even its base model can accelerate from a speed of zero to 60 mph within 5.6 seconds.

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On the inside, you will find a massive touch screen that functions as both an instrument cluster and a control panel. Model 3 also comes standard with side collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and blind-spot monitoring. In addition, it boasts Enhanced AutoPilot, which is a semi-autonomous driving system that controls the car's acceleration, brakes, and steering. You can also opt for the Full Self-Driving Capability package that takes the burden off the driver by controlling most of the tasks.

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The 2019 Kia Optima

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The Kia Optima is an outstanding vehicle that boasts an intuitive infotainment system and comes standard with plenty of active safety features. In addition, this car delivers a comfortable ride and decent handling.

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The Kia Optima smoothly connects with the owner's smartphone, allowing him or her to use remote commands. This feature allows you to lock the car using the connected smartphone — it is particularly helpful when you cannot remember whether you have locked the car or not. Also, it allows you to cool down or warm up the car, even before you get inside the vehicle. The 2019 Kia Optima even features Vehicle Stability Management, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assistance, and a Tire-Pressure Monitoring System.

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The 2019 Honda Fit

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If you are a technophobe, the Honda Fit is the right choice for you. It features the most high-tech features in the class. Although Honda's base model features some pretty simple tech, it incorporates plenty of tech features on the higher trims for an affordable price.

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You will find a user-friendly infotainment system inside the car with a 7-inch touch screen and added support for Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and Pandora. It also features a Fit EX system that incorporates adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, and automatic high-beam headlights. It also gives you access to Honda LaneWatch, which makes use of a camera to show you what is alongside the car.

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The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class

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The A-Class model of Mercedes is newly introduced in the United States. It comes packed with technology, including the Mercedes-Benz User Experience, which is also called MBUX. It allows you to speak to the system in the same way you would talk to Alexa or Siri.

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MBUX is the first infotainment system introduced by Mercedes that uses a touch screen interface and can be used alongside a console-mounted touchpad and the voice command system. Also, it features a pair of 7-inch screens, with one serving the infotainment system and the other acting as the instrument cluster. The A-class also comes standard with automatic emergency braking.

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The 2019 Nissan Altima

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For the model year 2019, Nissan entirely redesigned its midsize sedan, equipping it with lots of standard features as well as high-tech features. The Altima features standard automatic emergency braking and an optional semi-autonomous driving system.

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The ProPilot Assist feature of the car controls the acceleration and braking and always keeps a set distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front. It also handles the steering to keep you centered in the lane. Additionally, the Nissan Altima boats an eight-inch infotainment system for the 2019 model — it supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. A 9-speaker Bose audio system is also available.

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The 2019 Genesis G80

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The Genesis G80 is an outstanding midsize luxury vehicle. It comes with ample standard features, including a straightforward infotainment system and driver assistance features. The standard features that the car boasts are optional on many of its competitors.

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The G80 has a touch-screen infotainment system that supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Connectivity, and it even features navigation. The base trims come standard with an 8-inch screen, and the higher trims have a 9.2-inch screen display. You will also find a seven-speaker audio system in the base model. However, the upper trims offer a magnificent 17-speaker Quantum Logic surround audio setup.

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The 2019 Kia K900

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Kia fully redesigned its K900 model for the model year 2019. It is packed with easy-to-use safety and cabin technology at a price that is much lower than its rivals. The K900 also boasts a standard all-wheel-drive and a high-tech twin-turbo V6 engine.

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The Kia900 comes standard with features like pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise control, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive headlights, adaptive cruise control, and blind-spot monitoring. In addition, it also as Safety Exit Assist function that prevents injuries or accidents which may occur from opening the car's door when another vehicle is approaching from behind. Not only that, but this large luxury vehicle has a standard 17-speaker Lexicon audio system and a 12.3-inch touch-screen UVO connected infotainment system.

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The 2019 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid

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The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is a high-tech minivan that boasts user-friendly features, quick acceleration, and balanced handling. It is one of the best performing vehicles in the class, and it has the ability to drive 33 miles on electric power alone. If you are going on a long trip, this minivan acts as a traditional hybrid and gets 30 mpg combined on the highway and in the city.

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The Pacifica comes standard with features like automatic climate control for the tri-zone and an infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Rear cross-traffic alert and blind-spot monitoring also come standard. There are other optional features, including lane-keeping assist, automatic emergency braking, automated parking assist, and adaptive cruise control.

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The 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

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The Toyota RAV4 ranks at the top amongst other electric and hybrid SUVs. It delivers user-friendly features, well-rounded performance, and plenty of cargo space. This hybrid uses data provided by the navigation system to see the traffic and road conditions. This helps to know when to use more electric power or charge the battery.

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Additionally, all trims of the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid boast the latest version of Toyota's Safety Sense system that features safety and driver assistance technology. It incorporates features such as lane centering assist, automatic emergency braking, automatic high-beam headlights, and adaptive cruise control.

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The 2019 Acura RDX

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The Acura RDX is one of the best luxury compact SUVs. The current model features an all-new infotainment system that features a 10.2-inch touch screen and a touchpad, which responds pretty well. The system comes with Siri Eyes Free, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and also supports Apple CarPlay connectivity.

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All the trims of RDX have automatic climate control for the dual-zone. These models are also equipped with GPS-linked climate control that changes climate setting inside, as per the direction of the sun. Not only that, but the Acura RDX also boasts ample driver assistance and advanced safety features on all models.

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The 2019 RAM 1500

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The RAM 1500 was completely redesigned for the model year 2019. This full-size truck has many standard and optional features, including driver assistance technology and a user-friendly infotainment system.

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The RAM 1500 comes standard with an 8.4-inch touch screen infotainment system or a huge 12-inch touch screen. Additionally, it is one of the first vehicles that boasts SiriusXM with 360L — it allows you to stream on-demand content. It is also equipped with a 19-speaker 900 watt Harman Kardon audio system. There are other features available on the truck including blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, rear cross-traffic alert, and automatic emergency braking. There is hardly anything to complain about this truck, making it an excellent choice for buyers.

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The 2019 Honda Accord

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Starting at a price of $23,720, the Honda Accord is a great value car that comes with a bunch of high-tech features. This midsize car incorporates HondaSensing that features traffic sign recognition, a lane-keeping assist system, adaptive cruise control, road departure mitigation system, and collision mitigation braking system.

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The Honda also offers two turbo-four engines that are either four-cylinder or V6 — both the engines provide plenty of power. Plus, this vehicle gets improved fuel economy estimates of up to 38 mpg on the highway and 30 mpg in the city with the base engine and the CVT. All in all, the 2019 Honda Accord is both practical and fun.

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The 2019 Lincoln Continental

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The Lincoln Continental is one of the best luxury large cars available on the market. This vehicle features exclusive driver-assist technology known as the Lincoln Co-Pilot 360. It has five features, including blind-spot detection with cross-traffic alert, a lane-keeping system, pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking, a rearview camera, and auto high-beam headlamps.

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The Continental also comes with a lot of standard amenities such as heated seats, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto connectivity. The main appeal of the 2019 Lincoln Continental is its value and price. The base price of the model starts at $46,145, making it the least expensive luxury car in the class.

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The 2019 Tesla Model X

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The Tesla Model X is an impressive SUV. It can travel more than 300 miles on a charge and can accelerate from a speed of zero to 60 mph within almost three seconds. Also, it boasts a host of driver assistant features and a stunning 17-inch infotainment display.

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Nearly all features in the Model X are standard, including two USB ports, an air filtration system, a Wi-Fi hotspot, a 17-speaker stereo, Bluetooth, voice command activation, navigation, and satellite radio. Furthermore, every new Model X has a 100-kWh battery that offers breathtaking acceleration. The starting price of the 2019 Tesla Model X is set at $82,000, which is pretty high for the class.

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The 2019 Toyota Camry Hybrid

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The Toyota Camry is a top choice among electric and hybrid cars. It has loads of standard features, a lively powertrain, and a solid predicted reliability rating. It also comes with Apple CarPlay connectivity. This midsize sedan boasts Toyota's Safety Sense technology that includes features like a Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Automatic High Beams, and Lane Departure Alert with Dynamic Radar Cruise Control.

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Additionally, the Camry has JBL speakers, Smart Key System, Dynamic Voice Recognition, amplifiers and subwoofers, and Entune 3.0 Premium Audio with App Suite. Not only that, but this sedan has an Advanced Airbag System, featuring ten airbags. Overall, the availability of convenient technology and lots of safety features in the car makes the driving experience exceptional for both the driver and the passengers.

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The 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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The Chevrolet Bolt is a fully electric compact car. It comes with the best tech features, making it stand out among the rivals. It highlights heated front seats, an 8-inch touch-screen, a premium 7-speaker Bose audio system, a keyless start button, and an automatic heated steering wheel.

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The Driving Assistance technology of the car includes the Teen Driver Configuration and Lane-Keeping Assist with Lane Departure Warning. The best part about the Bolt EV is that you can customize its safety systems and features while teaching your kids the basics of driving. You can purchase this car at a starting price of $36,620, which is decent enough for the technology it offers.

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The 2019 Cadillac CT6

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The Cadillac CT6 is a large luxury car that has ample high-tech features for both the driver and passengers. It's front and rear seats come with ventilating, heating, and massaging functions with comfortable cushions. Also, the CT6 features hands-free driver assistance technology that uses a camera network, LiDar mapping, and radar sensors, which can be used when driving on highways.

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The rear seats are mounted with two ten-inch screens and have USB ports and Wi-Fi connectivity. The cost of the base luxury trim is $50,495, which is lower than other high-end luxury cars. All in all, the Cadillac CT6 is a well-rounded vehicle that delivers high performance.

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The 2019 BMW 7-Series

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When we talk about high-tech features, the BMW has always stayed ahead of other luxury vehicles. The BMW 7-Series proves it by providing several tech features, including Parking Assistant Plus, innovative gesture-controls, and more.

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You will also find a broad list of other features inside the car, including Apple CarPlay smartphone integration, a Harmon Kardon 16-speaker surround-sound system, BMW iDrive infotainment system with a 10.2-inch touch screen, voice controls, Bluetooth, HD Radio, satellite radio, Wi-Fi hotspot, and a navigation system. There are also buttons and a touchpad controller mounted on the steering wheel. A bevy of these high-tech features makes the driving experience highly comfortable for the driver as well as passengers.

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The 2018 Hyundai Ioniq

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The Hyundai Ioniq comes loaded with high-tech standard features push-button start, a 7-inch touch-screen infotainment system, automatic cabin temperature control, and a proximity key entry system. This compact hatchback also supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, HD radio, and satellite radio.

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Its available advanced safety features include automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist with lane departure warning, rear parking sensors, forward collision warning, adaptive headlights, and rear cross-traffic alert. The prices of the 2018 Hyundai Ioniq ranges between $19,000 to $28,700 and vary depending on the features, mileage, and condition of the vehicle.

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The 2018 Chevrolet Sonic

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The Chevrolet Sonic is one of the best subcompact cars. It boasts an impressive amount of technology for a much lower starting price than most of its rivals.

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The sonic features a 7-inch touch-screen infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and LTE 4G data connection. It also comes standard with an easy-to-use Chevrolet MyLink interface, which works with your smart-phone to bring a number of capabilities and apps to the infotainment screen. You can even add optional features to the vehicle, such as a proximity key entry system, push-button start, forward collision warning, rear parking sensors, and lane departure warning.

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The 2018 Chevrolet Cruze

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The Chevrolet Cruze is an outstanding compact car. It's extremely practical, and it comes with a superb predicted reliability rating and a great gas mileage rating. The Cruze makes driving fun, thanks to its appealing tech features and comfortable seats.

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It boasts a ton of features, including a touch-screen infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay and AndroidAuto. Not only that, but the Cruze also has Chevy's Teen Driver system that helps parents to monitor their teen's behavior behind the wheel. This system allows parents to mute the stereo until seat belts are buckled, limit the volume of the audio system, and impose a limit on the car's maximum speed.

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The 2018 Jeep Renegade

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For the year 2018, Jeep added new technologies to the Renegade model. It comes standard with a rearview camera, 5-inch touch screen infotainment system, and Bluetooth. Also, it supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity.

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The available advanced safety features of the Renegade include automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear parking sensors, rear cross-traffic alert, active lane-keeping assist, and forward-collision warning. In addition, Renegade's high-tech traction management systems optimize drivetrain systems and the engine to help the vehicle adapt to a variety of surfaces, such as mud, snow, or sand. You can purchase the 2018 Jeep Renegade for a starting price of $18,750, which is pretty decent.

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The 2018 Chevrolet Traverse

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The Chevrolet Traverse is a highly ranked midsize SUV, thanks to its numerous standard features, comfortable ride, and plenty of cargo and passenger area. It comes standard with a 4G LTE data connection, Wi-Fi hotspot, and support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity.

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Inside the car, you will find other tech features such as tri-zone automatic climate control and a pair of USB ports for each seat in all three rows. It also boasts a reminder system in the rear-seat, which alerts you if a child is left behind in the car. There are a few more advanced safety features available like blind-spot monitoring, surround-view parking camera, automatic high beams, lane-keeping assist, rearview camera mirror, following distance indicator, lane departure warning, and more.

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The 2018 GMC Terrain

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For the year 2018, GMC fully redesigned its Terrain model, not only giving it a fresh look but also an array of available and standard high-tech features. The standard technology inside the GMC incorporates a 4G LTE data connection, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, and a Wi-Fi hot spot. With higher trims, you will get a Bose audio system, additional USB ports, wireless device charging, and a 110-volt outlet.

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The available advanced safety features of the Terrain include blind-spot monitoring, surround-view camera, lane-keeping assist, automatic park assist, forward collision alert, lane change alert, lane departure warning, low-speed forward automatic braking, rear parking sensors, and safety alert seat.

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The 2018 Ford Expedition

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The Ford Expedition is an excellent large SUV that was completely redesigned for the model year 2018. It boasts new safety, infotainment, connectivity technologies. The standard features of the Expedition include four USB ports, a nine-speaker audio system, and a basic SYNC infotainment system with a 4.2-inch screen.

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In the higher trims, you will find an impressive SYNC 3 infotainment system, a Wi-Fi hotspot, support for AndroidAuto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, wireless device control, and a 12-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system. This large SUV also comes with lots of available safety features, such as lane-keeping assist, automatic emergency braking, active park assist, adaptive cruise control, and a 360-degree camera system.

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The 2018 Buick Encore

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The Buick Encore is a subcompact SUV that can be bought at an affordable starting price of $22,990. It features various high-tech features, a high-end interior, and a smooth ride. Every trim of the Encore boasts an 8-inch touch-screen Buick IntelliLink infotainment system, which also supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, a 4G LTE data connection, a Wi-Fi hot spot, and satellite radio.

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Furthermore, Buick Encore also offers an OnStar Guidance Plan, which incorporates stolen vehicle location assistance for law enforcement, automatic crash response, and roadside assistance. The average price of the Buick is around $19,700, which is a little below- average for its class.

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The 2018 Nissan Leaf

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The Nissan Leaf received a full redesign for the model year 2018. It comes with convenient tech features available for entertainment and remote vehicle management, an impressive semi-autonomous driving system, and large cargo hold.

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You will also find an optional Nissan ProPilot Assist system on the Leaf, which can accelerate, steer, and brake for you. This system takes the burden off the driver by keeping the car in the center of the lane, especially when driving on the highway. You can purchase this solid car at a base price of $29,990, which is decent enough.

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The 2018 Volvo XC60

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The Volvo XC60 is an outstanding luxury compact SUV that boasts an impressive list of available and standard safety features, a generous amount of cargo area, exceptional tow rating, and a comfortable and smooth ride. Many of the functions of this SUV are controlled with a 9-inch vertical touch screen. In addition, all the models of XC60 come standard with support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity.

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In the XC60, the standard automatic emergency braking system is quite advanced — it detects not only cars but also bicycles, pedestrians, and large animals. Other safety standard features include automatic high-beam headlights, traffic sign recognition, automatic post-collision braking, and a driver drowsiness alert system.

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The 2019 Tesla Model S

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The Tesla Model S is one of the best vehicles in the electric and luxury hybrid cars category. It boasts an upscale interior along with amusing and awe-inspiring technology. Whether you are relaxing on a road trip or carving corners, the Model S will make your ride more comfortable and enjoyable.

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The Tesla Model S has ample technology, including a 17-inch touch screen infotainment system and a responsive interface that tablet and smartphone users find mostly intuitive to use. Also, this car comes with a standard Wi-Fi hotspot, a navigation system, and voice-activated controls. All in all, the all-electric Model S is not only an attractive choice for buyers, but it also gives sporty competitors like the Audi 7 a run for its money.

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The 2019 Hyundai Kona

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The Hyundai Kona is an appealing subcompact SUV that comes with a lot of safety as well as tech features. It offers standard driver assistance features, including a driver-attention monitor, a rearview camera, lane-keeping assist, and forward-collision warning. The Kona also boasts other safety features like blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, pedestrian detection, automatic high beams, and adaptive cruise control.

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Not only that, but the Kona also has an intuitive infotainment system with a 7-inch touch screen, a six-speaker stereo, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, and two USB ports. Besides, other features like HD Radio, a larger 8-inch touch screen, a heads-up display, HD Radio, navigation, wireless device charging, and an eight-speaker Infinity premium sound system are also available. All these features are accessible and easy-to-use.

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The 2019 Mazda CX-5

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The Mazda CX-5 is one of the most athletic compact SUVs in the class that features premium interior and high safety scores. Also, it has a robust 2.5-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine that produces up to 250 horsepower. When it comes to the latest technology, the CX-5 includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, rear and front parking sensors, a 360-degree parking camera, and ventilated front seats.

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This crossover SUV comes standard with a 7-inch touch screen infotainment system, four speakers, voice command, two USB ports, Bluetooth, and HD radio. Other available features incorporate a ten-speaker Bose premium audio system, two additional USB ports, navigation, six speakers, and satellite radio.

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The 2019 Volvo XC40

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The Volvo XC40 is a fun-to-drive vehicle that delivers adept handling, ample engine power, and a smooth ride. Inside the car, you will find plenty of available and standard features, two rows of spacious seats, and the nicest cabin in the class with upscale materials.

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The standard features of the XC40 include a 9-inch touch screen Sensus Connect infotainment system, an eight-speaker audio system, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, two USB ports, and satellite radio. Optional features include wireless smartphone charging, a cooled glovebox, a panoramic sunroof, a thirteen-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, and navigation. Additionally, it has plenty of standard driver assistance features like driver drowsiness monitoring, a rearview camera, lane-keeping assist, traffic sign recognition, and many more.

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The 2019 Jaguar I-Pace

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The Jaguar I-Pace is one of the most well-rounded electric vehicles that you can purchase. It is a fun-to-drive crossover, and it is hard to find any fault in I-Pace's performance. The I-Pace delivers ample amounts of technology and is the first Jaguar to boast an InControl Touch Pro Duo infotainment system. In addition, the climate controls of the car can be adjusted accordingly to prolong the available range and conserve the battery.

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Every I-Pace comes with plenty of safety features, including automatic emergency braking and forward-collision warning to avoid a front crash. Plus, it features parking sensors, a rearview camera, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keeping assist, traffic sign recognition, a driver condition monitor, etc.

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The 2019 Audi A8

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The Audi A8 is a super luxury car that boasts user-friendly and high-tech features, elegant interior, comfortable passenger accommodations, and a serene and quiet ride. The all-new infotainment system on the A8 has two touch screens with a 10.3-inch display. It is used for audio as well as navigation functions.

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Not only that, but this luxury car also provides standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. The other screen with an 8.6-inch display shows you some shortcuts for a few infotainment functions, and seating and climate adjustments. Overall, it is easy to access and learn the menu structure of this car.

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The 2019 GMC Sierra 1500

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For the year 2019, GMC completely redesigned the Sierra. It offers a user-friendly system and a lot of driver assistance features. Furthermore, the Sierra has various engine options that deliver excellent performance.

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The GMC Sierra 1500 comes standard with a rearview camera and a feature called Teen Driver, which allows you to set audio and speed limits for secondary drivers. Other available driver assistance features of the car include blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, a safety alert seat, rear and front parking sensors, low-speed forward automatic braking, and much more. The infotainment system has a 7-inch touch screen, a USB port, Bluetooth, a six-speaker audio system, and Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity.

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The 2019 BMW 5 Series

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The BMW 5 Series is one of the most agile midsize luxury cars, thanks to its available adaptive suspension and sharp steering. Inside the vehicle, you will find a lengthy list of features and the most massive cargo hold in the class.

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The standard active safety features of the 5-Series incorporate a rearview camera, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, rear and front parking sensors, automatic emergency braking, daytime pedestrian protection, and the Active Protection System, which prepares the vehicle if it senses an approaching collision. Furthermore, the 5 Series boasts BMW's iDrive system that comes with a 10.2-inch touch-screen, twelve speakers, Apple CarPlay, and navigation.

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The 2019 Honda Odyssey

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When it comes to flexibility and ease of use, no SUV can beat the Honda Odyssey. Its well-built cabin features the most high-tech features in the class as well as comfortable and roomy seats. It also has a robust engine and delivers stable driving dynamics.

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The 2019 Honda Odyssey even got the infotainment system right. It boasts physical controls that complement the touch-screen and intuitive menu structures, which are easy to navigate. Not just that, the screen of the Odyssey is also responsive to inputs, and you can reorganize the application as per your requirement. This minivan comes with a standard multi-angle rearview camera and other available safety features like blind-spot, park assist, and Honda Sensing suite of driver assistance features.

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The 2019 Corvette Stingray

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The Corvette Stingray is a blast to drive and is available in convertible and coupe body styles. It has an attractive interior that boasts easy-to-use technology and comfortable seats. The MyLink Infotainment system of the Stingray works well and makes it easy to change and find settings for the climate as well as audio functions. It also comes with a few safety features like a rearview camera, a color head-up display, and a curb-view camera.

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This luxury sports car has additional standard features like Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a 9-speaker Bose audio system, a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hot spot, and satellite radio. Coupe models come with a removable roof panel, and convertibles have a soft top.