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Top 10 Best Cars of 2014
January 1, 2015
Happy New Year! As we all look forward to 2015, now is a good time to look back and reflect on the best cars of 2014 - there are still a lot of them left on dealer lots, and many of them come with great deals.So which cars came on top last year? According to Consumer Reports, The Tesla Model S won hands down due to its excellent handling, acceleration, styling and controls. The second best car of 2014 was the BMW M235i, which also ranked tops in handling and styling. Also on the top 10 list are the Mercedes-Benz S550, Audi A8, Chevrolet Impala, and Infiniti Q70.
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| Rank | Vehicle | Base MSRP Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tesla Model S | $69,900-$104,500 |
| 2 | BMW M235i | $32,100-$44,900 |
| 3 | Mercedes-Benz S550 | $94,400-$230,900 |
| 4 | Porsche 911 | $84,300-$194,600 |
| 5 | Mercedes-Benz E250 Diesel | $51,800-$103,200 |
| 6 | Chevrolet Corvette Stingray | $54,000-$64,000 |
| 7 | Audi A8 | $77,400-$137,900 |
| 8 | Chevrolet Impala | $27,060-$40,660 |
| 9 | Audi A6/A7 | $44,800-$106,500 |
| 10 | Infiniti Q70 | $49,850-$67,050 |
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