Coolest New-Car Features for 2017

July 28, 2016

There are so many tech and convenience options today, it's hard to keep up with them.

This week, Forbes compiled a list of the top 10 coolest new features on 2017 models. They include everything from highly-adjustable seats, to 7-camera guidance cameras. Check out the full list below.

As always, if you're shopping for a new car right now, I recommend you use TrueCar No Haggle, CarsDirect and NADAGuides to quickly see the best deals being offered in your area.

Vehicle	Cool Tech	What it Does
Chrysler Pacifica	Uconnect Theater	Dual 10-inch touchscreen monitors in rear passenger compartment with smartphone connectivity and built in apps and games.
Ford Super Duty	Guidance Cameras	As many as 7 video cameras around the truck for added safety and easy towing
Honda Ridgeline	Truck-Bed Audio System	540-watt audio system with six weatherproof speakers
Infiniti QX30	Spinal Support Seats	Designed to match curvature of the spine, reduces pressure and fatigue on back muslcles
Jaguar F-Pace	Activity Key	Keyless entry and push-button start incorporated into wearable wristband
Lincoln Continental	Perfect Position Seats	30 separate seat adjustments, plus heating, cooling, and massaging functions
Mercedes-Benz G550 4x4	Portal Axles	Can raise the truck's driveline up and off center of wheels to give 17-inch ground clearance
Volvo S90/V90	Run-off Road Mitigation	Helps prevent running off the road because of driver error or bad weather conditions
Volvo S90/V90	Large Animal Detection	Help avoid hitting deer, elk and other animals
Bentley Bentayga	Entertainment Tablet	Pair of 10.2 inch tablets stored in front seatbacks

My Recommendation for Car Shoppers

TrueCar No-Haggle, CarsDirect, and NADAGuides are the quickest way to see the lowest car prices in your area. These sites show you no-haggle prices from dealers closest to you - and the deals are usually really good. This should be the first step you take when negotiating your car price. Follow this up with my checklist to make sure you squeeze out every last bit of savings.
- Gregg Fidan

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About The Author

Gregg Fidan is the founder of RealCarTips. After being ripped off on his first car purchase, he devoted several years to figuring out the best ways to avoid scams and negotiate the best car deals. He has written hundreds of articles on the subject of car buying and taught thousands of car shoppers how to get the best deals.

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