2010-2011 New Cars: The Ultimate Guide, Part 2

Welcome to the latest installment of the only complete, model-by-model review of all the latest new cars heading to U.S. dealerships for next year and the following.

Your comprehensive search continues here with PART TWO of 2010-2011 New Cars: The Ultimate Guide, which covers all the latest new car offerings by automakersfromChevrolettoHonda.PART ONE, which covers automakers fromAcuratoCadillac,CAN BE FOUND BY CLICKING HERE

Stay tuned over the next month as we will outline more than 160 new cars on sale for the 2010 and 2011 model year in ourFIVE PART SERIES.After that, we'll follow with our Truck and SUV Buyers Guide.

STAR RATINGS:

CHEVROLET AVEO/AVEO5

BASE PRICE RANGE:$12,120-$15,520BODY TYPE:Sedan, hatch

WHAT'S NEW:A very slight horsepower bump moves the 1.6L's output from 106 to 108, while lower numeric fourth- and fifth-gear ratios on the 5M gearbox increases fuel economy by reducing engine rpm at higher speeds. The Aveo5's rear spoiler is now standard on the 2LT trim level, and all models can be painted in Wintergreen Metallic.

BEST BUY:The Aveo5 with the reworked 5M tranny offers good gas mileage at a decent price.

SUM UP:Beats walking. Just.*

CHEVROLET CAMARO/SS

BASE PRICE RANGE:$23,040-$31,040BODY TYPE:Coupe

WHAT'S NEW: Chevy has met every hope and dream fans pinned to long-awaited Camaro. From exterior design to interior trim, from engine offerings to performance handling, the reborn ponycar successfully integrates classic character with modern technology. New Camaro is available in 3.6L V-6 RS and 6.2L V-8 SS (400 hp for the 6A; 426 for 6M).

DRIVER'S CHOICE:The SS manual with its 26 extra ponies and launch control is extra icing on the bragging rights cake.

SUM UP:Swaggering rock-star of a ponycar.****

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CHEVROLET COBALT/SS

BASE PRICE RANGE:$15,800-$24,250*BODY TYPE:Sedan, coupe

WHAT'S NEW:With the anticipated arrival of the all-new Cruze world car, the Cobalt is relegated to the soon-to-be gone back burner, a shame since the Cobalt SS is a zippy, decent-looking econobox with good performance credentials and an extensive slate of extras. The only changes for 2010 are two new exterior colors, and revised interior color and trim offerings.

COOL FACT:Cobalt SS set a front-drive lap record at the fabled Nurburgring.

SUM UP:Wait for the Cruze.**

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CHEVROLET CORVETTE/Z06/ZR1

BASE PRICE RANGE:$49,500-$106,700*BODY TYPE:Hatch, convertible

WHAT'S NEW:Plenty. The base model gets a revised 6A paddle shift control and launch control is standard with 6M. ZR1 also gets launch control, as well as new Performance Traction Management technology. New Grand Sport edition of the Corvette that replaces previous Z51 package. Last, the entire range now benefits from standard side airbags.

COOL FACT:Original Corvette Grand Sports, five special protos built in 1963 as potential lightweight, race-ready models, never made production.

SUM UP:Shock + awe = ZR1.*****

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CHEVROLET CRUZE

BASE PRICE RANGE:$16,000-$21,000*BODY TYPE:Sedan

WHAT'S NEW:All-new, compact sedan boasts coupelike styling, midsizelike, nicely furnished interior, myriad tech amenities, including Bluetooth and USB connectivity, and optional 1.4L turbo four with E85 capability. Built in GM's Lordstown, Ohio, plant, Cruze is offered in base, LS, LT, and LTZ models; it goes on sale in the first half of 2010.

COOL FACT:The interior features a Corvette-inspired twin-cockpit motif with grained, soft-touch components.

SUM UP:A world car-we hope. (Not Rated)

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CHEVROLET HHR/SS

BASE PRICE RANGE:$19,440-$25,990*BODY TYPE:Wagon

WHAT'S NEW:Having received a rear-cargo-area load's worth of changes in 2009, this year's version of Chevy's successful retromobile remains basically the same. The very limited changes for 2010 are three new exterior paint colors, a revised Cashmere interior color scheme, and, offering the only excitement this model year, an optional rearview camera.

BEST BUY:The base model HHR for utility, value, and cool looks.

SUM UP:Retro done right.**

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CHEVROLET IMPALA/SS

BASE PRICE RANGE:$24,714-$30,455BODY TYPE:Sedan

WHAT'S NEW:After years of practically standing still, the Impala moves ahead slightly in 2010. All models with the 1LT trim level feature foglamps as standard and can be equipped with the optional Convenience Package, which includes Universal Home Remote, auto-dimming inside mirror, outside heated/power-adjustable mirrors, and Bluetooth phone connectivity. The only other changes are three new paint colors.

AVOID:Still dull, especially compared with its smarter Malibu sibling.

SUM UP:You still here?*

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CHEVROLET MALIBU

BASE PRICE RANGE:$22,545-$27,325BODY TYPE:Sedan

WHAT'S NEW:Popular Malibu gets a few tweaks to its 2010 lineup, including E85 capability for the 2.4L four; the 6A gearbox is standard with 1LT trim level; the 2LT level has new 17-in. Chrome Tech aluminum wheels; the adjustable lumbar seat feature is now power-driven; and three new exterior colors are on offer.

COOL FACT:The Hybrid's nickel metal hydride battery pack and other key hybrid components are covered by an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty.

SUM UP:This is more like it.***

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