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Best Cars for 2009

See Kiplinger's picks for the Best in Class, Best New Car, Best Resale and Most Fuel-Efficient in 11 car categories.

By Mark Solheim, Senior Editor, Kiplinger's Personal Finance

March 2009
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Editor's Note: To see all our picks for 2010 models , click here.

We evaluated more than a thousand new models and picked winners across 11 categories, from small economy cars to crossovers, large SUVs and luxury sedans. The slide shows below offer our top picks in each category for Best in Class, Best New Car, Best Resale, and Most Fuel-Efficient. Which one is right for you?

SPECIAL: 2009 CARS
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MORE: Kiplinger's Car Buying Guide

Best Cars for 2009

Best Cars In Class


Best NEW Models


Best Cars for Resale


Best Cars for Fuel Efficiency



ALSO: Click Here to See Past Years' Winners.

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