Follow Us: Google+
 
Bankrate.com

Click Here
Winter Car Guide
Smiling woman in car
auto
5 hot cars for winter fun and frolic

New cars to warm your soul in winter
Next
1 of 7
New cars to warm your soul in winter

Typically, a roundup of the "best winter cars" focuses on all-wheel-drive, heated mirrors and seats, engine block heaters and so forth. Of course, these are features catering to physical needs. However, for many, their car represents an emotional investment. It's the sizzle as much as the steak.

Yes, "getting there" is key, but making a statement as you do it is every bit as important. With that in mind, here is a list of five of the best cars to give your spirit a boost this winter.

Rather than concentrating on traditional "winter features," this list includes cars with the power to lift your morale and brighten your disposition year-round. Four are all-new models and one has been totally redesigned for 2011. Each earned its place on this list because it has the power to make your morning slog less tedious and more fun to drive, snow or shine.


 

 

advertisement

Show Bankrate's community sharing policy
            Connect with us
Compare Auto Rates
zip code:
product:



advertisement
Most Read
  1. 10 ways to turn off a homebuyer
  2. No more Social Security at 62?
  3. What TV homes cost in real life
  4. 5 frugal ways to expand living space
  5. Naughty things credit card won't buy
  6. What it takes to remodel kitchen
  7. Danny Bonaduce's house for rent
  8. Bruce Willis' house for sale
  9. 12 meanest cars for the environment
  10. Celebrity estate planning mistakes
Auto Averages
Product Rate +/- Last week
48 month used car loan
2.70% 2.70%
48 month new car loan
2.51% 2.58%
36 month used car loan
2.76% 2.76%
36 month new car loan
2.39% 2.47%
View rates in your area:
 

A little research could save you BIG on interest.

Don't have time? Our rate-tracker tool saves you time and money. Delivered Thursdays.
 
advertisement
Partner Center
advertisement
New-car leasing is up 12.5 percent, the highest level since Experian Automotive began tracking it in 2006.

Advertising Disclosure: Bankrate.com is an independent, advertising-supported comparison service. Bankrate may be compensated in exchange for featured placement of certain sponsored products and services, or your clicking on links posted on this website.