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Nahal Ahmed
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2011 Buick Verano turbo
The Verano shares its design with the Chevrolet Cruze, a car that has proved to be an excellent handler. Our only complaint is the relative lack of power. However, we are especially looking forward to piloting the turbocharged model, which is due later; its 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine should make at least 220 horsepower. Combine that with the isolation that comes with Buick's quiet tuning and a high-quality interior, and the 2011 Buick Verano should be a fun and pleasant entry luxury car.
2011 BMW 650i convertible
A bad convertible is a pleasure to drive on a sunny day. A BMW convertible is a thing of beauty. BMW's redesigned 650i convertible looks even more inviting and more attractive than the last model. Under the hood, it swaps a 4.8-liter 360-horsepower V8 for a twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 that boosts output to 400 horses and cuts the zero-to-60 mph time to 4.9 seconds. Available active rear steering should help this nimble car rotate even better through corners.
2011 BMW 1-Series M
While every BMW is a pleasure to drive, the M versions are the ultimate performance expression of each model. We haven't seen a 1-Series M until now. The 2011 BMW 1-Series M improves on the already-engrossing 135i in several ways. It comes with a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six engine that boosts output from 300 to 340 horsepower. It also features a wider track; the M3's suspension components improve handling; and wider fenders and aerodynamic tweaks make it look cooler. Give us the keys and several miles of twisty roads and we'll be happy.
2011 Audi A6
There's no driving experience quite like piloting a smooth and luxurious midsize sedan. The Audi A6 has fit into that category for several years, and the 2011 model promises to be even better. A stiff, lightweight body made of aluminum and high-strength steel should deliver capable handling. We like the robust turbocharged 3.0-liter 300-horsepower V6 that carries over, and the new hybrid powertrain -- featuring an electric motor and Audi's turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine -- promises 245 responsive horses and a frugal 38 mpg.
Anticipation
Nothing stirs interest in new cars like a good auto show. They get both the casual fan and hard-core enthusiast all atwitter with glimpses of the shapeliest, most powerful and fastest sheet metal known to man. (We exaggerate a little, but you get the gist.) And the 2011 North American International Auto Show in Detroit was no exception. Here, we've compiled a list of the 10 most intriguing vehicles at the show. These are the machine we can't wait to drive.
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