2009 Volkswagen Scirocco

Volkswagen resurrects the Scirocco name, with excellent results.

• 2009 Lincoln MKS

  The MKS is well made and chock-full of features, but it's pricey and doesn't shine in any particular area.

• 2009 Audi S5

  Audi's sporty version of the A5 isn't as exhilarating as you might hope, but it's an excellent muscle-bound cruiser.

• 2009 Volkswagen Passat CC

  Taken on its own merits, the Passat CC looks good and drives well. But we wonder if Volkswagen, in trying to offer a more premium version of the Passat, has shot itself in the foot by using the name of a much less glamorous car.