A superb looking sedan, the 2006 Cadillac DTS has a 4.6 liter V8 engine that can generate as much as 275 horsepower. Aside from that, it offers safety features such as traction control, air bags, and curtain side air bags as well. That doesn’t end there because it also offers well-designed upholstery, remote engine start, load-leveling suspension, and ultra-bright xenon lights.

Slick, powerful, and economic. These are the three things that can best sum up the Honda CRZ. Basically a hybrid vehicle, this is perhaps the best of its kinds that has ever come out of Honda.

The Honda CRZ boasts of a 6-speed manual transmission that offers superb steering and handling. Just like most hybrid vehicles, it combines petrol and electricity as its power source. Because of that, it offers excellent fuel economy and very low fuel emissions as well.

Fact is, the Honda CRZ uses a 1.5-liter IVTEC engine that does wonders if it’s coupled with its hybrid powertrain. Once you start driving it, you’ll be surprised to get as little as 117 g/km of carbon emissions. The best part is, it has an unheard of 56.4 mpg that other hybrid vehicles can’t provide.

Compared to other hybrid cars, the Honda CRZ is a sporty, powerful, and classy vehicle that is designed to protect the environment at the same time.

Without a doubt, the New Alfa Mito Multiair is already a world-wide success that has made it one of the most loved cars in recent memory. Its combination of excellent style, engineering, and performance makes it a car that few can say no to.

In spit of its past success, Alfa Romeo still wanted to improve it by making sure that it releases lower emissions while having a better fuel mileage.  To do that, its engineers developed the Euro 5-ready 1.4-liter Multiair engine.

This can engine is strong enough to generate more or less 135 horsepower. Aside from that, it can propel the New Alfa Mito Multiair from 0-62 mph in just 7.5 seconds. Now here’s the part, with all the power that its engine can produce, it surely is fuel efficient because it boasts fuel mileage rating of 47.1.

The most popular car by Renault today, the Renault Clio is a mini MPV that Renault has been marketing for quite a while now. A three-door passenger car, the Renault Clio generates only 117 g/km of emissions. If you’re wondering how much it takes to get it, it  only costs around 11,040 lbs.

If you want to know more about the Renault Clio, here’s its specs:

CO2 emissions: 139g/km

MPG Combined: 47.9

Engine: 1149cc Petrol
Transmission : 5 Speed Man

BHP/Torque: 75/105 NM
Kerb Weight: 1080 kg
Top Speed: 104 MPH
0-62 MPH: 13.4 secs
Insurance Group: 2
Warranty: 36m/60,000

Everybody is fond of small cars. From the Mini car to the smallest electric cars, we can’t seem to have enough of these tiny, yet effective machines. Nissan knows this and because of that, the fourth generation of its Nissan Micra has just been launched.

Sporting a superb packaging and small-car technology, the Nissan Micra is a stylish and accessible compact car that many will find amazing.

At a glance, the Nissan Micra offers a spacious interior and superb exterior dimensions. When you look under the hood, it has a 3-cylinder petrol engine that employs a valve-timing control technology. Aside from that, its 115 g/km emission is something that every green car lover will find very appealing.

The performance of the Nissan Micra is definitely world-class. Basically, its 1.2-liter engine can generate 72KW and 142 NM of torque.

THe Nissan Micra will surely make waves this 2010. That being said, it’s not going to be surprising if it emerges as one of the best cars when the year ends.

Audi just introduced a mega-city vehicle called the Audi A1 E-Tron at the Geneva Motor Show. As an environment-friendly vehicle, it has an electric drive system that enables it to have a range of more than 31 miles. Aside from that, it has a mini combustion engine that recharges the battery once the energy is already depleted.

When it comes to performance, the Audi A1 E-Tron can go from 0-62 mph in just 10.2 seconds. Its top speed meanwhile can go as fast as 80 mph. Though the Audi A1 E-Tron is not as fast as most fuel-powered cars, it’s a zero-emission vehicle for the first 31.7 miles.

To increase its range on the other hand, it can rely on a Wankel engine that powers a generator so it can produce extra 15kw.

A battery-powered van. If you can describe the Mercedes Vito in a nutshell, it’s essentially a van that runs on batteries. This year, it’s going to be delivered to 20 customers who wish to transport stuff to environment-sensitive zones.

As a bettery-operated vehicle, the Mercedes Vito uses a powerful lithium-ion technology that Mercedes engineers have developed. Basically, its lithium-ion batteries have an operating voltage of 400 volts and a 130-kilometer range. Its electric motor meanwhile has a peak output of 90 KW.

In Alfa Romeo’s 100^th year, it will be launching an environment-friendly car like no  other: the Alfa Giulietta. Capable of demonstrating excellent agility even in the most extreme routes, the The Alfa Giulietta is every green car lover’s dream.

Essentially, the Alfa Giulietta is a five-door hatchback with great styling provided by Alfa Romeo designers. To be able to survive the toughest conditions, it is equipped with topnotch suspension and dual pinion active steering.

Without a doubt, the Alfa Giulietta offers the highest possible performance and looks. Right now, it uses 120 HP 1.4 TB petrol engine that can generate as much as 235 horsepower once you step on the gas. In fact, there is a strong and sustained acceleration that this engine can provide. To impress you further, this engine offers advanced technical solutions such as direct fuel injection and twin continuously variable valve timing units.

Finally, automaker giant Audi has penetrated the green car market as it launched the Audi A1 Quattro hybrid. Measuring only four meters, it’s the epitome of supreme efficiency and great style rolled into one.

When you check out its underhood, the Audi A1 Quattro hybrid is powered by a 1.4-liter Turbo FSI petrol engine and a lithium-ion battery power electric motor. When the fuel engine and electric motor work together, power consumption and emissions are reduced by as much as 15 percent.

In spite of its small size, the Audi A1 Quattro hybrid can deliver 5,500 rpm and it can even accelerate from 0-62 mph in just 7.8 seconds. Aside from that, this environment-friendly vehicle can go as fast as 124 mph. The best part is, its total fuel economy is a whopping 57.6 mpg.

Once in a while, we want to get away from the dulling monotony of urban life. Then again, if you’re tired of looking at your beat-up van, then maybe it’s time to check out Peugeot’s new van called the Bipper Tepee.

Basically a family vehicle, the Bipper Tepee is easy and fun to drive. Aside from that, it’s compact while still offering unparalleled versatility. When you look at the Bipper Tepee, you’ll find out that it has five seats, which is perfect for your family. As a green car, its low emissions make it very appealing to those who are trying to save money. Fact is, this vehicle’s engine can offer you an astonishing MPG rating of 62.8.

With dimensions of 3.959 meters and a width of 1.684 meters, it’s definitely designed for urban driving where comfort and drivability are essential. To ensure complete safety when driving, it’s equipped with large door mirrors. Aside from that, it has a rear-assistance parking system that will help you out during difficult parking maneuvers.

In spite of the Bipper Tepee’s green car orientation, it’s still an impressive vehicle as far as performance is concerned. Basically, power is generated by a 1.4-liter engine that reduces CO2 emissions as much as possible.