Best new cars to buy in 2016

List of car models with the criteria of harmony between fashionable design, practicality and especially inspiring driving.

Thrillist website compiles statistics on new car models that have made their mark on the world auto market in 2016. The list partly focuses on the view that the best-selling car is not necessarily the best car in each segment.

Cadillac CT6

As a high-end luxury sedan, the Cadillac CT6, priced from $53,500, still retains a pure American design personality. Although it is inferior toThe big names of Germany and Japan in sales, but do not underestimate the models of General Motors.

Cadillac CT6, pure American luxury sedan.

The sedan is built on a lightweight aluminum frame. The interior uses materials from precious wood, high-quality leather and carbon fiber. Optional business-class rear seats. The front and rear camera system and the display on the rearview mirror in the cockpit are what really make the CT6 different from its competitors.

Jaguar XE

Under the management of Tata Motors, an Indian multi-industry corporation, Jaguar shows more timely and pragmatic changes.

XE, the cheapest product of Jaguar.

The XE sedan best reflects the ambition to target the mainstream customers who love sports cars at a not-too-high price. The driving experience is an element that makes the British car company's identity, but it is not lost on the XE. Although the selling price is only 35,000 USD, the cheapest in Jaguar's product line. The diesel version is equipped with a V6 engine with a capacity of 340 horsepower.

Chevrolet Bolt

In the mid-size electric car segment in the US, the Chevrolet Bolt is a rival to the "phenomenon" Tesla Model 3.

Chevrolet Bolt, Tesla Model 3's rival in the US. Photo: Caranddriver.

Price $37,500 and kThe ability to travel within a range of 320 km per charge helps Bolt score points with customers. The electric car is equipped with an electric motor with a capacity of 200 horsepower, maximum torque of 360 Nm, accelerating from 0-96 km/h in 6.5 seconds.

Audi R8

2016 marked the second generation of the Audi R8 launched on the market. The new design language focuses on masculinity with sharp, angular lines instead of the soft curves of the previous generation.

Second generation Audi R8.

The interior space cuts down on mechanical buttons and replaces them with a 12.3-inch virtual cockpit configuration. Powering the new generation R8 is a 5.2-liter V10 engine that produces 540 horsepower and 540 Nm of maximum torque on the standard version. The starting price of the Audi R8 is $ 163,000.

Ford F-150 Raptor

Ford's model remains a benchmark in the full-size pickup segment in the US market.

Ford F150 Raptor, the top full-size pickup in its segment.

With its rugged design and advanced technology, the F-series is always a leader in reliability and consumer preference. The standard Raptor version costs $48,300 and is equipped with a 3.5-liter Ecoboost V6 engine with 450 horsepower and 510 Nm of maximum torque.

BMW M2

Not too fussy in design, M2 is a car that possesses pure sport qualities in BMW's M family.

M2, the elite "child" in BMW's M series family.

With a 3-liter 6-cylinder engine and software to handle high-speed situations, the M2 offers an exciting experience behind the wheel. This model even surpassed its more expensive predecessor, the M4, to become the most anticipated name in the German car company's M line in 2016. The M2 costs $51,700 in the US.

Kia Optima LX 1.6T

Less attractive in terms of brand compared to products from Japan and the US, the Optima LX 1.6T version makes its mark with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.

Kia Optima LX 1.6T, a popular sedan worth owning.

The car feels smooth at low rpm and stable at high speed. The price of 24,140 USD comes with leather interior, spacious interior and most of all, a driving feeling that is not boring for a popular sedan.

Volvo S90

A notable highlight of Volvo car models since being acquired by Geely Group, China is competition through technology, safety and fashionable design.

S90, rival of Mercedes E-class.

The S90, a mid-size luxury sedan that competes with the Mercedes E-class and BMW 5 series, is no exception. The Volvo S90 has a masculine yet luxurious exterior. The interior is equipped with leather, wood and silver-plated metal as highlights. The starting price of the Swedish brand's sedan is $47,000.

Jaguar F-Pace

In the context of the fast-growing SUV segment, attracting many brands to join the game, Jaguar F-Pace is an attractive new factor in the market. The car brings a more interesting driving experience than what a normal SUV has.

F-Pace, the first SUV of the Jaguar brand.

There are two engine options on the F-Pace starting at $42,000. Including a 2.0-liter inline-4 with 177 horsepower and3-liter supercharged V6 with 335 horsepower. The car accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds and reaches a top speed of 155 mph.

According to VNE