Audi A6 The A6 was close to making the cut last year, but it was hampered by a merely "Acceptable" performance in whiplash protection. With improvements to the Audi's seats, the A6 and smaller A4 earned the Insurance Institute's Top Safety Pick award. |  With prices under $25,000 (some way under) these cars make excellent choices for those shopping for their first new set of wheels. (more)  The redesigned 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is an American mid-sized sedan that can compete at the top. (more) |
