These days, the car is more than just a means of transportation. It is a smartphone and a computer on wheels. Automatic location technology, parking mode, is increasingly becoming a standard in cars. Many drivers can expect to enjoy not only the infotainment systems on 8-inch LED (light-emitting diode) displays, but also the "intelligence" of the car with its systems of night vision, emergency braking. But the car models won't be twins anyway. High-tech cars and trucks are being created that are an order of magnitude ahead of their time - like James Bond's secret bases. These technologies are not only inherent in high-end cars. There are cars for a moderate price, but on "intelligence" is not inferior to its older counterparts. Such models will not leave indifferent even the most technically trained drivers. ForTrader.org magazine will tell about them in this comparative article.

High Tech cars: Mini Cooper S Coupe

- Manufacturer's recommended price: $25,450
- Fuel Consumption:
- City mode - 8.7 l/100 km
- Out of town - 6, 7 l/km
- Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 7sec.

Mini Cooper S Coupe does not claim to be a sports or luxury car, but it is something of a heavyweight when it comes to technology. While there are multimedia systems on many cars, the original layout in the 1.6-liter four-cylinder Cooper S sets it apart from its class. A 6.5-inch HD (high-definition) display is located in the center of the speedometer. The car is equipped with Bluetooth (wireless network technology), which enables you to connect your smartphone to the multimedia system and USB / Ipod adapter. Drivers can control the system with a joystick, voice or steering wheel buttons. You won't have much trouble plugging your phone into the car's charger while driving - it's located in the center armrest. Need to access Facebook, Twitter, Google or web radio while you're on the road? Download the free mini app to your iPhone. Advanced technology isn't just about the Cooper S's interior. When driving out of town, you can turn on "sport mode" and the on-board computer will automatically adjust the car's suspension, engine, transmission and power steering settings for sharp acceleration and braking, weighting the steering wheel.

High Tech cars: Audi S5 Coupe

- Manufacturer's recommended price:  $50,900
- Fuel Consumption:
- City mode - 13.7 l/100 km
- Outside the city - 8.4 l/100 km
- Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 4.9 s.

Audi S5 Coupe - is not just for advanced drivers. This car is for those who respect techno-modernism and stylishness. Owners of the 3-liter (333 hp), six-cylinder sedan will be pleasantly surprised by the 14 speakers of the Danish company Bang & Olufsen, which are combined with the Premium Plus package (multifunctional media device, with support for HD, WiFi). Sound volume, thanks to noise compensation technology, remains at the same level - only noise from the road surface and vehicle speed is corrected. MNI Navigation Plus system, includes a color LCD display, which shows three-dimensional topographical data and voice informer, which gives real-time information about the movement of the vehicle. Connect Audi is integrated with the Google Earth project, which can be used to capture high-definition, three-dimensional aerial photos. The Audi S5 uses the system to detect vehicles in the blind spot.

High Tech Cars: Ford Fiesta SE Sedan

- Recommended retail price: 15 200 dollars
- Fuel Consumption:
- City mode - 8.1 l/100 km
- Out of town - 6 l/100 km

If you bracket the style and speed characteristics of the sedan, the advanced technology here is top notch. In addition to having low fuel consumption for a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine, the Fiesta features the Sync AppLink software module, compatible with Sync (voice-activated controls). The technology allows you to access Internet content, listen to any music from the Internet, receive incoming messages, make phone calls without taking your hands off the steering wheel, and dictate outgoing messages aloud. Thanks to the voice control system you can select any music, news and any other information through the search engine.

High Tech Cars: Lexus GS 350

- Recommended retail price: $46,900
- Fuel Consumption:
- In the city - 12.4 l/100 km
- Out of town 8.4 l/100 km
- Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 5.3sec.

A 12.3-inch HD split screen, a multimedia display, a blind spot monitoring system (view from two sides at once), and 4-wheel drive are just a few examples of the advanced technology found in the Lexus GS 350. The 3.5-liter, six-cylinder luxury car packs a host of innovations both inside and outside of the vehicle. Advanced drivers already appreciate the innovative system that uses video cameras and a host of sensors to keep the car in its lane, while adaptive cruise control keeps you at a safe distance even when the car ahead brakes hard. Innovation has also been applied to the comfort of the GS. The climate control system now responds automatically to the presence of the front passenger.

High Tech Cars: Honda Odyssey

- Recommended retail price: $28,575
- Fuel Consumption:
- City mode - 12.4 l/100 km
- Outside the city - 8.4 l/100 km

A built-in DVD player is almost standard for the Honda Odyssey minivan. The vehicle now comes equipped with a satellite navigation system with a voice informer that not only gives you directions, but also informs you, in real time, of highway congestion and traffic conditions in most major cities. In 2013, all Honda Odyssey vehicles will be equipped with Bluetooth HandsFreeLink, which allows you to make and receive calls without touching your phone. The car will have a 16.2-inch DVD split-screen multimedia (poly-screen). All models come standard with a USB audio interface that allows you to connect your iPod or USB flash drive. And with a voice command the driver can choose to listen to any piece of music. Innovations are not only in the infotainment system. There is a built-in refrigerator. For example, in the EX-L model, the fridge holds six cans (0.33l) or four bottles (0.5l) of drinks.

High class cars: Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo X

- Recommended retail price: $36,695
- Fuel Consumption:
- In urban mode - 14.7 l/100 km
- Out of town - 10.2 l/100 km

The 3.6-liter, six-cylinder Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo X SUV is respected not only for its driving performance, but also for its abundance of innovation. Similar to a home computer, the Jeep Uconnect allows you to store thousands of songs, videos and photos, and has access to a navigation and entertainment system. While you're driving, the advanced GPS navigation system not only gives you turn-by-turn directions, but also recognizes voice commands. Nine speakers and a subwoofer provide you with high quality music. There is an optional, 9-inch pop-up DVD display, with ports for connecting games and media players. If a wall of water unexpectedly falls on your windshield from under the wheels of an oncoming truck, the "wipers" themselves will choose the maximum mode of operation. Technologies in the field of safety abound in this SUV: adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, lane crossing warning system.

Which of these cars do you like?