Mercedes AMG C 63 S

Base price: $83,700 As tested: $96,900 Big, boxy and bold, the AMG C 63 S is a true driver’s car with oodles of power and handling.

We like: It looks as though it should be chauffeur-driven, but is way too much fun to hand it off to an employee, the quality is superb inside and out and the car is bristling with safety systems and driver aids. Engine: 4.0-L V8 twin turbo Power/torque: 503 hp, 516 lb.-ft.

NRC ratings L/100 km: 13.4 City, 9.6

Hwy (premium)

What’s best: Grin-inducing speed and handling from a spacious fourdoor sedan.

What’s worst: With all the electronic nannies aboard you may never find out how good the car is on its own.

Value for money: You can look the part of a really high-roller and enjoy the drive for less than $100K.