CAMPBELL, CA (June 18, 2009) – IntelliChoice.com, the leading source for automotive ownership cost and value analysis, and part of media and marketing services company Source Interlink Companies, Inc., today announced its “Best Deals of the Month” for June 2009, which show steepening auto rebates, especially for trucks and SUVs.
“More than half of the vehicles listed among our Best Deals for June offer a rebate of at least $1,000, and in many cases it’s more,” said James Bell, editor of IntelliChoice.com. “The number and amount of rebates are among the highest we’ve ever seen. Rebates have been a fixture on our Best Deals since the beginning of the slump, but we are seeing more and consistent offers of cash on the hood–some as high as $6,000.”
“On the other hand,” added Bell, “It’s notable that almost none of the top-ranked sedans, small cars and crossovers come with offers of rebates. These are vehicles that hold their value very well and are competitive in the marketplace.”
IntelliChoice.com’s “Best Deals of the Month” identify new cars, trucks, crossovers and SUVs with the best cost of ownership value in 31 respective classes. Selections are based on current car prices, market conditions and the most aggressive national new car rebates. In addition, IntelliChoice.com uses the latest information from numerous automotive resources to evaluate what it costs to buy, own and operate each new car model-year trim line over a five-year basis.
The following “Best Deals” for June 2009 are ranked by vehicle type and size:
| Class | Brand | Model |
| Subcompact Car | Toyota | Yaris |
| Compact Car over $17,000 | Honda | Civic Hybrid |
| Compact Car under $17,000 | Honda | Fit |
| Midsize Car over $21,000 | Toyota | Prius |
| Midsize Car under $21,000 | Toyota | Prius |
| Convertible | MINI | Cooper Convertible |
| Luxury Convertible | Audi | TT Convertible |
| Near Luxury Car | Audi | A3 |
| Luxury Car (tie) | Lexus | LS |
| Cadillac | DTS | |
| Large Car | Hyundai | Sonata 4cyl |
| Base Sport Car | Ford | Mustang Coupe |
| Sport Car | Ford | Mustang GT |
| Small/Midsize Wagon | Volkswagen | Jetta TDI Wagon |
| Sport Sedan/Wagon over $38,000 | Lexus | GS |
| Sport Sedan/Wagon under $38,000 | Mitsubishi | Lancer Ralliart |
| Compact Utility/Crossover | Mazda | Tribute Hybrid |
| Midsize Crossover | Toyota | Highlander Hybrid |
| Luxury Crossover | Lexus | RX |
| Intermediate Utility (tie) | Hummer | H3 |
| Nissan | Xterra | |
| Utility | Nissan | Armada |
| Luxury SUV | GMC | Envoy Denali |
| Compact Pickup Truck 2WD | Toyota | Tacoma Regular Cab 2WD |
| Compact Pickup Truck 4WD | Toyota | Tacoma Regular Cab 4WD |
| Full-Size Pickup Truck 2WD 1/2 Ton (tie) | GMC | Sierra Crew Cab Hybrid 2WD |
| Chevrolet | Silverado Crew Cab Hybrid 2WD | |
| Full-Size Pickup Truck 2WD 3/4 Ton | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 HD Crew Cab 2WD |
| Full-Size Pickup Truck 2WD One Ton | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 HD Regular Cab 2WD |
| Full-Size Pickup Truck 4WD 1/2 Ton (tie) | GMC | Sierra Crew Cab Hybrid 4WD |
| Chevrolet | Silverado Crew Cab Hybrid 4WD | |
| Full-Size Pickup Truck 4WD 3/4 Ton | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 HD Crew Cab 4WD |
| Full-Size Pickup Truck 4WD One Ton | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 HD Crew Cab 4WD |
| Minivan | Chrysler | Town & Country |
| Full-Size Van | Ford | E150 |
IntelliChoice.com updates vehicle data several times a month to capture the latest auto rebates and ongoing incentive programs offered by manufacturers, giving consumers the most up-to-date analysis. IntelliChoice.com’s “Best Deals” list enables consumers to identify how car rebates affect a vehicle’s value throughout ownership and not just at the time of purchase. Ownership costs can vary significantly among different trim lines of the same model. Additionally, IntelliChoice.com continuously updates fuel costs based on the latest data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
Vehicles designated as an “IntelliChoice.com Best Deal of the Month” are typically cars and trucks that have good to great ownership cost values before any manufacturer rebate. A rebate can often turn a good ownership cost value into a great one, and a great value into an “IntelliChoice.com Best Deal of the Month.”
Please visit www.intellichoice.com for more information and the most up-to-date incentives.
IntelliChoice.com, part of Source Interlink Media, LLC, is the market leader in automotive ownership cost and value analysis. Founded in 1986, IntelliChoice.com is committed to empowering consumers to make better purchase decisions by providing independent and essential automotive information and tools. Through the IntelliChoice.com web site, consumers get the help they need to research, compare, configure and price vehicles. The site also connects buyers to the buying alternatives of their choice, including vehicle manufacturers and an online car buying guide. Source Interlink Media is a subsidiary of Source Interlink Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SORC), a media and marketing services company. Source Interlink is one of the largest publishers of magazines and online content for enthusiast audiences and a leading distributor of home entertainment products, including DVDs, music CDs, magazines, games, books and related items. Learn more about IntelliChoice.com and Source Interlink.
