Hottest cars for 2010

KIA SOUL: The latest entry in the growing range of quirky-looking and inexpensive small cars, the Soul adds a new level of style and wit to Kia's lineup. With an appealing base price of just $13,330, the Soul aims to undercut competitors like the Scion xB and Honda Element by several thousand dollars. Kia's stand also showcases an appealing convertible version of the Soul. Edmunds.com; text: Mark Phelan