These are some of the most exciting automotive debuts of the year--and the place to see them is the Detroit Auto Show. Vehicles are listed in alphabetical order.

1. BMW 1-Series M Coupe

The Scoop: Detroit witnesses the official debut of the long-awaited 1-Series M Coupe, with sales starting later in the spring. BMW used a new twin-turbocharged, all-aluminum, 3.0-liter inline-6 engine that gets 335 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque. It comes with a 6-speed manual transmission. Zero to 60 mph time is 4.7 seconds, with a top speed limited to 155 mph. The production run is limited to 2,700 units.
Pricing: $45,000

2. BMW 6-Series Convertible

The Scoop: The 2012 version of the 6-Series Convertible will be one of the highlights of the show. It'll be a BMW 650i Convertible with a V8 dual-turbo engine and direct fuel injection that gives 400 horsepower and comes with either a six-speed manual transmission or an eight-speed automatic sports transmission. It goes on sale in the U.S. later this year.
Pricing: $86,000 (estimated)

3. Ford C-Max

The Scoop: The C-MAX is part of Ford's global small vehicle strategy to deliver 10 models--2 million vehicles annually--from a single C-vehicle platform by 2012. It also has Ford's first application of the 1.6-liter EcoBoost I-4 engine in its North American C-class vehicles. The aluminum engine combines direct injection, turbocharging and twin independent variable camshaft timing for fuel economy 20% better than naturally aspirated, larger-displacement gasoline engines with a similar power output. C-MAX also has a power-operated rear liftgate, five seats in the main cabin and two smaller seats in the third row, twin sliding doors, active park assist with a special system that will automatically parallel-park the car.
Pricing: $19,000 (estimated)

4. Hyundai Veolster

The Scoop: This production vehicle is a sporty 2+2 coupe with a strong technology component. It's targeted to younger buyers and will likely be cheaper, more fuel efficient and trendier than the performance-oriented Genesis coupe.
Pricing: TBD

5. Mercedes-Benz SLS E-Cell

The Scoop: This is the electric version of the popular SLS AMG Gullwing that went on sale last year. Its four motors (a pair at each axle integrated with reduction gears to drive all four wheels at the same time) combine to provide 526 horsepower and 649 lb-ft of torque and a 0-60 time of 4 seconds. The production model will be on sale in 2013. And watch out: The car in Detroit will be painted a screaming "AMG Lumilectric Mango" yellow.
Pricing: $200,000+

6. MINI Paceman Concept

The Scoop: The Paceman is a coupe, like the MINI Cooper, but it's based on the four-door MINI Countryman. That leaves us with something that sits higher than the Cooper and that will probably be trimmed to a higher degree than that coupe. The concept comes with an all-wheel-drive system and a John Cooper Works-tuned turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 211 horsepower. It'll come to market late 2012.
Pricing: $22,000

7. Porsche Supercar

The Scoop: This is the first time in four years that Porsche will have a booth at the Detroit show (they stopped going in 2007 to focus more on efforts at the Los Angeles shindig). The Stuttgart-based manufacturer has said it'll bring something "spectacular " to show but is staying mum about what--they won't even say whether it's a hybrid racer or something more extreme. Smart money is saying it will be a close-to-production version of something akin to the 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid, which Porsche has said will be road-ready in 2013. [Note: The car shown is the Porsche 918 Spyder.]
Pricing: TBD

8. Toyota Prius MPV

The Scoop: Photos of this have been leaked already, but Toyota has been strict about saving the debut of this three-row, seven-passenger hybrid for Detroit. The van will use a 1.8-liter hybrid engine (the same used in the five-door hatch version) with a total output of 138 horsepower. [Note: The car shown is the Toyota FT-CH Dedicated Hybrid Concept].
Pricing: $25,000 (estimated)

9. Tesla Model S

The Scoop: Tesla will focus primarily on "vehicle engineering " this year in Detroit, it says, and the S will play a main part of that. The California-based carmaker says it already has 3,000 buyers lined up for the electric sedan, which is set to be delivered in 2012. The car has room for five adults and can come with a 160-mile, 220-mile, or 300-mile battery pack. Tesla says the car will go from 0-60 in 5.6 seconds, with a top speed of 120 miles per hour.
Pricing: $56,400 (minus a $7,500 federal tax credit)

10. Venturi America

The Scoop: This 300-horsepower, rear-wheel-drive electric buggy-coupe debuted at the Paris Motor Show last fall and will be on the stand again in Detroit. While the car is still in a concept stage, the fact that Venturi recently launched Venturi North America in Columbus, Ohio, at least means the company hopes to develop its presence more in the states. The car uses a 54 kWh battery pack made of lithium ion polymer batteries that provide a cruising range of 186 miles. It comes with an on-board charger that will refuel with a standard electrical outlet or a specialized high-volt charger.
Pricing: TBD

The signs are everywhere: American automakers are on the mend. Free of any bailout stigma, Ford is leading the pack, with compelling cars and trucks delivering massive profits. One step behind, General Motors has emerged from bankruptcy as a leaner, nimbler company, with several new models that are scoring well with critics and consumers. And Chrysler has allied with Italy's Fiat to revamp its aging car lineup. Whether Ford can sustain its momentum, and whether GM and Chrysler can thrive again, remains to be seen. What is clear is that Detroit's Big Three are raising their game. These 10 models are proof.

Buick Regal Turbo
With impressive models such as the Enclave crossover and LaCrosse sedan, Buick is suddenly back on the consumer radar. Its sales are up nearly 60 percent in 2010, more than any other brand in the industry. The jewel in its crown is the new Regal. It glows at the curb, with a modern sophistication that's often lacking in Motown sedans. The good vibes continue with a handsome interior that's reminiscent of German luxury cars. And the 220-horsepower turbocharged inline 4-cylinder engine delivers the power and smoothness you expect from a premium sedan.

Cadillac CTS
The sedan that kicked off a renaissance at Cadillac adds a coupe for 2011, a sharp-edged rogue that looks one part show car, one part stealth fighter. The CTS is a red, white and blue reply to anyone who says America can't build a sporty luxury car to compete against Europe or Japan. The cabin is Lexus-quiet, smartly finished and loaded with intuitive technology. Its 3.6-liter 304-horsepower V6 engine is mated to a suspension that expertly balances long-distance comfort and sporty control. The CTS sedan also offers the space of a midsize luxury car at the price of compacts such as the BMW 3-Series.

Chevrolet Corvette
No list of America's best cars would be complete without the iconic Corvette. That's not just nostalgia talking: The Corvette continues to up its game, achieving modern feats of performance that leave many exotic foreign sports cars — and their owners — quaking in their boots. For less than $50,000 to start, the Corvette brings a 430-horsepower V8 engine and a fat roster of performance technology. The Corvette's surprising cargo space and fuel economy, at up to 16 mpg city/26 mpg highway for the base model, is just the icing on its speedy cake.

Chrysler 300
Those who dismiss any chance of a Chrysler comeback shouldn't forget cars like the 300. The 300 sedan blew people away when it arrived in 2005, reminding them that Chrysler can score big when it decides to swing for the fences. With Mercedes E-Class components covered by a bold, all-American shell, the 300 became a smooth-driving hit with both urban and suburban buyers. The 300 then spawned Hemi-powered offshoots, including the Dodge Charger and Challenger. An all-new 300 will reach showrooms next year, with a more elegant shape, a higher-class interior and Chrysler's solid new Pentastar V6 engine as the base powerplant.

Dodge Ram
Full-size pickup trucks are the one automotive segment still owned by Detroit. And while Ford's F-150 remains the nation's best-selling vehicle, the Dodge Ram is our current champ. Behind its macho truck-stop grille, the Dodge offers a choice of three engines, including a 5.7-liter 390-horsepower Hemi that outmuscles anything in the half-ton class. The Ram's unique coil-spring rear suspension delivers a less jarring ride than Ford or Chevy, and at no expense to hauling or towing ability. The Ram is also plush and roomy, stuffed with clever storage solutions, including lockable, waterproof boxes in the bed.

Ford Fusion
Who says America can't build a hybrid? The gas-electric version of Ford's popular midsize sedan whips the Toyota Camry Hybrid in looks, handling and fuel economy — 41 mpg city/36 mpg highway versus the Camry's 31/35. The standard Fusion is one of the market's slickest-driving family sedans, with a 175-horsepower 4-cylinder engine or with a 240-horsepower V6. A Fusion Sport AWD provides winter security, though its all-wheel drive and 263-horsepower V6 trim fuel economy to just 17/24.

Ford Fiesta
Small cars have been a notorious blind spot for Detroit. Now, with cars such as the Ford Fiesta and Chevrolet Cruze, that's changing. Straight out of Europe, the Fiesta hatchback is the kind of small car you buy because you want it, not because you can't afford anything else. The Ford is cute as all get out, and surprisingly fun to drive, despite a modest 118 horsepower from its 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine. The Fiesta also returns 40 mpg highway, thanks in part to its dual-clutch automatic transmission, a technology typically found in 6-figure sports cars. Its biggest knock: The Fiesta isn't very roomy inside.

Ford Mustang
Loyalty rules in the pony-car war among the Mustang, Chevy Camaro and Dodge Challenger. But the rare person who tests all three may have to admit: The Mustang is the sharpest-handling and the most fun to drive. The Ford was already updated for 2010 with fresh styling, suspension, brakes and a higher-quality interior. It's a pair of terrific new engines, though, that puts the 'Stang over the top for 2011. Even budget buyers get a 3.7-liter V6 engine that combines a burly 305 horsepower with a stingy 31 mpg highway.

GMC Acadia
Can't see yourself in a minivan? Check out the Acadia — or its siblings, the Buick Enclave and Chevy Traverse. With smooth styling, three roomy rows of seats and trusty handling, the Acadia is one of the best large crossovers for Americans with growing families. The GMC accommodates seven or eight passengers, including the ability to comfortably fit 6-foot-tall adults in the third row. The Acadia is roomier than, say, a Honda Pilot, and beats it in the fuel-economy department, at 17 mpg city/24 mpg highway for the front-drive version.

Jeep Grand Cherokee
Jeep has seen sales slip away as Americans fled SUVs for crossovers. Now, an all-new 2011 Grand Cherokee looks to lure them back, and it's a dandy. The Grand Cherokee looks terrific, restoring the clean, muscular lines of classic Jeeps but adding newfound elegance. A lavishly redesigned cabin offers proof that Jeep is finally getting serious about interior design. The Jeep is based on the solid Mercedes M-Class, with an independent rear suspension that does wonders for ride and handling. The new Pentastar V6 engine delivers 290 horsepower, with an optional 360 horses from a 5.7-liter V8 Hemi.

Do you have a million bucks to drop on an automobile? No one here at MSN Autos does, either. But there are those who do. Hate them or love them, the filthy rich drive some of the most enviable rides on the road today. You might be surprised to hear, however, that they aren't necessarily the sexiest. According to a recent survey by the Luxury Institute, a New York-based research and consulting firm, the wealthy elite are drawn more to conservative offerings from Bentley, Maybach and Rolls-Royce than flashy models from Ferrari and Lamborghini. As an exercise in masochism for those of us without the wherewithal to purchase an ultraextravagant machine, we researched the brands that are most respected by the rich and shameless. Here's what we found.

Rolls-Royce
If you're filthy rich and want the respect of your peers, drive a Rolls-Royce. The classic British blue-blood brand, now owned by German automaker BMW, was rated highest in brand clout among respondents to the Luxury Institute survey, based on quality, exclusivity, social status and "self-enhancement," which means how special it made the respondent feel. The model that many are clamoring for is the Ghost. This stunning sedan is large by normal standards but looks rather moderate in size when seen next to the Rolls-Royce Phantom, the land barge preferred by music moguls and oil tycoons who wish to lord their wealth over passers-by.

Bentley
Bentley is the second-best brand as ranked by the people with enough money to buy a car of its caliber. The company says owners of its Continental line, which starts at $185,395, typically have between $5 million and $15 million in net worth. Real high-rollers — those worth between $15 million and $20 million — go for the Mulsanne. This replacement to the long-running Arnage sedan is the ultimate modern Bentley, re-engineered from the ground up. Its interior is covered in 17 cowhides and ringed in wood that takes up to two weeks to veneer.

Maybach
Mercedes-Benz's ultraluxury brand ties Bentley for second-best in the hearts and minds of the wealthy. On style alone, the Maybach wouldn't get very far compared with its rivals. But the automaker conceived of every extravagance imaginable to appeal to the well-heeled. Take, for instance, the electro-transparent panoramic roof. It changes from clear to frosted to opaque at the touch of a button. But why not forgo that $15,300 option available on the $368,750 Maybach 57 or the $459,250 Maybach 62 S, and spring for the $1.38 million Laundaulet, which has a retractable top over the rear cabin.

Bugatti
To enthusiasts with posters of sports cars hanging on their walls, it doesn't get much better than a Bugatti Veyron, with its 16-cylinder 1,001-horsepower engine. But to those who can actually afford this $1.3 million beast, the Bugatti brand takes a back seat to Rolls, Bentley and Maybach for status. Maybe that's what compelled the company to develop the Super Sport model, which recently set a Guinness World Record for top speed in a production car, with an average speed of 267.8 mph. Only 300 Veyron coupes will be built, 30 of which will be Super Sports.

Aston Martin
Like Bugatti, Aston Martin builds sexy cars that possess a certain understated class not always evident in models from its Italian competitors. The automaker's One-77, which was unveiled back in 2008 and will be shipped this year, has a carbon-fiber chassis and an aluminum body — both of which illustrate that no expense was spared in creating this $1.5 million car. Virtually every aspect of this machine can be customized for the buyer, down to the feel of the paddle shifters that control the 6-speed transmission. Its beauty is more than skin deep, too; every part on the car was designed for optimal performance.

Ferrari
Ferrari is one of three companies that wealthy consumers rate about average in overall brand status, but above average in uniqueness and exclusivity, according to the Luxury Institute survey. The other two are Aston Martin and Lamborghini. The model that has been stealing the spotlight lately is the 458 Italia. It reinvigorates the brand with that hot-blooded Italian X-factor that seemed to have dried up a bit in recent years. Just look at it — the car is pure sex on wheels.

Lamborghini
There are no tame, meek or mild Lamborghinis. People who seek this brand do so to stand out — pure and simple. And there's one Lamborghini at the moment that stands out above all the rest: the $455,400 Murcielago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce. Arguably, it even outdoes the company's $1.25 million super-rare Reventon. The SuperVeloce — "superfast" in Italian — puts out 10 horsepower more than the Reventon, for a total of 670 horses, yet it's 220 pounds lighter than a run-of-the-mill $360,400 Murcielago LP 640 Coupe. That translates into a zero-to-60 mph time of 3.2 seconds and a top speed of 212.5 mph.

Maserati
The Luxury Institute survey affirms a longstanding informal hierarchy that places Maserati in third billing against fellow Italian sports car companies Ferrari and Lamborghini. What seems to make Maseratis less desirable among the boy-racer crowd is that they're more civilized — softened a bit, rather than being engineered for all-out performance. It's those traits that make a Maserati more appealing to wealthy buyers who might otherwise consider a Mercedes SL or Jaguar XK. Heck, the Maserati GranCabrio convertible even competes against the pricier Bentley Continental GTC, offering a bit more sex appeal and a sportier demeanor for about $50,000 less.

Lotus
Nothing affirms the value of strong brand heritage like the status of Lotus among the rich. The small British company builds cars that cost far less than its competitors — the Elise starts at $47,250 — and doesn't compromise on performance in order to do so. Its philosophy is simple: Build uncomplicated cars that are exceedingly light and fast. After nearly a decade of building the 2-seat Elise and Exige and nothing else, Lotus has finally created a new model, the Evora. It takes the brand a bit further upmarket, yet still shames the competition by offering stellar performance.

Porsche
Where status is concerned, Porsche has long been stuck in no-man's land. While its cars are considered more exclusive than other German luxury brands, they are a bit commonplace when compared with more exotic British and Italian offerings. For filthy rich folks looking to make a statement, that sort of middle ground is frowned upon. Yet if those who disregard a $48,550 Porsche Boxster or $78,750 911 as being "too common" would actually drive one, they'd understand why the company continues to inspire such loyalty among driving enthusiasts. One of the latest models to uphold that tradition is the Porsche Panamera, Porsche's first 4-door, 4-seat car, which promises to inspire envy among BMW and Mercedes drivers.

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