IntelliChoice.com's Best New Car Deals for April Reflect Higher Fuel Costs, Weaker Economy

CAMPBELL, Calif. (Business Wire EON) April 14, 2008 -- "To date, 2008 has seen unprecedented rollover in winners from month to month," said James Bell, publisher and editor of IntelliChoice.com. "Significant rebates continue to be the deciding factor for long-term value, especially for full-size trucks and SUVs, which are having a difficult time given the constant rise in fuel costs and the weaker economy. Rebate offerings in the SUV and pickup categories are the largest, with the Nissan Titan King Cab offer topping the list at $5,000. The Dodge Ram isn't too far behind with rebates of $4,500. April's data show us changes across the board in the Full-Size Pickup categories, with Dodge dethroning Chevy in four classes."

Bell noted the appearance this month of the Chevy Impala and Impala SS, which beat out the Hyundai Sonata and the Pontiac Grand Prix, respectively. "The Impala has performed very well in our previous analyses," said Bell, "But not enough to get it over the top. A $2500 rebate is enough to give the Impala and Impala SS that extra edge they needed."

IntelliChoice.com's "Best Deals of the Month" identify new cars, trucks, and SUVs with the best ownership cost value in 33 respective classes. Selections are based on current car pricing, market conditions and the lowest national manufacturer consumer new car rebate. In addition, IntelliChoice.com uses the latest information from numerous automotive resources to evaluate what it costs to buy, own and operate each new model-year trim line over a five-year basis.

The following "Best Deals" for April 2008 are ranked by vehicle type and size

Class                            Brand     Model

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Subcompact Car                  Toyota     Yaris Hatchback

Compact Car over $17,000        Honda      Civic Hybrid

Compact Car under $17,000       Toyota     Corolla

Midsize Car over $21,000        Toyota     Prius

Midsize Car under $21,000       Toyota     Prius

Convertible                     MINI       Cooper Convertible

Luxury Convertible              Audi       A4 Convertible

Near Luxury Car                 Lexus      ES

Luxury Car                      Infiniti   M35

Large Car                       Chevrolet  Impala

Base Sport Car                  Volkswagen GTI 2-Door

Sport Car                       Chevrolet  Corvette Convertible

Sport Sedan/Wagon over $38,000  Lexus      GS

Sport Sedan Wagon under $38,000 Chevrolet  Impala SS

Compact Utility/Crossover       Mercury    Mariner Hybrid

Midsize Crossover               Honda      Pilot

Luxury Crossover                Lexus      RX 400h

Small Wagon                     Scion      xB

Midsize/Large Wagon             Subaru     Outback Wagon

Intermediate Utility            Toyota     4 Runner

Full-Size Utility               Chevrolet  Tahoe

Luxury Utility                  Lexus      GX

Compact Pickup Truck 2WD        Toyota     Tacoma Regular Cab 2WD

Compact Pickup 4WD              Toyota     Tacoma Regular Cab 4WD

Full-Size Pickup 2WD 1/2 Ton    Chevrolet  Silverado 1500 Extend Cab

                                            2WD

Full-Size Pickup 2WD 3/4 Ton    Dodge      Ram 2500 Quad Cab 2WD

Full-Size Pickup 2WD One Ton    Dodge      Ram 3500 Regular Cab 2WD

Full-Size Pickup 4WD 1/2 Ton    Nissan     2008.5 Titan King Cab 4WD

Full-Size Pickup 4WD 3/4 Ton    Dodge      Ram 2500 Regular Cab 4WD

Full-Size Pickup 4WD One Ton    Dodge      Ram 3500 Regular Cab 4WD

Minivan                         Toyota     Sienna

Full-Size Van                   Chevrolet  Express 1500

Cargo Van                       GMC        Savana 1500 Cargo Van

IntelliChoice.com Helps Consumers Do Their Homework

IntelliChoice.com updates vehicle data several times a month in order to capture the many expiring auto rebates and ongoing incentive programs offered by manufacturers--giving consumers the most up-to-date analysis.

IntelliChoice.com's "Best Deals" designation 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 "IntelliChoice.com Best Deals 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 value, and a great value into an "IntelliChoice.com Best Deal of the Month."

Please visit www.intellichoice.com for more information or to check the auto rebate section of any vehicle report for the most up-to-date incentives.

About IntelliChoice.com

IntelliChoice.com, part of SOURCE INTERLINK MEDIA, 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 (www.intellichoice.com), 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 division of Source Interlink Companies, Inc., (NASDAQ: SORC), a media and marketing services company. Source Interlink (www.sourceinterlink.com) 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.