Shop for in-dash car stereos

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  4.0 stars Excellent
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: The vast array of features offered by the JVC El Kameleon KD-AVX44 creates a car audio experience that rivals all but the best preinstalled receivers. Read review

Specs: 5.1 channel audio line-out, USB, Composite video/audio input, Composite video/audio output, Composite video input, Navigation system input, System components control bus

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• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 10 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Sony CDX-GT610UI car stereo is a cost-effective and user-friendly option for digital audiophiles. Its USB and iPod compatibility set it apart from much of the single-DIN stereo competition. Read review

Specs: Radio / CD / MP3 player / digital player, Radio tuner, CD / MP3 player, USB, Audio line-out, Subwoofer output, Remote control, Audio line-in

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• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: The DEH-P6000UB is a good-looking, good-sounding car stereo with great iPod support and some decent audio-tweaking options. Read review

Specs: Radio / CD / MP3 player / USB flash player, Radio tuner, CD / MP3 player, Audio line-out, Audio line-in, IP-Bus, Remote control, USB

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  3.0 stars Good
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 29 reviews

The Bottom Line: The impressively equipped Pioneer Avic-D3 offers an array of advanced navigation and media playback functions, but the system's poor hardware design limits its usability. Read review

Specs: In-dash, LCD monitor, Navigation system with DVD player and LCD monitor, IPod compatible, DVD player, LCD display, GPS navigation system, CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW

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• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 2 reviews

Specs: Radio / CD / MP3 player, Radio tuner, CD / MP3 player, Audio line-in, Audio line-out

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• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 11 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Sony MEX-BT5000 is packed with useful entertainment and communications features, although it suffers from some fiddly controls. Advanced Bluetooth audio streaming may be its star feature, but its built-in sound optimization for digital audio playback means that it is more than a one-trick pony. Read review

Specs: Radio / CD / MP3 player, Radio tuner, CD / MP3 player, Audio line-out, Subwoofer output, System components control bus

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  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Sony Xplod CDX-GT920U offers many options for connecting to your digital music library and supports the most commonly used formats, unless your music library is on your iPod. Read review

Specs: Radio / CD / MP3 player / USB flash player, Radio tuner, CD / MP3 player, Audio line-in, USB, Rear channel output, Front channel output, Subwoofer output, System components control bus

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The Bottom Line: The Eclipse AVN6620 is a device for those looking to tech out their car with a single device. Its elegant design, wealth of features and expandability, and the fact that it's easy to use make it a strong contender in the all-in-one in-car device market. Read review

Specs: In-dash, LCD monitor, Navigation system with DVD-ROM, DVD player, radio and LCD, CD text, Telephone mute, IPod compatible, Dual-zone capability, Rear-facing camera capability, 50 Watts x 4, DVD player, LCD display, Radio tuner, GPS navigation system, CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW

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  4.0 stars Excellent
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 17 reviews

The Bottom Line: The JVC KD HDR1 in-car stereo delivers HD Radio and most other digital-audio playback options for a very competitive price. Read review

Specs: Radio / HD radio / CD / MP3 player, Radio / HD radio tuner, CD / MP3 player

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• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

Specs: In-dash, LCD monitor, Navigation system with DVD player, LCD monitor, digital player and radio, CD text, IPod compatible, ID3 tags support, Dual-zone capability, Rear-facing camera capability, 50 Watts x 4, Amplifier, DVD player, LCD display, Radio tuner, Digital player, GPS navigation system, CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW

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  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: For the price, the Sony MEX-BT2600 is an impressive all-in-one in-car communication and entertainment device. Read review

Specs: Radio / CD / MP3 player, Radio tuner, CD / MP3 player, Audio line-in, Audio line-out

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The Bottom Line: The MEX-BT5100 is a good all-in-one option for those thinking of investing in a in a decent stereo and a hands-free speakerphone. Read review

Specs: Radio / CD / MP3 player, Radio tuner, CD / MP3 player, Audio line-out, Subwoofer output, System components control bus, Remote control

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• Average user rating: 1.5 stars out of 1 review

Specs: In-dash, LCD monitor, Navigation system with DVD player, LCD monitor, digital player and radio, Built-in clock, Telephone mute, IPod compatible, ID3 tags support, Upgradable firmware, Rear-facing camera capability, Bluetooth hands-free for cellular phone, 50 Watts x 4, Amplifier, DVD player, LCD display, Radio tuner, Digital player, GPS navigation system

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  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: Sony's CDX-GT420IP is an affordable means of taking your iPod library on the road. While its basic user interface lacks the search functionality of some other systems, this is a competitively priced and decent sounding entry-level stereo for the digital-audio age. Read review

Specs: Radio / CD / MP3 player, Radio tuner, CD / MP3 player, Audio line-in, Audio line-out, IPod docking

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• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 3 reviews

Specs: Radio / digital player, Radio tuner, USB, Audio line-out, Audio line-in

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The Bottom Line: The innovative in-dash Alpine IVA-W205 provides a decent range of media playback options as well as a useful navigation service and a good Bluetooth calling interface when connected to Alpine's portable Blackbird GPS device. Read review

Specs: In-dash, LCD monitor, DVD player with LCD monitor and AM/FM tuner, CD text, Built-in clock, IPod compatible, ID3 tags support, Rear-facing camera capability, 50 Watts x 4, In-dash unit integrated, Amplifier, DVD player, LCD display, Radio tuner, CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, Video CD, DVD-Audio

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  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 8 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Sony MEX BT-2500 is a good option for those looking to spend no more than $200 on a Bluetooth-enabled in-car stereo. Its straightforward design and intuitive controls make it easy to use, but its limited calling capabilities and poor outgoing sound quality let it down. Read review

Specs: Radio / CD / MP3 player, Radio tuner, CD / MP3 player, Audio line-in

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The Bottom Line: The Alpine CDE-9874 is a good value entry-level car stereo, perfect for those looking to play homemade MP3 discs or iPod tracks. Audiophiles might want to look a bit higher up Alpine's lineup. Read review

Specs: Radio / CD / MP3 player, Radio tuner, CD / MP3 player, Audio line-out, Audio line-in