Advanced GPS Systems

The most technologically advanced models start around $500 and climb into the $1000s. These frequently have larger screens and can do just about anything you can imagine. Forget about playing music. These devices play video, too.

Advanced Car GPS Listing

MSRP: $800 #1 Garmin nuvi 880, Score: 9.7

According to industry experts, you won't be disappointed with the Garmin nuvi 880 if you can justify the price. Bloated with features but still easy to operate and carry, the nuvi 880 offers accurate directions, local news, movie times, stock information -- and prestige.

MSRP: $536 #2 TomTom GO 300, Score: 8.9

The TomTom GO 300's features and design are universally easy to master for basic navigation. But other models are unanimously seen as stronger navigators with more innovative features.

MSRP: $501 #3 Harman Kardon Guide + Play 810, Score: 6.5

The Harman Kardon Guide + Play 810 is a premier device that successfully blends GPS navigation with the Harman Kardon brand's reputation for quality audio and video.

Unranked GPS Systems

MSRP: $700 Magellan RoadMate 6000T

The Magellan RoadMate 6000T offers plenty of well-functioning features to assist in car navigation, and is one of the few devices that provides touchscreen functionality as well as buttons along the frame of the device.

MSRP: $556 Garmin nuvi 660

For a discontinued model, the nuvi 660 has a price tag that ranges from the sublime to the ridiculous, but electronics reviewers say you'll be pleased with your investment.