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Base MSRP: $13,200
Fuel Economy: 37 mpg Hwy/28 mpg City

What The Base Fiesta Is Actually Selling For: $12,632

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The all-new Ford Fiesta is a sub-compact, front-wheel drive, five-passenger car. Available in four- and five-door bodystyles, the current benchmarks for the sub-compact segment are being tested by the Fiestas styling, comfort and luxury features, technology, and overall practicality. The Fiesta hatchback is offered as either SE or SES trims, while the sedan can be had in S, SE, or SEL form. Power comes from a 119-hp 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine, mated to a five-speed manual transmission.

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MSRP: $24,995
Fuel Economy: 42 mpg Hwy/30 mpg City

What The Jetta SportWagen TDI Is Actually Selling For: $23,891

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The Volkswagen Jetta is the least expensive German sedan/wagon in the North American market, 2011 marks the debut of the sixth generation sedan. The Jetta SportWagen helps to bridge the gap between the Golf and the Tiguan in VW's lineup. The Jetta sedan and SportWagen offer three different engines, a 115-hp 2.0-liter gas four-cylinder (sedan only), a 2.5-liter gas five-cylinder generating 170 horsepower, and a 140-hp 2.0L TDI clean-diesel four-cylinder for those looking for maximum fuel economy.

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Base MSRP: $16,525
Fuel Economy: 36 mpg Hwy/26 mpg City

What The Base Cruze Is Actually Selling For: $16,314

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Chevrolet's new Cruze is a global compact sedan that has been refined for America with an emphasis on fuel economy. The Cruze features two new small-displacement four-cylinder engines; a 140-hp 1.4L turbo, or a 138-hp naturally-aspirated 1.8L. A six-speed manual transmission is standard on the LS and ECO trims; all others feature a six-speed automatic transmission.

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Base MSRP: $14,945
Fuel Economy: 40 mpg Hwy/29 mpg City

What The Base Elantra Is Actually Selling For: $15,206

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The Hyundai Elantra is a compact car with handsome styling and nice lines. It has excellent interior space and standard safety equipment. The current generation Elantra can seat up to five and has very accommodating trunk space. Two trim levels are offered: GLS and Limited. Both use a 148-hp, 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine.

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Base MSRP: $15,995
Fuel Economy: 31 mpg Hwy/23 mpg City

What The Base Elantra Touring Is Actually Selling For: $15,115

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The Hyundai Elantra Touring is a sporty and practical variant of the popular Elantra sedan. The Touring is based on the European i30, hence its handsome styling. The Elantra Touring is offered in either GLS or SE form. A 138-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine can be had with a five-speed manual or optional four-speed automatic transmission.

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Base MSRP: $15,100
Fuel Economy: 33 mpg Hwy/27 mpg City

What The Base Fit Is Actually Selling For: $15,461

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The Honda Fit distinguishes itself from all other subcompacts with its impressive practicality thanks to four-door hatchback versatility and ingenious interior packaging. The Fit offers five-passenger seating and a unique second-row "Magic Seat" that either folds flat with the cargo floor, or flips up to carry tall items behind the first row of seats. The Fit is available in two trim levels, base and Sport, both are powered by a 117-hp 1.5-liter i-VTEC four-cylinder engine.

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