Number 1: 2001-2002 Honda Accord

Engine: 2.3-liter inline-4
Fuel Type: Regular
EPA fuel economy (city/highway): 22/29 (5-speed manual)
Price range: $9,750-11,250
JD Power Dependability: 5 out of 5

At the top we find yet another Accord. The only car on our list with a reliability rating of 5 combined with one of the lowest price ranges makes even a seven year old Honda hard to beat. Fuel consumption is only 2-3 mpg lower than most of the other competitors so the savings in the purchase will still keep you smiling at the pump.

Photo credit: Honda

• Search for a used Honda Accord