10TH: 2008 Hyundai Accent – $10,775 base price
It’s not surprising that the Hyundai Accent and Kia Rio have the same ratings. After all, they share the same engine, transmission, and underlying platform. Still, the little Hyundai has its own personality, with subdued styling, a comfortable ride and a surprising amount of content for the money. Plus, like the Kia, it has that awesome 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. The fact the Kia’s slightly more fun to drive gives it an advantage in our book.
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,111
City/Highway/Combined
27/32/29 (with a five-speed manual transmission)
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