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3rd Place: Hyundai Elantra – $1,880

Hyundai, as we've said many times, has come a long way from its rocky entry into the U.S. Improvements in quality and reliability have brought respect and buyers to the Korean automaker's vehicles. Case in point: the Elantra. With a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine producing 132 horsepower and 133 lb.-ft. of torque, places it third in a tough field. Six airbags and the seats are supportive and comfortable.

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