Not all small cars are created equal, so if fuel economy is your priority, we have you covered.

3^RD: 2009 Toyota Corolla – $15,250 base price

Not many people get excited about the Corolla, but that doesn’t matter: It’s still one of the best selling cars in the U.S. That’s thanks to the car’s overall goodness, which combines its interior packaging, exterior style, comfortable and quiet ride and excellent fuel economy. Come to think of it, with gas costs what they are, refinement and economy are pretty darn exciting.

Annual Fuel Cost

$1,977

City/Highway/Combined

28/37/31 (with a five-speed manual transmission)

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