Chevrolet Sonic
Price: $13,865
Fuel economy: 26 City / 35 Hwy

Not everyone needs tons of space, just enough to do the job. For those folks, I picked the Fiat 500 last year, -- it's actually plenty roomy up front -- but I think the Chevy Sonic makes an even better choice.

On the street, the Sonic is quick and fun to drive. On the highway, it's comfortable, quiet and easy going while still feeling very much under control. It also has ample storage space in back. (You can get it with a trunk, but Ihe hatch just looks so much better.)


By Peter Valdes-Dapena @PeterDrives - Last updated June 05 2012: 9:03 AM ET
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