Buying Guide Index

New High-Mileage Cars

Vehicle Name List Price Sorted by Pricing
Audi A3 (2012)
Audi A3 (2012)
(Diesel only)
$27,270 – $30,850
Notable Features
  • Turbocharged gas or diesel four-cylinder engines
  • Available all-wheel drive
  • Available dual-clutch transmission
  • Optional Open Sky sunroof
  • Coupelike silhouette
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BMW 335d (2012)
BMW 335d (2012)
(Diesel)
$42,400 – $60,800
Notable Features
  • Sedan redesigned
  • Coupe, hardtop convertible continue
  • Turbocharged six-cylinder
  • Sedan has new eight-speed automatic
  • RWD or AWD
  • Manual transmission available
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Chevrolet Cruze (2012)
Chevrolet Cruze (2012)
$16,800 – $23,190
Notable Features
  • Improved gas mileage for 2012
  • 1.8-liter or turbo 1.4-liter four-cylinder engines
  • Six-speed manual or automatic
  • 10 airbags
  • High-mileage Eco model
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Chevrolet Volt (2012)
Chevrolet Volt (2012)
(Has onboard gas generator)
$39,145
Notable Features
  • Now eligible for $1,500 California rebate, single-occupant HOV-lane access
  • Plug-in battery-electric car
  • Gas-powered range-extending generator
  • 35-mile electric range
  • Gas-powered range of 300-plus miles
  • 8-year/100,000-mile battery warranty
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Ford Focus (2012)
Ford Focus (2012)
$16,500 – $22,700
Notable Features
  • Fully redesigned for 2012
  • Sedan and four-door hatchback styles
  • 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
  • Manual or automatic transmission
  • Highway mpg as high as 40
  • Self-parking option
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Honda Civic Hybrid (2012)
Honda Civic Hybrid (2012)
$24,200
Notable Features
  • Full redesign for 2012
  • Coupe or sedan body styles
  • Manual or automatic
  • Performance Si version
  • Efficient HF version
  • Hybrid version
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Hyundai Elantra (2012)
Hyundai Elantra (2012)
$15,345 – $20,595
Notable Features
  • 148-hp four-cylinder
  • Six-speed manual or automatic
  • 38 mpg on the highway
  • Available heated rear seats
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Hyundai Sonata (2012)
Hyundai Sonata (2012)
(2.4L only)
$19,795 – $28,195
Notable Features
  • High-efficiency four-cylinder engine
  • High-power turbo four-cylinder
  • Six-speed manual or automatic
  • Hybrid version offered
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Hyundai Sonata Hybrid (2012)
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid (2012)
$25,850
Notable Features
  • High-efficiency four-cylinder engine
  • High-power turbo four-cylinder
  • Six-speed manual or automatic
  • Hybrid version offered
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Lincoln MKZ Hybrid (2012)
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid (2012)
$34,755
Notable Features
  • 263-hp V-6
  • Standard heated and cooled front seats
  • Optional blind spot warning system, backup camera
  • FWD or AWD
  • Available hybrid model, with no price premium
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Nissan Leaf (2012)
Nissan Leaf (2012)
$35,200 – $37,250
Notable Features
  • Pure battery-electric car
  • Five-seat compact hatchback
  • 100-mile range (estimated)
  • 95 mph top speed
  • Programmable charge time
  • Buy or lease
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Toyota Prius V (2012)
Toyota Prius V (2012)
N/A
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Volkswagen Golf (2012)
Volkswagen Golf (2012)
(Diesel only)
$17,995 – $24,935
Notable Features
  • Diesel (TDI) gets 42 mpg highway
  • Two- or four-door hatchback
  • Gas or diesel engine
  • Manual or automatic
  • Simplified packages for 2012
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Volkswagen Jetta (2012)
Volkswagen Jetta (2012)
(Diesel only)
$15,515 – $26,695
Notable Features
  • New GLI version for 2012
  • Low starting price
  • Gas or diesel power
  • Manual or automatic transmission
  • Wagon body style
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