Originally posted by loknlode
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People driving the Eco-Cruze, 6sp. manual can get almost 50mpg.... probably over that on the right road & feather footing. The extra cost red is excellent. If driving to 200,000 miles, Eco-Cruze may be too complicated, as is the VW diesel w/ dual-clutch.
Always a small car person, I do love the Hyundai Elantra for its look & which has the most rear-seat shoulder room of any car getting 40mpg. It would be sweet NOT to have to apologize for a small rear seat, when 3 people have to get back there. However, the middle rear seat is not good & that person has to be small to keep from bumping their head on the rear window. Want the 6 sp. manual tranny in short supply & the 2-door coupe or 4-door hatchback when they come. The 6sp. auto tranny has difficulty getting good mpg.
One car not in the line-up.... I like the 2012 Nissan Versa with CVT. Needs to be in a hatchback & a better looking exterior. Tho the EPA says it only gets 38mpg on the road, I think the Versa long legs should exceed 40mpg well with my feather footing. I have a CVT on my Dodge Caliber & I adore it for genteel mountain driving, steep city hills, or crawling stop & go traffic.
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