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2008 Ford Focus

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2008 Hyundai Elantra

  2008 Ford Focus 4dr Sdn Green 2004 Honda Civic VP 2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS
MSRP
$14,395
$13,010
$13,970
Invoice $13,569 $11,897 $13,592
MPG
City/Highway
24/35 26/51 24/33
Rating 7.2 N/A 7.6
Bottomline The 2008 Ford Focus isn’t all new, but it is an improvement, and a solid choice if you’re looking for a roomy car that handles well with a base price that starts around $15,000. The 2008 Hyundai Elantra doesn’t have a lot of personality, but it’s the undeniable practical choice.
Likes &
Dislikes

Likes:

  • Improved overall refinement
  • Improved interior design
  • Quiet ride
  • Available SYNC with voice commands

Dislikes:

  • New body lacks style
  • Less sporty suspension
  • No dedicated performance models
N/A

Likes:

  • Very roomy interior, with adult-worthy back-seat space
  • Huge trunk
  • Responsive acceleration, even with automatic
  • Respectable fuel economy ratings

Dislikes:

  • Conservative exterior styling plays it too safe
  • Doesn’t feel as sporty as other small cars
  • Engine noise can be prominent when accelerating
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