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The compact sedan class includes some top-drawer competition.
The class leader is the Honda Civic; in sedan form, it has very modern styling with a unique two-level dash that’s controversial, but its handling is good, as is fuel economy.
A hybrid version is available.
The Mazda3 has the best handling in the class, but it’s a little tight on rear-seat room.
The Ford Focus has an ungainly new style, but fuel economy is good and the 2008 version has a wealth of new features, including Ford’s SYNC entertainment controller.
 2008 Toyota CorollaBrowse Used Listings |  2008 Ford FocusBrowse Used Listings |  2008 Mazda MAZDA3Browse Used Listings |
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| Quick Specs | ||
| Meta Rating | ||
The 2008 Toyota Corolla may be aging, but it’s aging well—though its engine can sound a little raspy. | 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 Mazda 3 is easily one of the best compact cars for sale in the United States. |
| MSRP From | ||
| $14,405 | $14,395 | $13,895 |
| Gas Mileage | ||
| 26 MPG City / 37 MPG Hwy | 24 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | ||
| Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 |
| EPA Class | ||
| Compact | Compact | Compact |
| Style Name | ||
| 4dr Sedan Man CE (Natl) | 2dr Coupe S | 4dr Sedan Man i Sport *Ltd Avail* |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | ||
| 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | ||
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | ||
| 4 Door Sedan | 2 Door Coupe | 4 Door Sedan |
| Transmission | ||
| Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD |
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