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With the discontinuation of the Chrysler PT Cruiser, the Scion xB remains the strongest rival to the HHR; While the xB grew a lot larger with its last full redesign a few years ago, it's not particularly roomy inside either, but the xB's design prioritizes passenger comfort over cargo—the opposite of the HHR.
The Jeep Patriot is a little bit smaller overall, yet it offers all-wheel drive and its interior feels roomier; it's an ideal choice for city folks who want a lot of utility but will stay on-road.
And the Honda Element, which will be discontinued after this model year, remains one of the best choices for those who have a lot of stuff to haul, though its small rear-hinged back doors aren't quite as friendly for backseat passengers.
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 2011 Chevrolet HHRBrowse Used Listings |  2011 Honda ElementBrowse Used Listings |  2011 Jeep PatriotBrowse Used Listings |  2011 Scion xBBrowse Used Listings |
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The 2011 Chevrolet HHR stands out with its retro exterior, but it's lackluster in most other respects. |
If you need to haul stuff more than people, and don't want to part with maneuverability and fuel-efficiency, the 2011 Honda Element is a great choice. |
A boxy, roomy, rugged-chic exterior; good maneuverability; and decent off-road ability just might balance out the utter lack of refinement. |
Whether you see the 2011 Scion xB as trendy or odd, it packs a lot of space and versatility into a compact space. |
| MSRP From | |||
| $18,720 | $20,825 | $15,995 | $16,000 |
| Gas Mileage | |||
| 22 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 25 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||
| Gas/Ethanol I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 |
| EPA Class | |||
| 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle | 2WD Sport Utility | 2WD Sport Utility Vehicles | Small Station Wagon |
| Style Name | |||
| FWD 4-Door LS | 2WD 5-Door LX | FWD 4-Door Latitude | 5-Door Wagon Manual (GS) |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||
| 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||
| N/A | 4 | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||
| 4 Door | Sport Utility Vehicle | Sport Utility | 4 Door Wagon |
| Transmission | |||
| Manual | Automatic | Manual | Manual w/OD |
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| 2011 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2011 Honda Element | 2011 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot | 2011 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2011 Scion xB | |
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