Compact Car Prices

Have you guys noticed the change in trends that took place in the automobile industry? The last time I looked, gargantuan SUV's were everywhere and the love affair with gas guzzling vehicles have begun. Then came the rise in petrol prices and consumers are now shying away from cars that have a poor fuel efficiency rating.

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Compact cars used to be predominant only in Asia and Europe. Folks from the United States have always preferred huge automobiles that epitomize highway cruising comfort at the expense of sharp handling. But all this has changed. Take a look at the new Honda Civic and Mitsubishi Lancer. These cars used to be delegated purely to the compact class but with the world's fascination with small cars, the compact class has matured not only in looks and size but in performance and amenities as well!

Small cars like the Hyundai Accent and Honda Jazz/Fit are ideal for the college student or up and coming office executive. A lot of people may scoff at the idea of owning a Hyundai but believe me, the company is showcasing every piece of ship-building engineering into their cars-which means their cars are reliable and well engineered. A quick look at the Hyundai Genesis will make you a believer.

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Cars like the Accent and Fit/Jazz are probably all the car that an average person might need, and more. In some markets that offer the amazing CRDI (common rail direct injection) diesel engine in the accent will love the torque available from idle all the way to the diesel-shallow 4,500RPM red line. Try 37 km/liter of consumption and figure out for yourself how the Accent can save you a lot of money.


Compact cars have managed to capture the imagination of the average individual. The consumer is now presented with a wide variety of makes and models designed to suit every imaginable preference. When looking for the average price of a car take into consideration your needs and wants and see for yourself what kind of car will fit your passion and your budget.