This segment was once owned by the Japanese. But as fuel prices soar, all the major auto makers are thinking small
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Body style: Sedan Base engine: 2.0-litre, four-cylinder Horsepower/torque: 115 hp/125 lb-ft Fuel economy (litres/100 km): 9.1 city/6.0 highway Base price: $15,875
2012 Ford Focus Body style: Four-door hatchback and sedan Base engine: 2.0-litre, four-cylinder Horsepower/torque: 160 hp/146 lb-ft Fuel economy (litres/100 km): 7.8 city/5.5 highway Base price: $15,999 (sedan) and $19,899 (hatchback)
2011 Hyundai Elantra Body style: Sedan Base engine: 1.8-litre, four-cylinder Horsepower/torque: 148 hp/141 lb-ft Fuel economy (litres/100 km): 6.8 city/4.9 highway Base price: $15,849
2011 Toyota Corolla Body style: Sedan Base engine: 1.8-litre, four-cylinder Horsepower/torque: 132 hp/128 lb-ft Fuel economy (litres/100 km): 7.4 city/5.6 highway Base price: $15,450
2011 Honda Civic