Toyota Prius

EPA mileage: 60/51

The Prius will be remembered as the car that put hybrids on the map. But even if you put fuel economy aside, the Prius is still a great car. The hatchback body makes it excessively practical, and the Buck Rogers interior is a nice change from the typical car interior that's both futuristic and easy to get used to. Expect real-world fuel economy of around 45 MPG, which is pretty darn good for a car this roomy.

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