2012 Nissan Versa
2012 Nissan Versa

Consumer Guide Automotive presents its Best Buy Awards to six 2012 compact cars. These Best Buys represent the best balance of attributes and price within the compact-car class. Also check out our 2012 Best Buy and Recommended selections for the 17 other vehicle classes.

Check out our current compact-car Best Buys

Best 2012 Compact Cars

Not too big, not too small, but just right. That’s the way many people feel about compact cars—which aren’t nearly as “compact” as they used to be. Many are roomy enough to be family sedans while still getting good fuel economy, which is a large part of their appeal.

 

2012 Best Buy: Ford Focus

Base MSRP: $16,500; Consumer Guide Rating: 67

2012 Ford Focus
Ford Focus

2012 Best Buy: Honda Civic

Base MSRP: $15,805; Consumer Guide Rating: 62

2012 Honda Civic Si Sedan
Honda Civic

 

2012 Best Buy: Mazda 3

Base MSRP: $15,200; Consumer Guide Rating: 66

2012 Mazda 3 SKYACTIV
Mazda 3

 

2012 Best Buy: Nissan Versa

Base MSRP: $10,990; Consumer Guide Rating: 64

2012 Nissan Versa
Nissan Versa

2012 Best Buy: Volkswagen Golf

Base MSRP: $17,995; Consumer Guide Rating: 71

Volkswagen Golf
Volkswagen Golf

 

2012 Best Buy: Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen

Base MSRP: $19,995; Consumer Guide Rating: 72

2012 Jetta SportWagen
Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen

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