• Least expensive all-wheel-drive car on the market
• Outstandingly well equipped
• Roomy back seat
• Lots of fun to drive

Cons:

• Mediocre fuel economy
• Optional automatic only has 4 speeds

• Body style: 5-door hatchback
• Trim levels: Base, Sport
• Price range (including options): $15,594 - $17,994
• Base engine: 2.0 liter inline 4, 143 horsepower @ 5800 RPM, 136 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM
• Optional engine: None
• Premium fuel required? No
• Transmission: 6-speed manual, 4-speed automatic
• Driveline: Front engine, all-wheel-drive
• EPA fuel economy estimates: 23 MPG city/28 MPG highway (manual), 24/33 (automatic)
• Where built: Japan
• Standard safety equipment: Front airbags, front-seat-mounted torso airbags, two-row side-curtain airbags, antilock brakes
• Optional safety equipment: Electronic stability control, traction control
• Major standard features: Air conditioning, CD/MP3 player, power windows/mirrors/locks, keyless entry, roof rails
• Major options: 6-disc CD changer, keyless ignition, cruise control, automatic climate control
• Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, 7 years/100,000 miles powertrain, 3 years/unlimited mileage outer body rust-through
• Roadside assistance/free maintenance: 3 years/36,000 miles roadside assistance

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