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More Urban Cars
In our October issue, we highlight six of the latest automobile boasting trends with urbanites in mind—compact sizes, high-design accents, and electric-powered engines, among others. Here, we present five more models.
CX-5
by Mazda
from $21,195
mazdausa.com
This year, a J.D. Power APEAL Study placed the 2013 Mazda CX-5 as the highest ranking vehicle in the Compact crossover utility vehicle segment. The car achieves an estimated 25 miles per gallon (MPG) in the city and 31 on the highway and seats five passengers.
ELR
by Cadillac
Price to be determined
cadillac.com
Cadillac recently announced that a extended-range electric vehicle will arrive in showrooms in early 2014. The car features an on-board, gas-powered range-extending generator helping the car to achieve an estimated driving distance of 300 miles.
Spark
by Chevrolet
from $12,170 (from $19,185 for electric)
chevrolet.com
An affordable option in the urban car space, the Spark is available in gas-powered or electric versions.
Fit
by Honda
from $15,425
automobiles.honda.com
The compact Fit achieves 27 MPG in the city and 33 MPG on the highway.
Jetta TDI 2.0L Clean Diesel
by Volkswagen
from $23,055
vw.com
Diesel vehicles of today are much different than their exhaust-spewing bretheren of the past. Very fuel-efficient and clean-burning, diesel engines offer the flexibility and long range—very appealing in a green car.