The Chevrolet Cobalt comes in coupe and sedan bodystyles powered by a choice of 4-cylinder engines, and offers a quiet ride and handsome styling for a competitive price.

Available in coupe and sedan bodystyles, the Ford Focus is one of the most entertaining, if not necessarily most handsome vehicles in its class.

Available in several bodystyles, the Honda Civic comes powered by 4-cyl. engines with optional Hybrid support and provides excellent reliability, practicality, fuel economy, and sporty handling.

The Hyundai Tiburon is a stylish four-seat compact coupe, powered by either a four- or six-cylinder engine, offering sporty handling for a comparatively low price.

Scion's coupe comes powered by a 2.4l 4-cylinder. With its low entry price, commendable handling, and multiple factory-supplied accessories, it's an excellent base for individualization.