If you already have a car, be sure to practice the smart gas mileage tips recommended by the American Safety Council’s First Time Driver blog: driving more efficiently (avoiding speeding, idling, and rapid acceleration and braking), using cruise control, removing unnecessary weight from your car, maintaining maintenance, and planning your trips.
However, if you are looking to buy and a compact car meets your and your family’s needs, you have the opportunity to save a significant amount of money.
Here are 12 compact hatchbacks and sedans that are easy on the wallet in terms of both fuel economy and sticker price (lowest to highest miles per gallon with manufacturer suggested starting retail price (MSRP).