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Compare: 2009 Honda Civic vs 2008 Ford Focus vs 2008 Mazda MAZDA3

 

2009 Honda Civic

2008 Ford Focus

2008 Mazda MAZDA3
  2009 Honda Civic Sdn LX 2008 Ford Focus 4-door Sedan SE Angular Rear Exterior View 2008 Mazda MAZDA3 s Sport *Ltd Avail*
MSRP
$20,348
$15,660
$19,025
Invoice $19,021 $14,648 $17,806
MPG
City/Highway		 21/36 24/35 18/32
Rating 8.6 7.2 7.8
Bottom Line The 2009 Honda Civic lineup rates well for safety, handling, and overall frugality, though those who plan to carry cargo or frequent backseat passengers should look elsewhere. The 2008 Ford Focus isn’t all new, but it is an improvement, and a solid choice if you’re looking for a roomy car that handles well with a base price that starts around $15,000. The 2008 Mazda 3 is easily one of the best compact cars for sale in the United States.
Likes &
Dislikes

Likes:

  • Energetic engines
  • Excellent manual transmissions
  • Reputation for reliability
  • Fuel economy

Dislikes:

  • Swoopy styling cuts into headroom
  • Backseat hard to enter
  • Ride can get busy

Likes:

  • Improved overall refinement
  • Improved interior design
  • Quiet ride
  • Available SYNC with voice commands

Dislikes:

  • New body lacks style
  • Less sporty suspension
  • No dedicated performance models

Likes:

  • Trim exterior style
  • Quality of interior
  • Excellent performance
  • Good fuel economy
  • Lots of standard airbags

Dislikes:

  • Some may find ride a bit stiff
  • Road noise
  • No rear-seat cup holders
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Used Car Prices

  Min Max Average
2009 Honda Civic $14,020 $17,204 $15,661
2008 Ford Focus $8,627 $12,022 $10,236
2008 Mazda MAZDA3 $11,444 $15,806 $13,555
* Based on data collected from 221,797 classifieds ads
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