Vital Statistics

Wheelbase: 104.3 inches

Length: 178.5 inches

Width: 71.8 inches

Height: 57.9 inches

Curb weight: 2,956 pounds

Engine: I4, 2.0-liter DOHC, normally aspirated, gasoline direct-injected

Horsepower: 160 @ 6,500 r.p.m.

Torque: 146 lb.-ft. @ 4,450 r.p.m.

EPA estimated m.p.g. city/highway: 29/40 (PowerShift six-speed automatic)

Base price: $16,995, with $725 destination

As-tested price: $26,400, with $725 destination

Also consider: Chevrolet Cruze, Hyundai Elantra, Mazda3

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