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Under $25K category:
Toyota Corolla (Small Car): The Corolla is roomy for a compact sedan, efficient (33 mpg overall in CR’s testing), and comes with extensive, and standard, advanced safety tech. The new Corolla has improved driving dynamics, tackling corners more skillfully than its predecessor thanks to well-weighted steering and limited body lean. The Corolla soaks up bumps with the best in the class.