Top Rated Compact Sedans of 2011

We have rated and listed the Top Rated compact sedans for Sale in 2011 along with their MSRP and Specifications. The overall ratings are based on user reviews, general markets and expert opinions.

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The 2011 Mercedes Benz C-Class Sedan . Between 2 trims, the Saab 9-3 Sedan offers 2 transmissions. It is a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine making 210 horsepower an...
Engine :Turbo Inline 4
MPG : 20-24
HP : 210 hp @ 5500 rpm
Starting Price

$28,900

2011 Suzuki Kizashi

Also ranked 3 in Midsize Sedans

9/10

The 2011 Suzuki Kizashi sedan is a Hyundai Sonata . Between 4 trims, the Suzuki Kizashi offers a single powertrain. It is a 2.4 Inline-4 engine making 185 horsepower and ...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 21-26
HP : 152 hp @ 5200 rpm
Starting Price

$18,999

2011 Volkswagen Jetta

Also ranked 10 in Sedans

8.5/10

The Volkswagen Jetta is a perfect demonstration of how to combine luxury and visuals in a vehicle that feels a lot bigger for its class. Even when it was first introduced...
Engine :Inline 4 | Inline 5 | Turbo Inline 4
MPG : 25-34
HP : 115 hp @ 5200 rpm
Starting Price

$15,365

2011 Hyundai Elantra

Also ranked 13 in Sedans

8/10

Being stated as an alternative to the best-selling Japanese compact sedans like the Civic and Corolla, the all-new Hyundai Elantra has now become a tough competitor for t...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 32
HP : 145 hp @ 6300 rpm
Starting Price

$14,945

2011 Kia Forte

Also ranked 12 in Sedans

8/10

Kia is trying to set its foot in the current car market with clean styling, good performance, and an impressive warranty as to its main USP, and the 2011 Kia Forte shines...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 26-29
HP : 156 hp @ 6200 rpm
Starting Price

$14,995

2011 Honda Civic

Also ranked 16 in Sedans

8/10

Dubbed as the best seller in the segment, the 2011 Honda Civic sedan soldiers on without any changes for the year. The only minor change for this year is the deletion of ...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 28-29
HP : 113 hp @ 6300 rpm
Starting Price

$15,605

2011 Ford Focus

Also ranked 12 in Sedans

8/10

The 2011 Hyundai Elantra . Only a 2.0L inline-4 engine is offered, mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. There is also a 4-speed automatic transmission optional on all ...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 28-29
HP : 140 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price

$16,640

2011 Subaru Impreza

Also ranked 10 in Midsize Sedans

7.9/10

There is a market for sedans and then an even crazier market for the budget performance sedans on offer. That is where the Impreza stands. It is the sedan from Subaru a n...
Engine :Flat 4 | H-4 | Turbo Flat 4
MPG : 19-22
HP : 170 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price

$17,495

2011 Chevrolet Cruze

Also ranked 13 in Sedans

7.9/10

The 2011 Ford Focus Sedan . Between 5 trims, the Cruze Sedan offers 3 powertrains. The base engine is a 1.8L inline-4 capable of making 136 horsepower and 123 lb-ft of to...
Engine :Inline 4 | Turbo Inline 4
MPG : 28-33
HP : 136 hp @ 6300 rpm
Starting Price

$16,525

2011 Ford Fiesta

Also ranked 11 in Sedans

7.7/10

The 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. Only a 1.6L inline-4 engine is offered, mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. An optional 6-speed automatic transmission is available as an opt...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 32
HP : 120 hp @ 6350 rpm
Starting Price

$13,200

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer

Also ranked 13 in Sedans

7.6/10

The 2011 Mazda 3 Sedan . Between 4 trims, the Lancer offers 3 powertrains. The base engine is a 2.0L Inline-4 capable of making 148 horsepower and 146 lb-ft of torque. A ...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 20-28
HP : 148 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price

$15,295

2011 Toyota Corolla

Also ranked 10 in Sedans

7.6/10

With a completely refreshed exterior, the 2011 Toyota Corolla is back for another stint. It still provides a very good value proposition in terms of reliability, solid bu...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 29-31
HP : 132 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price

$15,900

2011 Mazda 3

Also ranked 11 in Sedans

7.5/10

This year, the 2011 Mazda 3 sedan gets only a few feature updates over the previous model, with the biggest change being the standardization of stability control for all ...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 23-28
HP : 144 hp @ 6500 rpm
Starting Price

$15,800

2011 Suzuki SX4

Also ranked 1 in Subcompact Sedans

7.4/10

The 2011 Hyundai Accent Sedan . Between 5 trims, the SX4 Hatchback offers one powertrain. It is a 2.0L inline-4 engine making 150 horsepower and 140 lb-ft of torque. Howe...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 25-28
HP : 148 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price

$13,499

2011 Honda Civic Hybrid Sedan

Also ranked 1 in Compact Hybrid Sedans

7.3/10

The 2011 midsize sedan segment....
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 41
HP : 110 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price

$23,950

2011 Volkswagen CC

Also ranked 6 in Fullsize Sedans

7.8/10

The 2011 Toyota Camry . Between 5 trims, the Volkswagen CC offers two powertrains.  The base engine is a 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 capable of making 200 horsepower and 207...
Engine :Turbo Inline 4 | V6
MPG : 20-25
HP : 200 hp @ 5100 rpm
Starting Price

$28,200

2011 Nissan Sentra

Also ranked 15 in Sedans

7.2/10

Outside looks of the Nissan Sentra might deceive some, but from the inside, it is full of comfort. A good fuel economy and a number of standard features are some of its m...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 24-30
HP : 140 hp @ 5100 rpm
Starting Price

$16,060

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