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Redesigned Toyota Corolla gets excellent 32 mpg in CRs stringent fuel economy tests

Yonkers, NY After testing a group of compacts and subcompacts, Consumer Reports judged the Hyundai Elantra SE best with an Excellent overall road test score. But three other compact cars, Subaru Impreza, Toyota Corolla and Ford Focus, also achieved Very Good ratings in a report on gas-saving sedans published in the July issue.

The Corolla achieved a very impressive 32 mpg overall in Consumer Reports real-world fuel economy tests. Thats among the best gas mileage CR has seen in a conventional gasoline-powered car with an automatic transmission. Only the smaller Honda Fit (32 mpg) and Toyota Yaris (33 mpg) subcompacts do as well or better.

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