18/07/2008 10:02. TYPE: Front-drive, four-door, five-passenger, compact hatchback.

PRICE: $15,710 base, $20,560 as tested.

WHERE BUILT: Fremont, Calif.

KEY RIVALS: Toyota Matrix, Chrysler PT Cruiser, Dodge Caliber, Mazda3.

POWER: 2.4-liter, 158-horsepower I4; five-speed auto transmission.

FUEL ECONOMY: 21 city, 29 highway mpg; 13.2-gallon tank; estimated annual fuel cost $1,751.

CHASSIS: Strut front suspension with coil springs, independent double-wishbone rear; power rack-and-pinion steering; power disc brakes with ABS; StabiliTrak; 17-inch aluminum wheels.

LENGTH X WIDTH X HEIGHT; 172.1 x 69.4 x 61.3 inches.

WHEELBASE X TRACK: 102.4 x 59.6/58.9 inches.

CURB WEIGHT: 3,065... // Scripps News