The Ford Focus runs on the same kind of direct-injection engine that some of the most luxurious cars in the world (read: Mercedes) use. Pared down to a 2-litre, 4-cylinder, 6-speed, the Focus is a car you’d be happy to have as a daily driver.

Even with 18″ wheels, a rear-view camera, a full-size spare and Ford’s MyFord electronics package, you’re still out the door for $26K. –And getting 37 mpg for your efforts… maybe as much as 44!