Best New Cars Under $25K

Car shopping can be overwhelming process, and the purchase can have as significant impact on your finances. But no need to worry: Doing your research before walking into a dealership will allow you to drive away in a fancy new ride without leaving your wallet high and dry.  Here are the best new cars under $25,000, according to Consumer Reports.

Ford Fusion SE (4-cyl.) MSRP: $23,625 MPG: City:23  Hwy:33 (Reuters)

Honda Accord LX-P (4-cyl.) MSRP: $23,730 MPG: City:23  Hwy:34 (Reuters)

Honda Civic Si (man.) MSRP: $23,175 MPG: City:28  Hwy:39 (Reuters)

Honda Fit (base) MSRP: $16,745 MPG: City: 27  Hwy: 33 (Reuters)

Honda Fit Sport (man.) MSRP: $16,730 MPG: City: 27  Hwy: 33

Hyundai Elantra GLS MSRP: $18,445 MPG: City: 29  Hwy: 40 (Reuters)

Hyundai Sonata GLS (2.4) MSRP: $21,800 MPG: City: 24  Hwy: 35 (Reuters)

Hyundai Tucson GLS MSRP: $24,090 MPG: City: 23  Hwy: 31 (© Morgan J Segal)

Kia Forte EX (sedan) MSRP: $19,040 MPG: City:26  Hwy:36 (Reuters)

Kia Forte EX (hatchback) MSRP: $19,340 MPG: City: 26  Hwy: 36