Number 2: 2005 Audi A4

Engine: 2.0-liter inline-4
Fuel Type: Premium
EPA fuel economy (city/highway): 20/31 (6-speed manual)
Price range: $21,000-25,000
JD Power Dependability Rating: 3 out of 5

If the Audi A4's looks appeal to you, but you can't justify all-wheel drive, want to pay less at the pump, or just don't put as high a premium on sport-sedan fun, then the front-wheel drive version of the Audi A4 may be just the ticket. It's got the looks of the quattro, but gets better highway mileage.

Photo credit: Audi

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