Company cars on a budget
A company car, even at the economy level, is a pretty big investment. To be an asset instead of a burden on a start-up company, the car must be reliable and practical. Its operating costs need to be low to keep the company's overhead from becoming crushingly expensive. But it also needs to do the job, whether that's making sales calls or deliveries or visiting venture capitalists. We've selected cars that are less than $25,000 and that serve a variety of purposes. The Hyundai Sonata GL makes a compelling argument, with its leather interior and 10-year warranty. Two hybrids, the Toyota Prius and the Honda Civic Hybrid, offer superior mileage from well-respected manufacturers. The Audi A3 works as a multipurpose vehicle, carrying passengers in comfort and cargo in the back. And despite its funky looks, the Scion xB seats four adults very comfortably while offering excellent cargo space.