American Honda Motor Company Sedan

The Bottom Line: The 2009 Honda Civic LX-S represents a good mix of efficiency and value with just a touch of fun, but those looking for tech options beyond the most basic level will want to look at the Civic EX and EX-L models.

Specs: Sedan, LX-S, Gas

The Bottom Line: For point A to point B usefulness, a Honda is never a bad choice when the budget demands practicality. The 2008 Civic EX-L with navigation offers quite a bit for the money.

Specs: Sedan, EX-L, Gas

The Bottom Line: The restyled 2008 Honda Accord EX-L looks good and offers a very comfortable drive. It works well as a commuter and family car, and its low emissions make it an environmentally conscious choice, but don't expect the most cutting-edge cabin tech.

Specs: Sedan, EX-L V-6, Gas

The Bottom Line: The restyled 2008 Honda Accord EX-L looks good and offers a very comfortable drive. It works well as a commuter and family car, and its low emissions make it an environmentally conscious choice, but don't expect the most cutting-edge cabin tech.

Specs: Sedan, EX-L V-6, Gas

The Bottom Line: Beyond a couple of missing options in the cabin, the 2007 Honda Civic Si Sedan is as functional as it is fun. Its cabin tech is both useful and entertaining, while it offers an enjoyable driving experience.

Specs: Sedan, Si, Gas

The Bottom Line: Beyond a couple of missing options in the cabin, the 2007 Honda Civic Si Sedan is as functional as it is fun. Its cabin tech is both useful and entertaining, while it offers an enjoyable driving experience.

Specs: Sedan, Si, Gas

The Bottom Line: Beyond a couple of missing options in the cabin, the 2007 Honda Civic Si Sedan is as functional as it is fun. Its cabin tech is both useful and entertaining, while it offers an enjoyable driving experience.

Specs: Sedan, Si, Gas

The Bottom Line: Beyond a couple of missing options in the cabin, the 2007 Honda Civic Si Sedan is as functional as it is fun. Its cabin tech is both useful and entertaining, while it offers an enjoyable driving experience.

Specs: Sedan, Si, Gas

The Bottom Line: Honda's reputation for practical economy is shown in the Civic Hybrid, well-built and simply designed to sip fuel. Interior tech options are usefully done, making this Honda a great commuter sedan.

Specs: Sedan, Hybrid, Hybrid

The Bottom Line: While we found the 2007 Honda Accord very enjoyable to drive, it fell short on a couple of key areas, most noticeably in its stereo system.

Specs: sedan, EX-L V-6, Gas