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| Product | 2012 Nissan Leaf SL | 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid | 2012 Chevrolet Volt | 2013 Ford Focus ST |
| Price | $37,250.00 | $25,200.00 | $39,145.00 | $23,700.00 |
| CNET editors' rating | 4 stars | 4 stars | 3.5 stars | 4 stars |
| Average user rating | 3.5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 0 stars |
| Release date | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Bottom line | The 2012 Nissan Leaf offers a good blend of affordability and all-around performance for city dwellers and suburbanites looking to go zero-emission, but its cruising range limits its appeal for long hauls. | Offering all the fuel economy and practical interior space of a Toyota Prius, the 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid adds significant power and a more engaged driving experience. | Mileage has never varied more than it will between two 2012 Chevrolet Volt owners, but with regular charging, this part-time EV is capable of fantastic efficiency -- just don't look too hard at its dashboard. | A very rewarding
car to drive, the 2013 Ford Focus ST will satisfy enthusiasts on weekend runs and the daily commute, but the cabin tech is a mixed bag, with the excellence of Sync offset by the navigation system interface. |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Trim levels | SL | SE | 4dr | Base |
| Available Engine | Electric | Hybrid | Hybrid | Gas |
| Drivetrain available | Front-drive | Front-drive | front-drive | Front-drive |
| Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications |
| Buying choices | Prices from 1 store | Prices from 1 store | Prices from 1 store | Prices from 1 store |