 Shopped Civic, Corolla, Focus and all others but none could give a total package vehicle. They might be equal or slightly better in one area but none could deliver everything and a great price, except Hyundai. Elantra was the only one that had ABS, traction control, gas mileage, leather, cruise, sunroof, hatchback, 6 speakers, side airbags, automatic, HUGE warranty, and best price ... $14,500 paid.  I'm getting 30 miles to the gallon (highway driving) and the engine isn't even broken in yet.  I'm 6'1" and the car has plenty of room for my legs.  The storage space with the hatchback is good.  Overall, I got more for my money than I ever expected when I started shopping.