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I've rented the Mazda 3 and it is a fine little vehicle. Surprisingly tight steering and certainly does feel sporty.My ex GF has a Honda Fit and there is a very good reason why it crushes the competition in the ratings- it is a fantastic design. Perfectly good driving experience (for its size and weight, mind you). Very, very clever cargo design. Absolutely shocking what you can fit in there if you fold things down or up as need be. Mileage is decent in the city- over 30 as I recall. I would recommend getting the S model.
Why are you worried about fuel economy for a car that will see less than 3,000 miles per year?I'd buy something fun, powerful, roomy, and possibly convertible...You have LOTS of choices for something under $25,000. The used market is full of great cars, trucks, and Jeeps.
Never leased before since we tend to drive our cars for 10-12 years, boring I know.
Go to carcomplaints.com before buying anything.
Have you anaylzed the total cost of ownership and compared the number to something like a Zipcar? If I was in your position, I'd understand everything -- insurance, gas, residual value at the end of the car's life, how often you upgrade, etc. You might be surprised that the Zipcar becomes as or more economical, and much more flexible for the lifesytle you enjoy and location you live.
I love my '05 CTS-V and it beats a Prius in mpg at any speed between 95 and 165 mph and has averaged 20 mpg over the last 100,000+ milesOf course it is a bit of Griso