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New information from Cars.com might be able to help dealers place budget-conscious new-car buyers in vehicles that will satisfy the desire for features, without breaking the bank.

The site this week released its editors’ top 10 picks for vehicles that even at base model level still have a lot to offer drivers.

“Just because you might not be able to afford all of the bells and whistles in a car doesn’t mean you have to sing the base-model blues,” said Patrick Olsen, Cars.com  editor-in-chief.

“Some automakers are packing even their base models full of features, making them more valuable to shoppers looking for a good deal. Our list includes cars that we consider to be solid picks even in their base-model version,” Olsen said.

The top ten base models according to Cars.com editors, ranked by price, are:

  • 2013 Chevrolet Spark LS ($12,995): Comes equipped with essentials like air conditioning and power windows, two features that aren’t always standard on bargain models.
     
  • 2013 Scion xB ($17,555): Standard features include USB integration, a six-speaker stereo and cruise control.
     
  • 2013 Honda Civic LX Sedan ($18,995): Includes features like Bluetooth, USB, a rearview camera and Pandora compatibility standard in the base model.
     
  • 2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sedan ($18,655): The most affordable new car to feature all-wheel drive; other standard features include Bluetooth phone and audio and tilt-telescoping steering wheel with audio and hands-free controls.
     
  • 2013 Mazda Mazda5 Sport ($20,735): The most affordable six-seat vehicle on the market; standard features include automatic headlights, cruise control and satellite radio.
     
  • 2013 Hyundai Sonata GLS ($21,240): Standard features include cruise control, Bluetooth, USB, tilt-telescoping steering wheel with audio, cruise and Bluetooth controls, and heated mirrors.
     
  • 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 1 LS ($24,245): The base Camaro has standard features like a six-speaker stereo, satellite radio, Bluetooth, a spoiler and 18-inch heritage steel wheels.
     
  • 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid ($27,995): Standard features include Ford’s Sync system, USB, Bluetooth, cruise control, heated front seats, power driver and passenger seats, push-button start, keyless entry and auto up and down on all windows.
     
  • 2013 Toyota Avalon ($31,785): This full-size sedan delivers features like dual-zone climate control and a 6.1-inch touch-screen along with push button start and keyless entry.
     
  • 2013 Volvo S60 T5 ($32,795): The S60 offers features like rain-sensing windshield wipers, 7-inch information screen, Bluetooth, USB, satellite radio, heated mirrors, headlight washers and spill-resistant cloth upholstery.

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