Forget the buzz about hybrid and electric cars . For the budget conscious, these are your best buy new cars. These 12 models each get 30 mpg or better, and cost less than $17,500 – including the cost of a year’s worth of fuel.

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The Most Affordable Fuel-Efficient New Cars

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