2. Honda Civic
The Honda Civic, a longtime favorite sedan among fuel-conscious drivers, comes in six models, including hybrid and natural gas versions. The 4-door access and roomy interior give the Civic the feel of a much larger sedan, but the 1.8-liter engine offers exceptional fuel economy, rated at 28 city/39 for the LX sedan and 44/44 for the hybrid. The Civic comes with standard front and side airbags, 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, a rear-view camera and Bluetooth connectivity. Pricing starts at $18,165 for the LX and ranges up to $24,360 for the hybrid. The basic coupe starts at $17,965.

3. Honda Accord
The 2013 Honda Accord proved to be popular with drivers and professional reviewers alike. The new direct-injection 4-cylinder engine with continuously variable automatic transmission delivers smooth acceleration and nice mileage numbers, beginning at an affordable MSRP of $21,680 for the basic model, on up to $33,430 with the bells and whistles. A V6, 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic are also available. Mileage ranges from 21/32 for the EX-L V6 Automatic Coupe with Navigation to 27/36 for the 4-cylinder CVT.

4. Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is one of the best-selling vehicles of all time, with its affordable sticker price, easy mileage and notable dependability. MSRP ranges from $22,235 for the L on up to $30,465 for the XLE V6. Mileage ranges from 21/35-31/35, depending on the model. Available engines include 173-hp and 178-hp 4-cylinders and a nicely packed, 268-hp, 3.5-liter V6, all running on regular gas and all shifted by a 6-speed automatic tranny. An MP3 decoder is standard on all models.

5. Ford F-Series
The Ford F-Series of pickups has put a huge fleet of tough trucks in the hands of enthusiastic consumers over the years. The 2013 F-150 alone comes in 10 models, ranging in price from $24,070 for the XL to $53,300 for the Limited Edition. Mileage varies along the way, with the XL offering 17/23 with a 3.7-liter V6, on through 11/16 for the SVT Raptor with its mighty 6.2-liter V8. When you venture into Super Duty territory, you'll reach the top with the F-450 Platinum, starting at $67,330. That baby comes with a 6.7-liter Power Stroke V8 turbo diesel engine that delivers 400 hp and 800 foot-pounds of torque.

6. Nissan Sentra
The 2013 Nissan Sentra drives up in six models, from the basic S for $15,990 on up to the SL starting at $19,590. The L's 1.8-liter, 4-cylinder engine with 6-speed manual transmission is rated at 27/36, while the rest of the fleet can be expected to deliver around 30/39. The automatic transmission's Eco and Sport settings offer maximum mileage on the one hand and maximum performance on the other, with a Normal setting for a combination of the two.

7. Nissan Altima
The midsize Nissan Altima was completely made over for the 2013 model year, with seven trims available with 4- and 6-cylinder engines. The sporty yet practical sedan with the 2.5-liter I4 engine carries an MSRP of $21,760 and is rated 27/38 for mileage. Equipped with a 3.5-liter V6, the SL delivers 22/31. The comfortable, roomy cabin makes for a pleasant ride -- but the continuously variable transmission makes for smooth drive.

8. Chevrolet Silverado
The 2013 Chevy Silverado, with a starting price of $23,590 for the two-wheel-drive 1500 model, delivers ruggedness, strength and style. But let's talk top of the line, shall we? The LTZ crew cab short box, with available Vortec 6.2-liter V8, delivers a payload of 1,937 pounds despite being hefted up with goodies like heated outside mirrors, automatic dual-zone climate control and heated leather-appointed bucket seats. For really getting the job done, you may like the 3500HD, which can haul up to 23,100 pounds.

9. Honda CR-V
With its tight turning radius, carlike handling and roomy interior, the 2013 Honda CR-V proves itself a top contender in the competitive small-SUV class. The 4-cylinder, 5-speed automatic transmission gets it an EPA estimate of 23/31, making it a cost-friendly commuter car as well. Standard features include a USB port, Bluetooth connectivity and a backup camera. The CR-V comes in three trims, with MSRP ranging from $22,795 for the LX 2-wheel drive to $30,295 for the EX-L all-wheel drive with optional navigation system.

10. Nissan Versa
The 2013 Nissan Versa scores big points for its affordability, with a starting price of $11,990, and an EPA estimate of 31/40 when equipped with the optional continuously variable transmission. The top model carries an MSRP of $16,890, with the CVT and a 1.6-liter gasoline engine. The Versa comes with few standard goodies, but options include push-button start, backup camera, Bluetooth technology, satellite radio and a USB port.