(AOL Autos) -- Small cars continue to be hot sellers among buyers looking for fuel economy, style and all-around fun. See which cars are the winners in this list of best-selling small cars.
The Honda Civic is popular for its fuel efficiency and affordability.
1. Honda Civic*
August 2008 Sales: 30,052
Change vs. Previous Year: 5.3%
MSRP: $15,205 - $20,755
Invoice: $14,021 - $19,111
Fuel Economy: 34 mpg Hwy/26 mpg City
The Honda Civic is one of the most reliable and popular economy compact sedans/coupes in its class. For years it has set the quality and performance standard for the affordable, compact car market. *Includes Hybrid Model AOL Autos: Honda Civic
2. Toyota Corolla*
August 2008 Sales: 29,443
Change vs. Previous Year: -3.4%
MSRP: $15,350 - $18,860
Invoice: $14,198 - $17,067
Fuel Economy: 35 mpg Hwy/26 mpg City
The new Toyota Corolla is among the best of the compact sedans: reliable and economical yet refined and comfortable. *Includes Toyota Matrix AOL Autos: Toyota Corolla
3. Ford Focus
August 2008 Sales: 16,387
Change vs. Previous Year: 23.4%
MSRP: $14,995 - $17,970
Invoice: $14,091 - $16,648
Fuel Economy: 35 mpg Hwy/24 mpg City
Small, economical, and fun, the 2009 Ford Focus is a smart choice for those looking for a compact car. AOL Autos: Ford Focus
4. Chevrolet Cobalt
August 2008 Sales: 15,281
Change vs. Previous Year: -26.6%
MSRP: $15,010 - $22,775
Invoice: $14,184 - $21,522
Fuel Economy: 37 mpg Hwy/25 mpg City
The Chevy Cobalt is available as either a two-door coupe or a four-door sedan, each available in three trims: the LS, the LT and the SS Turbocharged. AOL Autos: Chevy Cobalt
5. Mazda3*
August 2008 Sales: 10,970
Change vs. Previous Year: 4.4%
MSRP: $14,490 - $20,595
Invoice: $13,590 - $19,283
Fuel Economy: 32 mpg Hwy/24 mpg City
The Mazda3 is a premium compact car, exciting to drive and look at, and equipped with unexpected luxury features, all at a reasonable price. *Includes MazdaSpeed3 AOL Autos: Mazda3
6. Hyundai Elantra
August 2008 Sales: 10,031
Change vs. Previous Year: 13.8%
MSRP: $13,970 - $16,670
Invoice: $13,592 - $16,004
Fuel Economy: 33 mpg Hwy/24 mpg City
The Elantra is an economic compact car with handsome styling and nice lines. It's renowned in two areas, interior space and standard safety equipment.
7. Toyota Yaris
August 2008 Sales: 9,474
Change vs. Previous Year: 20.5%
MSRP: $12,205 - $15,125
Invoice: $11,473 - $14,217
Fuel Economy: 36 mpg Hwy/29 mpg City
The Yaris manages to combine a well-tailored, roomy interior with agile performance and a fuel efficient engine in an entry-level car.
8. Nissan Sentra
August 2008 Sales: 9,207
Change vs. Previous Year: 1.4%
MSRP: $16,140 - $20,570
Invoice: $15,275 - $19,181
Fuel Economy: 33 mpg Hwy/25 mpg City
The Sentra front-wheel drive 4-door sedan is a practical, roomy and economical car with several trims available to suit a person's needs.
9. Nissan Versa
August 2008 Sales: 8,015
Change vs. Previous Year: -5.2%
MSRP: $12,990 - $16,210
Invoice: $12,539 - $15,634
Fuel Economy: 31 mpg Hwy/26 mpg City
The Versa is Nissan's entry-level car with the intention of attracting economy-minded buyers with its mileage, price and larger size than most other vehicles in its class.
10. Hyundai Accent
August 2008 Sales: 6,455
Change vs. Previous Year: 73%
MSRP: $11,070 - $15,070
Invoice: $10,822 - $14,642
Fuel Economy: 33 mpg Hwy/27 mpg City
The Hyundai Accent sedan and hatchback are exceptional economy cars that offer attractive looks and outstanding value in a price-sensitive market segment.
Best-selling small cars is based on August national sales data
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