By Michelle Anderson

In today’s economy, getting a car is a great deal thanks to the 0 percent financing being offered, along with a slew of incentives, like cash back. So what’s the best way to get the best deal? Buy an economical car and reap the most benefits of new car driving.

Ford is leading the way and setting the bar when it comes to economical cars. With two small models in its lineup, you’ll be surprised at how comfortable and stylish economical can be.

Ford Fiesta

Fiesta may be synonymous with “joke car” for the older generations, but today’s generation is finding a new, better connection to this reinvented model. Available in both sedan and hatchback, the Ford Fiesta picks up on what the popular Honda Fit is lacking — fun driving. Smooth, precise and agile, the Fiesta runs over the theory that economical American cars are like driving a cardboard box. Fiesta’s automatic model is a dual-clutch automated manual transmission, which boils down to quicker gear changes and better fuel economy than a conventional automatic.

What really makes the Fiesta a party on wheels is its many bells and whistles. Uncommon in this class, you’ll find a slew of them, such as keyless ignition and Ford’s celebrated Sync system, offering voice activated audio and cell phone functions.

With several trims to choose from, Ford does one better by grouping features together, which gives lower trims access to the upper trims’ coveted features, like heated front seats and leather seating. Mix and match to create the perfect Fiesta for you.

While it scores highly for its stylish features and fuel economy, if you want something that’s roomier and more comfortable, you’ll want to look into other cars in its class. A fully loaded SES hatchback puts you in the same neighborhood as a Ford Focus.

Ford Focus

The Ford Focus of 2012 has emerged as a redesigned model of world-class excellence. With a plethora of first-class options, such as Ford’s Sync system, keyless entry, HD radio, active parking, it also offers a revamped ride and handling, giving it a more sophisticated overall feel. However, Mazda 3 still scores more highly on handling.

With both four-door sedan and hatchback available, the Focus features sharp styling and slick interior. But what really sets it apart from others in its class is the technology offered. Typically found on only more expensive models, the Focus boasts a slew of them, from a rearview camera to the MyFord Touch system, which says goodbye to clunky knobs and hello to the simplicity of a touch-screen and voice-activated commands.

Like the Fiesta, the automatic is technically a dual-clutch automated manual. While it provides better fuel economy and quicker gear changes than conventional automatic, you’ll also notice some slight rolling back on hills or some reluctance to creep forward when parking.

Sure, the cargo room of Ford’s economical cars may not be the biggest, but with the savings you’ll enjoy, you can look into trailers for sale.

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