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If you want some driving fun, but don't want to pay a lot at the pump, great options abound that get at least 20 mpg in city driving. And you don't have to buy a hybrid. Let's take a peek.

Fuel economy (city/highway): 22/29 mpg

Weekly fuel cost: $48.58 (premium)

Base price: $34,800-$36,800

Need only two seats and good trunk space, yet have a hankering to conserve fuel? Try the tenacious handling TT. It's serious fun.

Fuel economy (city/highway): 22/32 mpg

Weekly fuel cost: $45.69

Base price: $19,900-$27,095

Equipped with four cylinders, the handsome Malibu has better fuel economy than Accord or Camry and boasts impressive handling.

Fuel economy (city/highway): 28/37 mpg

Weekly fuel cost: $38.02 (premium)

Base price: $18,050-$25,400

Driving a car that delivers great fuel economy does not have to be boring. Exhibit A: the Mini Cooper. Drive one. You'll be all smiles.

Fuel economy (city/highway): 23/32 mpg

Weekly fuel cost: $51.10 (diesel)

Base price: $52,200

While Lexus gets all the press with its GS and LS hybrid sedans, this Mercedes-Benz diesel costs less to fuel and has a greater range.

Fuel economy (city/highway): 30/41 mpg

Weekly fuel cost: $39.02 (diesel)

Base price: $21,990-$23,590

This 2009 model, as a sedan or wagon, will dispel all your preconceived notions of diesel-powered vehicles.

Fuel economy (city/highway): 22/28 mpg

Weekly fuel cost: $47.63

Base price: $17,995-$22,515

Often overlooked, the fun-to-drive Mazda 5 provides what minivan lovers want, yet offers a five-speed manual, a minivan rarity.

Fuel economy (city/highway): 23/28 mpg

Weekly fuel cost: $45.69

Base price: $16,485-$22,855

Its four-cylinder engine is thrifty, but you'll need to opt for the "Freedom Drive II" option if you seek the thrill of driving off-road.

Fuel economy (city/highway): 20/25 mpg

Weekly fuel cost: $51.98

Base price: $14,280-$26,115

With rear-wheel-drive and a manual transmission, the Tacoma pickup offers good fuel economy and the latest in safety gear.