BASE PRICE: $15,250 for base model with manual; $16,050 for base model with automatic; $16,320 for S with manual; $16,650 for LE; $17,150 for S with automatic; $17,550 for XLE.

AS TESTED: $21,509.

TYPE: Front-engine, front-wheel drive, five-passenger, compact sedan.

ENGINE: 1.8-liter, double overhead cam, inline four cylinder with VVT-i.

MILEAGE: 27 mpg (city), 35 mpg (highway).

TOP SPEED: NA.

LENGTH: 178.7 inches.

WHEELBASE: 102.4 inches.

CURB WEIGHT: 2,811 pounds.

BUILT AT: Fremont, Calif.

OPTIONS: Navigation system $1,300; moonroof $890; alloy wheels $410; cruise control $250; stability control and traction control $250; carpeted floor mats and trunk mat $199.

DESTINATION CHARGE: $660.