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2. Honda Civic Hybrid 40/45

And, likewise, the hybrid Honda Civic notches the second spot, with the same fuel economy stats as the 2008 model.

3. Nissan Altima Hybrid 35/33

No. 3 again, the Nissan Altima for 2009 gets the same mileage as the 2008 model.

4. Ford Escape Hybrid FWD

Mazda Tribute Hybrid 2WD

Mercury Mariner Hybrid FWD 34/31

These three SUVs, tied in the No. 4 slot again, as in 2008, get 1 mpg better in city driving in 2009 than they did in 2008.

5. Smart Fortwo Convertible

Smart Fortwo Coupe 33/41

The Smart Fortwo is a newcomer to the list, putting up impressive numbers, particularly in city driving.

6. Toyota Camry Hybrid 33/34

Pushed down a notch by the Fortwo, the Toyota Camry Hybrid gets the same fuel economy as the 2008 model.

7. Volkswagon Jetta (manual, diesel)

8. Volkswagon Jetta Sportwagon (manual, diesel) 30/41

Displacing the Toyota Yaris, the VW Jetta diesel -- in its various forms -- is a newcomer to the Top 10 list.

Volkswagon Jetta (automatic, diesel)

Volkswagon Jetta Sportwagon (automatic, diesel) 29/40

9. Toyota Yaris (manual) 29/36

10. Toyota Yaris (automatic) 29/35

Mileage is listed as mpg highway/ mpg city

Bumped down a couple notches, the Toyota Yaris remains a top choice for buyers looking for a fuel-efficient model.