CNN Rates 5 Most Cost Effective Fuel Saving Autos

CNNMoney.com recently had analysts at Intellichoice.com look at fuel efficient vehicles in various classes and then determine which were actually the best buy once long term value and ownership costs were figured in.

Here are the winners-

• Compact Car: Honda Civic Hybrid / Mileage: 40 mpg City, 45 mpg Highway / Price: $22,600
• Midsized Car: Toyota Prius / Mileage: 48 mpg City, 45 mpg Highway / Price: $22,000-$24,270
• Small Crossover: Mazda Tribute Hybrid / Mileage: 34 mpg City, 30 mpg Highway / Price: $25,310-$29,570
• Sport Sedan: Lexus GS / Mileage: 19 mpg City, 27 mpg Highway / Price $44,550-$52,375
• Sports Car: Chevrolet Corvette / Mileage: 16 mpg City, 26 mpg Highway / Price: $47,045-$102,450

Here's the complete online version of their report.