2013 Buick Verano Base

The Verano is Buick's compact sedan, the one that competes with the Civic and Corolla but with a plusher feel. It drives smoothly and quietly, with enough pep for daily driving, though acceleration is not what you'd call quick. The cabin is comfortable up front, but the back seat is tight, and some owners note the interior materials wear over time. You get a touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone pairing, plus available features like remote start and a rear camera. The Base trim skips the Convenience Group's extras like the power driver seat and upgraded audio, saving you over a thousand dollars. Its 2.4L I4 makes 180 horsepower and pairs with a six-speed automatic, returning 25 mpg combined in mixed driving. You miss out on the Convenience Group's remote start and rear camera, but the standard touchscreen and Bluetooth are still here.