Good technologically advanced cars under 10k?

I'm kind of between a few cars
Civic si
Honda accord
07 Lexus is250
Mazda 3
Mitsubishi Lancer

Mostly I want it to look cool (the inside especially) and get good mpg

I'll be commuting to college so I'd like something reliable too haha

You must do pre-purchase inspection before you buy any use car or else you might purchase a lemon without you even know it.Good technologically advanced cars under 10k - 1

Between these options the Lexus is250 is good. You can consider a BMW 2007 325/330 or 2006 525/530 are great cars too. Honda civic SI are for high school kids.

Mercedes C Class
BMW 3 Series
Audi A4

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