Five Great Car Deals

"What's on sale?"

It may sound like a strange way to start a new car search, but with fewer and fewer bad cars being built, it wouldn't be an irresponsible first step. It takes additional research to ensure you end up in a car that meets your wants and needs, but starting with a short list of cars on sale could help ensure you don’t miss out on a great deal.

Note: If you see a deal you like on a car you want, be sure to first check the manufacturer's website to review the details and make sure the offer is available in your area.

Updated Friday, April 20th:

2012 Honda Civic
Lease for $220/month, $0 due at signing (last verified end date: 07/05/12)
The Honda Civic is all-new for 2012, boasting new looks, an assortment of engines and more mpg. What has stayed the same though is the Civic's overall refinement and just-right steering and pedal feel that quietly contribute to long-term driving satisfaction.

2012 Mazda MAZDA6
0%, 60-month financing (last verified end date: 05/31/12)
With its aggressive look and athletic suspension, the MAZDA6 is among the sportiest mid-size sedans on the road. It's also an attractive alternative to more familiar sedans like the Honda Accord or Nissan Altima.

2012 Buick Enclave
0%, 60-month financing (last verified end date: 07/02/12)
The Enclave's eye-catching exterior styling is backed up by a refined and quiet passenger cabin, which seats up to eight, plus impressive ride and handling.

2012 Lincoln MKZ
0%, 60-month financing (last verified end date: 07/02/12)
The entry-premium Lincoln MKZ was refreshed in 2010 with a new six-speed transmission, new styling touches all around and even more in-cabin technology. Its Ford Fusion little brother always seems to garner more attention, but the Lincoln MKZ is even more of a good thing.

2013 Hyundai Sonata
Lease for $199/month, $2,599 due at signing (last verified end date: 05/31/12)
The Hyundai Sonata was completely redesigned inside and out in 2011 and the automaker imbued it with a fuel-sipping engine that gets up to 35 mpg on the highway and convenient technologies such as Bluetooth and iPod integration as standard equipment.