Hybrid, hybrid, hybrid! That's all you hear about these days. But what if you're not in the market for a $20,000+ car, but want something a little bit environmentally friendly?

The Honda Civic with the regular gasoline engine is a pretty good value. It did well in the government's crash tests (note that "SAB" indicates optional side air bags)

Vehicle Frontal Star Rating based on risk of head & chest injury Side Star Rating based on risk of chest injury Rollover Rating Driver Passenger Front Seat Rear Seat 2 wheel drive 4 wheel drive 2005 Honda Civic 4-DR.       2005 Honda Civic 2-DR.       2005 Honda Civic 2-DR. Hatchback       2005 Honda Civic 2-DR. w/SAB       2005 Honda Civic 4-DR. w/SAB

If you're on a budget, the "Value Package with side air bags" gets you an automatic transmission, and you'll be around $15,000. This includes:

AM/FM/CD Audio System

Power steering and power brakes

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)

To get a car with such a good safety rating at this price is quite good. On top of that, you should be getting a very reliable car.