Don?t be surprised if the young drivers in your circle seek out a fuel-efficient car with plenty of extras, even on tight budgets.

Although those shopping for used cars might not be able to snap up a Toyota Prius or other new-model “green” car that has generated a lot of buzz in the media, they still have plenty of options. Small sport utility vehicles, such as the Ford Escape, or even subcompacts and compacts such as the Mazda Protégé, are increasingly popular as used cars.