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I checked fueleconomy.gov and to my surprise, the base, non-vtec manual '96-00s do get worse mileage as the years go by. However, it was only a couple MPG difference. I would be willing to bet that hypermiling/modding any of the same trims within a generation would give you the same mileage.
Are you sure the 30-32MPG ones weren't the EX trim? They have a more powerful engine and shorter gears.
Personally, my first choice would be a '91-95 DX or LX manual, followed by the same for the '96-00 if I couldn't find an older one in good shape. I wouldn't worry about a VX or HX unless you drive a lot of freeway miles or find a good deal.
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