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Hatchback
$13,411
Starting Price
3.1
Expert
4.3
Consumer
39 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage is an affordable and efficient option in a shrinking class of subcompact cars, but its similarly priced rivals are more modern.
SUV
$12,614
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
2.5
Consumer
N/A
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Hyundai Nexo is a compact SUV with a hydrogen-powered drivetrain, otherwise known as a fuel cell vehicle. It’s available solely in California.
Sedan
$13,226
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.0
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Nissan Versa subcompact sedan is one of the most affordable new cars on the market and one of the better choices in its class.
Hatchback
$13,471
Starting Price
3.1
Expert
4.3
Consumer
39 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Mitsubishi Mirage comes in small hatchback and sedan styles, and is one of the cheapest new cars available.
Sedan
$13,829
Starting Price
3.1
Expert
4.0
Consumer
37 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Mitsubishi Mirage comes in small hatchback and sedan styles, and is one of the cheapest new cars available.
Sedan
$14,654
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.1
Consumer
36 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Drivers looking for a simple, affordable, and efficient commuter will appreciate the humble 2022 Hyundai Accent subcompact sedan.
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Sedan
$13,370
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.7
Consumer
36 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
It has a modest list of standard features, but the 2022 Kia Rio is a humble, affordable, and fuel-efficient car with a great warranty.
Sedan
$12,569
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.0
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Nissan Versa subcompact sedan is one of the most affordable new cars, as well as one of the better choices in the class.
SUV
$11,623
Starting Price
3.7
Expert
2.5
Consumer
380 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2022 Hyundai Nexo is the only hydrogen-powered SUV/crossover. It makes its own electricity. But it’s available solely in California.
Hatchback
$13,483
Starting Price
3.5
Expert
4.2
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Chevrolet Spark subcompact hatchback is one of the most affordable new cars. Yet it has Apple CarPlay/Android Auto as standard.
Sedan
$11,810
Starting Price
3.1
Expert
4.0
Consumer
35 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage is one of the cheapest new cars. It also has great fuel economy and long warranties. But that’s about it.
Hatchback
$12,374
Starting Price
3.1
Expert
4.3
Consumer
39 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage is one of the cheapest new cars. It also has great fuel economy and long warranties. But that’s about it.
SUV
$14,312
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.2
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new Kia Seltos looks to set a new standard among subcompact SUVs with its practicality, performance, tech and adventurous attitude.
Sedan
$14,379
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.1
Consumer
37 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The new Hyundai Elantra has come a long way since the 1990s, and now it’s a bonafide competitor for the Corollas and Civics of this world.
Wagon
$13,544
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.5
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Kia Soul proves that inexpensive cars can be highly stylish and hugely enjoyable, as well as completely practical and sensible.
Sedan
$14,262
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.1
Consumer
36 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Hyundai Accent is a well-priced subcompact sedan that’s also well thought out, relatively roomy and frugal with fuel.
SUV
$14,504
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.4
Consumer
31 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Hyundai Venue is a fresh, affordable subcompact SUV with features and charisma that belie its diminutive size.
Sedan
$11,800
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.7
Consumer
36 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Kia Rio subcompact sedan and hatchback are economical yet classy, and come with an unbeatable powertrain warranty.
Sedan
$11,605
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.0
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Nissan Versa subcompact provides more than just a low price. It offers features more often found in larger, more expensive sedans.
Sedan
$13,383
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.0
Consumer
35 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Kia Forte compact sedan comes with plenty of standard safety tech and convenience features, yet still with reasonable pricing.
SUV
$14,781
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
3.8
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The stylish, well-equipped, and well-priced 2021 Hyundai Kona subcompact crossover SUV gains a sporty Night Edition and top safety scores.
Sedan
$14,478
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.0
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Nissan Sentra, now in the second year of a new generation, holds its own in a compact sedan class full of great contenders.
SUV
$12,851
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.0
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Nissan Kicks subcompact SUV delivers style, comfort and economy, plus some amazing safety features.
SUV
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$13,978
Starting Price
3.9
Expert
4.0
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Now in the second year of its current generation, the 2021 Ford Escape is a practical SUV with good technology and multiple powertrains.
Sedan
$14,464
Starting Price
3.9
Expert
4.1
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Volkswagen Jetta sedan is basically unchanged for 2021. Redesigned for 2019, the Jetta’s tech and safety features remain fresh.
SUV
$11,086
Starting Price
3.7
Expert
2.5
Consumer
380 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2021 Hyundai Nexo is the world’s only SUV/crossover powered by hydrogen. But it’s exclusive to Californians.
Hatchback
$12,500
Starting Price
3.7
Expert
4.1
Consumer
226 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2021 Nissan Leaf is an all-electric small hatchback with a rare quality: Pedigree. And it’s one of the most affordable electric cars.
Hatchback
$11,388
Starting Price
3.5
Expert
4.2
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Chevrolet Spark is the cheapest new car available. This tiny hatch has some merits, but rivals like the Nissan Versa offer more.
SUV
$10,614
Starting Price
3.3
Expert
3.9
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
In today’s hypercompetitive world of subcompact crossover SUVs, the 2021 Ford EcoSport comes up a bit short in fuel efficiency and safety.
SUV
$13,188
Starting Price
3.2
Expert
3.5
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Chevrolet Trax SUV is small, simple and easy to drive, but lacks the safety features and freshness of rivals like the Kia Seltos.
Hatchback
$10,958
Starting Price
3.1
Expert
4.3
Consumer
39 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The affordable 2021 Mitsubishi Mirage and 2021 Mirage G4 subcompact cars are restyled and stocked with more standard features this year.
SUV
$14,666
Starting Price
3.1
Expert
4.0
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Buick Encore subcompact crossover is comfortable and affordable. But the new Encore GX is better equipped for about the same money.
SUV
$14,766
Starting Price
3.0
Expert
3.0
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is the oldest subcompact SUV/crossover, but compensates with keen prices and a great warranty.
Hatchback
$13,825
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.6
Consumer
259 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2020 Chevrolet Bolt touts a 259-mile range, but is pricier and has fewer standard safety features than rivals like the Hyundai Kona EV.
Wagon
$11,716
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.5
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
For buyers seeking sensible transportation infused with a healthy dollop of fun, the 2020 Kia Soul hits the mark.
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