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Kia Reveals 2026 K4 in Hatchback Form
Kia will sell a hatchback version of its K4 compact car in 2026, available with a choice of two engines, the company has announced.
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Electric Vehicle
2026 Kia EV4 Is a Sedan, a Hatchback — a Car?
For the 2026 model year, Kia will bring an all-new electric vehicle (EV) to the United States that is a little hard to explain.
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Americans Are Choosing Smaller Vehicles
An analysis of car sales trends by segment finds that Americans are newly interested in smaller vehicles, and automakers don’t build many.
Compact Car
Crash Tests Suggest Small Car Rear-Seat Safety Lacking
For rear-seat passengers, even the safest small car isn’t as safe as it could be. In a new round of…
Compact Car
2020 Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback AWD Ownership Review
We’re spending 12 months with this Mazda3 Hatchback, reviewing the full ownership experience with ongoing updates. Long-term wrap-up — the…
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Compact Cars
Today’s compact cars might not be quite as roomy, quiet or comfortable as their midsize counterparts, but the fit, finish…
Compact Car
2019 Hyundai Veloster N versus 2019 Honda Civic Type R
The ultimate hot-like-fire small hatchbacks from Honda and Hyundai Each with its own distinct high-performance personality Pricing will…
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2018 Nissan Sentra Buyer’s Guide
Starting Price: $17,875 | Price yours Above Average: Interior space Below Average: Powertrain responsiveness Consensus: Comfortable, affordable sedan lacks edge Behold Its Roomy…
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2017 Chevrolet Bolt: Video Review and Road Test
The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt lays claim to being the first under $30,000 pure electric to offer more than 200 miles…