2016 Chevy Sonic Makes KBB Best Used Subcompact Cars List
Kelley Blue Book has created a list of the 10 Best Used Subcompact Cars Under $10,000, recognizing small, affordable cars that are fuel-efficient and share many features with larger vehicles. The 2016 Chevrolet Sonic took the third spot on the list. Buying Your Next Used Vehicle: Reasons to choose a Chevy Why is the Sonic […]
Nissan Sentra Makes List of Compact Cars with Best Mileage
If saving money on fuel is one of your goals for 2021, you should consider the 2021 Nissan Sentra. Kelley Blue Book just named the sedan to its list of the 2021 Compact Cars with The Best Gas Mileage. Car Maintenance: Dangers of delayed oil changes The 2021 Sentra comes with one powertrain option for […]
FCA Eliminates Compact Car Production in Italy as It Prepares to Produce More Luxury SUVs
In a departure from Italy's roots of assembling affordable cars, FCA will limit its Italian production operations to luxury SUV models
It has become quite commonplace to witness automakers cut compact economy cars from their lineup in favor of large SUVs and crossovers during the past few years. The Dodge Dart and Chrysler 200 recently experienced a similar fate, and Ford is reportedly planning to follow in FCA’s footsteps. Earlier today, FCA announced the cancellation of […]
U.S. News & World Report Names Kia Soul Best Compact Car for the Money
The Kia Soul has earned the distinction of “Best Compact Car for the Money” from U.S. News & World Report. The publication deemed the Kia Soul’s “class-leading initial quality” as one reason for it besting the competition. “The U.S. News & World Report rankings compare cars on the basis of safety, reliability and a consensus […]
IIHS Study Finds Vehicular Fatalities On the Rise; Subcompact Cars Have the Highest Rates of Fatal Crashes
With more motorists driving more miles and choosing larger vehicles, smaller subcompact cars are now at a higher risk of being involved in deadly accidents
Memorial Day is often regarded as one of the most dangerous holidays to travel during. As such, the latest survey from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) couldn’t have been published at a more appropriate time. Unfortunately, the IIHS study doesn’t bear good news. It reports that driver death rates are on the rise once […]
A Debut with Emphasis: Hyundai’s Redesigned Accent Is the Subcompact Car You’ve Been Waiting For
For years, Hyundai has offered an affordable, fuel-efficient, and dependable subcompact car that surprisingly hasn’t been as popular as it deserves to be. Often overlooked by consumers in favor of competing American or Japanese subcompacts, the Hyundai Accent hasn’t been a household name in the USA–but in Canada, it’s domninated its segment for years with […]
Infographic: Which Compact Car Is Right for You?
In today’s world, compact cars offer many benefits. For starters, most compacts are generally more affordable than mid-size models, while also offering greater fuel efficiency due to their lower curb weights. In addition, because these vehicles cost less for companies to produce, that means in many cases the manufacturer can equip these vehicles with extra […]
Ford Reveals Figo Aspire Compact Car
Ford is adding the new Figo Aspire to its lineup in India and other global markets, introducing a capable and handsome compact car that doesn’t want for safety and technology. “With the new Figo Aspire, we are challenging consumers to expect more from their car,” said Mark Fields, president and CEO, Ford Motor Company. “The […]
Next Cadillac Compact Car Will Likely Be Rear-Wheel Drive
Cadillac is looking to take advantage of the current demand for compact luxury cars. Right now, instead of spending $33,990 on a Cadillac ATS sedan, shoppers in the market for a small car with a big name are opting for the Mercedes-Benz CLA-class and the Audi A3, which both start below $31,000. This compact class […]
2014 Mazda3 Wins Best Compact Car Category in MotorWeek Awards
Say what you will about his performance in the Super Bowl, but Peyton Manning had a helluva year for the Denver Broncos this season. Despite utterly dominating on the field, he was one bitter Bostonian away from being the unanimous MVP. After dominating the NBA on the way to his second-straight title, LeBron James suffered […]
KBB Names Veloster Turbo Best Sporty Compact Car in Cost to Own Awards
Just a bit before revealing the Veloster RE:FLEX special edition at the 2014 Chicago Auto Show, the Veloster Turbo was the recipient of one of Kelley Blue Book’s prestigious 5-Year Cost to Own Awards. The Veloster Turbo trumped the MazdaSpeed3 and Honda Civic Si to take home the title of Best Sporty Compact Car, thanks […]
2014 Ford Fiesta ST Named MotorWeek Best Subcompact Car
This past week, MotorWeek handed out its annual Drivers’ Choice awards for 2014. The Ford Fiesta ST, which was just named to the Hagerty Hot List and dubbed Autobytel’s 2014 Compact Car of the Year last month, took home the MotorWeek Best Subcompact Car award. Given its propensity for sport-minded performance and its popularity with […]
Yahoo! Autos Names 2014 Mazda3 Best Compact Car
It always feels good when you’re the best—something that Mazda understands well after the Yahoo! Autos declared the all-new 2014 Mazda3 Best Compact Car in the 2014 model year. With Mazda’s well-known SKYACTIV technologies and a fluid design that turns heads, the Mazda3 has the innovative technology and modern styling that buyers are looking for. […]
US News Names Nissan Rogue to Its List of 12 Compact SUVs with the Most Cargo Room
The Rogue has been a popular choice in the Nissan lineup for its innovative tech, advanced safety features, and fun-to-drive performance. Recent praise comes from the editors at U.S. News & World Report who just named the well-equipped SUV to its list of the 12 Compact SUVs with the Most Cargo Room. Check Out: The […]
Chevy Equinox Earns Spot on US News’ List of 12 Compact SUVs with the Most Cargo Room
If you’re hesitant to commit to a full-size SUV, but really want ample cargo space an SUV supplies, you need to consider a compact SUV. Despite its smaller stature, a compact SUV like the Chevy Equinox delivers a good amount of cargo space for your gear, groceries or your kids’ school stuff. Just as the […]
Chevrolet Bolt Named Top Compact Green Car of 2018 by Consumer Reports
The Chevrolet Bolt won a highly coveted spot in Consumer Reports’ Top 10 Picks of 2018 this week. As part of the list, the Bolt was named Top Compact Green Car. The Bolt is helping to push GM into the electric car segment, earning impressive sales numbers last year. Acknowledging the Bolt’s unique presence in […]
Nissan’s Super-Compact EV Drives Car Sharing Service in City of Yokohama
“Choimobi Yokohama,” a round-trip car-sharing service, made possible by the Nissan Motor Corporation and the City of Yokohama, makes traveling around Yokohama easier and much more adorable. The Nissan New Mobility Concept car, a pint-sized electric vehicle (EV), is the wheels driving this car-sharing service. According to Nissan, Japanese-licensed drivers need a Japanese-issued credit card as […]
2017 Kia Sportage Named Best New Compact SUV by Cars.com
Cars.com recently announced its list of 2017 award winners for multiple segments, including Best Pickup Truck, Eco-Friendly Car of the Year, Family Car of the Year, Luxury Car of the Year, and Play Car of the Year. The winner of the Best Compact SUV of 2017 was the 2017 Kia Sportage. The Sportage beat out […]