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Suzuki SX4
#36 in Affordable Small Cars
The 2013 Suzuki SX4’s available all-wheel drive is appealing, but other affordable small cars have better fuel economy ratings and more standard features. Read full review »
| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.1 |
| Critics' Rating: | 7.4 |
| Performance: | 7.3 |
| Interior: | 7.3 |
| Safety: | 7.5 |
| Reliability: | NA |
Toyota Matrix
#32 in Affordable Small Cars
While the 2013 Toyota Matrix’s available all-wheel is rare in this class, test drivers don’t think it compensates for the Matrix’s mediocre performance and cheap interior. Read full review »
| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.3 |
| Critics' Rating: | 6.9 |
| Performance: | 6.8 |
| Interior: | 6.9 |
| Safety: | 9.1 |
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Toyota Prius c
#7 in Affordable Small Cars
The 2013 Toyota Prius c has impressive gas mileage and easy-to-use tech and climate features, but test drivers complain about its underpowered engine. Read full review »
| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | 8.3 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.6 |
| Performance: | 6.6 |
| Interior: | 7.2 |
| Safety: | 9.8 |
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Volkswagen Beetle
#18 in Affordable Small Cars
Test drivers like the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle’s diverse engine lineup. They also praise the Beetle’s cabin, which is pretty spacious for a hatchback that puts fashion before ... Read full review »
| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.9 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.4 |
| Performance: | 8.0 |
| Interior: | 6.5 |
| Safety: | 9.4 |
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Volkswagen Golf
#5 in Affordable Small Cars
The 2013 Volkswagen Golf has a high-quality interior, spacious cabin and fuel-efficient diesel engine, but the Golf is also one of the most expensive cars in its ... Read full review »
| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | 8.4 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.9 |
| Performance: | 8.3 |
| Interior: | 8.8 |
| Safety: | 9.8 |
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Volkswagen GTI
#1 in Upscale Small Cars
According to test drivers, the 2013 Volkswagen GTI’s strong engine and sharp handling make it fun to drive, but they also say its spacious seats and good ... Read full review »
| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | 8.6 |
| Critics' Rating: | 9.4 |
| Performance: | 8.5 |
| Interior: | 9.3 |
| Safety: | 9.8 |
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Volkswagen Jetta
#27 in Affordable Small Cars
The 2013 Volkswagen Jetta has one of the most spacious cabins and largest trunks in the class, but lower trims are panned for their cheap interior materials ... Read full review »
| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.6 |
| Critics' Rating: | 7.8 |
| Performance: | 7.6 |
| Interior: | 8.7 |
| Safety: | 9.4 |
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Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid
#24 in Affordable Small Cars
The 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid impresses reviewers with its powerful, turbocharged engine and ample cabin space, but it doesn’t offer much cargo room. Read full review »
| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.7 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.0 |
| Performance: | 8.3 |
| Interior: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | 9.4 |
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- MSRP: $25,500 - $32,850
- MPG: 21 City / 29 Hwy
Volvo C30
#8 in Upscale Small Cars
Test drivers agree that the 2013 Volvo C30 is a classy hatchback, but they also agree that it lacks the sporty performance of its main rivals and ... Read full review »
| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Critics' Rating: | 7.6 |
| Performance: | 7.7 |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 9.9 |
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