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Acura ILX

#10 in Upscale Small Cars

The 2013 Acura ILX is loaded with standard features and offers several engine choices. Still, reviewers think the all-new compact sedan blends into the crowd because competitors have ... Read full review »

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Overall:7.4
Performance:7.2
Interior:7.1
Safety:9.4
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Acura ILX Hybrid

#11 in Upscale Small Cars

The 2013 Acura ILX Hybrid has a long list of standard features and gets good gas mileage for the class, but test drivers are disappointed with its meager ... Read full review »

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Overall:7.2
Performance:6.0
Interior:6.8
Safety:9.4
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Audi A3

#2 in Upscale Small Cars

Though the 2013 Audi A3 has cramped rear seats, test drivers still think its ample cargo space and fuel-efficient diesel engine make it one of the more ... Read full review »

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Overall:8.2
Performance:8.6
Interior:7.5
Safety:9.9
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Buick Verano

#4 in Upscale Small Cars

2013 Best Upscale Small Car for the Money, 2013 Best Upscale Small Car for Families

With its optional turbocharged engine for the 2013 model year, reviewers calls the 2013 Buick Verano a powerful ... Read full review »

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Overall:8.1
Performance:7.1
Interior:8.5
Safety:9.8
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Chevrolet Cruze

#5 in Affordable Small Cars

2013 Best Compact Car for Families

While test drivers say the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is far from fast, its smooth ride, impressive crash test scores, ... Read full review »

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Overall:8.4
Performance:8.2
Interior:8.4
Safety:9.8
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Chevrolet Sonic

#9 in Affordable Small Cars

Test drivers think the 2013 Chevy Sonic is a smart choice for shoppers who want a small car with sharp handling, smooth transmissions and a spacious cabin, but ... Read full review »

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Overall:8.1
Performance:7.8
Interior:8.1
Safety:9.8
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Fiat 500

#18 in Affordable Small Cars

Many reviewers think the 2013 Fiat 500 is one of the most attractive cars on the road, but its tight interior and underpowered base engine make competitors more appealing ... Read full review »

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Overall:7.9
Performance:7.7
Interior:6.3
Safety:9.4
Reliability: N/A
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Ford Focus

#4 in Affordable Small Cars

2013 Best Compact Car for the Money

The 2013 Ford Focus ranks near the top of its class for its high fuel economy ratings ... Read full review »

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Overall:8.6
Performance:8.2
Interior:7.0
Safety:9.4
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Honda Civic

#20 in Affordable Small Cars

According to reviewers, the 2013 Honda Civic’s improved interior materials and additional standard features make it class-competitive, but its performance and cabin space are merely adequate. Read full review »

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Overall:7.8
Performance:7.6
Interior:8.0
Safety:9.8
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  • MSRP: $24,200 - $26,900
  • MPG: 44 City / 44 Hwy

Honda Civic Hybrid

#24 in Affordable Small Cars

While test drivers are impressed with the 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid’s improved fuel economy ratings, they are disappointed with its bland interior and predictable exterior. Read full review »

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Overall:7.7
Performance:7.2
Interior:7.7
Safety:9.8
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Honda CR-Z

#9 in Affordable Small Cars

Test drivers think the 2012 Honda CR-Z is the best-performing hybrid car on the market, but warn shoppers that it isn’t the most fuel-efficient or spacious one available. Read full review »

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Overall:8.1
Performance:7.5
Interior:7.4
Safety:9.2
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Honda Insight

#35 in Affordable Small Cars

The 2013 Honda Insight may attract shoppers with good fuel economy and a low price, but test drivers say that the Toyota Prius c offers more standard features and better ... Read full review »

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Overall:7.2
Performance:7.1
Interior:6.9
Safety:9.8
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Hyundai Elantra

#9 in Affordable Small Cars

Reviewers likes the 2013 Hyundai Elantra’s spacious cabin and ample cargo space. The Elantra also outshines its rivals with a list of interior features that wouldn’t be out of ... Read full review »

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Overall:8.1
Performance:7.6
Interior:7.5
Safety:9.4
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Hyundai Veloster

#32 in Affordable Small Cars

Test drivers say that the 2013 Hyundai Veloster offers a high-tech, feature-packed interior. However, they also say that the Veloster's performance doesn’t match its aggressive styling. Read full review »

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Overall:7.4
Performance:6.7
Interior:7.4
Safety:N/A
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Mazda Mazda3

#1 in Affordable Small Cars

While the 2013 Mazda3 ranks highly for its powerful engines and sharp handling, test drivers think it isn’t as practical as its rivals. Read full review »

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Overall:8.7
Performance:8.9
Interior:7.9
Safety:9.4
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Mini Cooper

#14 in Affordable Small Cars

Test drivers like that the 2013 Mini Cooper combines great driving dynamics and good fuel economy, but uncomfortable rear seats, a small trunk and confusing interior features ... Read full review »

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Overall:8.0
Performance:8.8
Interior:6.3
Safety:9.3
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Mini Cooper Clubman

#24 in Affordable Small Cars

Reviewers think the 2013 Mini Cooper Clubman is a top performer thanks to its agile handling and powerful engine options, but they say rival cars have more practical passenger ... Read full review »

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Overall:7.7
Performance:8.3
Interior:6.4
Safety:N/A
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Mitsubishi i

#27 in Affordable Small Cars

The 2012 Mitsubishi i is the least expensive electric car available, but reviewers say this perk comes with its fair share of compromises. Read full review »

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Overall:7.6
Performance:7.4
Interior:7.4
Safety:7.7
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Mitsubishi Lancer

#42 in Affordable Small Cars

While the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer’s higher trims impress with powerful engines and outstanding handling, test drivers are disappointed with the cheap interior materials, low fuel economy ratings ... Read full review »

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Overall:6.9
Performance:7.1
Interior:6.3
Safety:9.2
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  • MSRP: $25,000 - $28,000
  • MPG: N/A

Smart Fortwo Electric Drive

#37 in Affordable Small Cars

According to test drivers, the 2013 Smart Fortwo Electric Drive has good acceleration and a spacious cabin, but it also has very little cargo space and dead ... Read full review »

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Overall:7.1
Performance:6.5
Interior:7.2
Safety:9.3
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