The base 2023 Hyundai Elantra SE could be all the car you need. With riveting styling, a host of standard features, and engaging ride quality, it boasts premium value.

Kia is not the butt of any joke anymore. Therefore, a used Kia Forte is likely a car that will prove its reliability by going beyond 200,000 miles.

The 2023 Kia Forte is this year's most reliable compact sedan. But it's not just an eco-friendly hyper-miler; there's a fast version, too.

It's hard to do better than the fun-to-drive, well-built, fuel-efficient, and affordable 2023 Honda Civic Sedan. But see where it may fall below stardom.

The Mitsubishi Mirage is an excellent bargain pick for potential buyers. But see which trim level is the best before heading to the dealership.

The base 2023 Nissan Sentra S is the cheapest compact sedan on sale this year after the company decided not to hike its price.

The Subaru Impreza has been around for over 30 years. For those wanting to buy a used one, look to see if it's one of the models to avoid.

The 2023 Hyundai Elantra is quite similar to the 20203 Kia Forte. But they do have areas of difference that may sway you one way or the other.

The 2023 Mazda3 is a surprisingly luxury pick sitting in the typically drab compact segment.

Will Toyota's diet Prius fit the bill for long-term reliability? Although not much time has passed since 2022, experts have high hopes.

Do you get much more on the range-topping 2023 Toyota Corolla XSE than the base LE?

The way the 2023 Toyota Corolla looks is just the beginning of everything there is to like about the compact.

The 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage may be cheap, but it's myriad of problems means it isn't very cheerful.

Subcompacts aren't always the sportiest, but it's hard to pass up a used car for under $5,000. Here are three of our favorites.

Kia offers four excellent trim levels in its 2023 Forte. Is the range-topping GT the best, or the mid-range LXS?

Although a government recall was issued, potential buyers must be aware of potential airbag failure on the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage.

The Mazda3 has been around for over a decade and a half. Here are three common issues with Mazda's compact.

Has anyone thought about the 2016 Dodge Dart lately? Five people bought one brand new in 2022.

The 2023 Kia Forte can be had in a cheap and cheerful base trim or one making it a hot hatchback.

With innovative space-saving techniques, the Scion iQ was built as a pragmatic, compact city car.