If you want a small car that’s well-equipped, relatively spacious and styled like a chunky SUV then the Renault Captur is in with a shout
Pros Cheap running costs Spacious for a small car Funky looks
Cons Noisy diesel engines Not much fun to drive No four-wheel-drive option
The updated Renault Captur is still a looker, and is cheaper to own and run than you might imagine. The flagship Zen is an interesting Hyundai Kona/Toyota C-HR/Mazda CX-3 rival.
Pros Looks great, brimming with character Agile urban dynamics None of your friends own one Cheaper to own/run than you'd think...
Cons No airbags for rear passengers Unsettled over sharp bumps EDC transmission less suitable than a torque-converter-style unit
Pros Spacious Well-equipped Good value
Cons Interior quality Gearbox Limited engine choice
The 2019 Hyundai Veloster ranked #6 in Compact Cars. Currently the Hyundai Veloster has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 13 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Nimble handling Supportive seats User-friendly cabin tech Above-average cargo capacity
Cons Below-average fuel economy Some cheap cabin materials
New exterior and interior design.New 2.0-liter inline-four base engine.Revised suspension for better handling.Part of the second Veloster generation introduced for 2019.
Pros Unique and functional three-door body style Enjoyable power from the Veloster's turbocharged engine Sporty handling around turns
Cons Base engine is down on power Less trims and option packages mean fewer choices No power seat adjustments
The Veloster N is the first American ambassador for Hyundai’s performance sub-brand and already the company’s best-driving model ever. Its whimsical three-door design is derived from the base Veloster, but its animated turbo four-cylinder and terrific chassis tuning are N exclusives. While orders will have to wait until November, our first driving impressions— assured body control, faithful steering, and steadfast brakes—revealed the Veloster N’s legitimate hot-hatch greatness were impressive.
Pros Animated engine, faithful steering, remarkable resistance to understeer.
Cons Muffled engine note.
