The KBB Best Compact Cars list can help you find a compact car that meets all your needs. Each year, our KBB.com editors examine each vehicle and select the cars on this list based on best value for money, best security options, best features, best fuel economy and more. Prices range from $20,815 to $44,795.
1. 2023 Honda Civic
Starting price: $26,145
Expert rating: 4.7 / 5
Combined fuel economy: 33 MPG
the Honda HMC,
The Civic is our top compact car buy for 2023. It’s feature rich, comfortable, looks good, drives well and is backed by a proven track record of resale value and reliability.
2. 2023 Hyundai Elantra
The Hyundai Elantra 2023
Hyundai
Starting price: $22,065
Expert rating: 4.6 / 5
Combined fuel economy: 37 MPG
The 2023 Hyundai Elantra is proof that the compact sedan class is alive and evolving. Yet it still delivers what most buyers want.
3. 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid
Starting price: $25,665
Expert rating: 4.6 / 5
Combined fuel economy: 54 MPG
The Hyundai Elantra Hybrid 2023 compact sedan is spacious, well-equipped for the money, safe and extremely economical.
4.Toyota Corolla 2023
The Toyota Corolla 2023
Toyota
Starting price: $22,645
Expert rating: 4.4 / 5
Combined fuel economy: 35 MPG
The ToyotaTM 2023,
The Corolla is a safe and reliable compact car with a revised look and updated safety and infotainment technology features.
5. 2023 Toyota Corolla Hybrid
Starting price: $23,895
Expert rating: 4.4 / 5
Combined fuel consumption: 50 MPG
The Toyota Corolla Hybrid gets a nice update for 2023 with updated technical features, a revised hybrid powertrain and available all-wheel drive.
6. 2023 Kia Forte
The Kia Forte 2023
kia
Starting price: $20,815
Expert rating: 4.2 / 5
Combined fuel economy: 34 MPG
The spacious 2023 Kia 000270,
The compact sedan Forte can be inexpensive to buy and operate while providing a little driveway appeal with its design.
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7. 2023 Subaru WRX
The Subaru WRX 2023
Subaru
Starting price: $31,625
Expert rating: 4.2 / 5
Combined fuel economy: 22 MPG
Subaru FUJHY 2023,
The WRX was developed for the race track, but it is just as suitable as an everyday vehicle. Its standard four-wheel drive, together with a powerful turbo engine, ensures rapid acceleration and crisp cornering.
8. 2023 Nissan Sentra
The Nissan Sentra
Nissan
Starting price: $21,145
Expert rating: 4.1 / 5
Combined fuel economy: 33 MPG
The Nissan NSANY 2023,
Sentra is a stylish, fuel-efficient and affordable compact sedan with modern technology at an affordable price.
9. Honda Insight 2022
The Honda Insight
Honda
Starting price: $26,855
Expert rating: 4.1 / 5
Combined fuel economy: 52 MPG
The Honda Insight offers excellent hybrid efficiency, a quiet and comfortable interior and modern technical features – all at an affordable price.
10. 2023 Mazda Mazda3
The Mazda3 2023
Mazda
Starting price: $23,715
Expert rating: 4 / 5
Combined fuel economy: 31 MPG
The Mazda3 MZDAY 2023,
Compact cars offer a choice of body styles, engines and all-wheel drive. It’s one of the most entertaining cars in its class.
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11. 2023 Volkswagen Jetta
The VW Jetta 2023
Volkswagen
Starting price: $21,750
Expert rating: 3.9 / 5
Combined fuel economy: 34 MPG
The Volkswagen VWAGY 2023,
The Jetta is a compact sedan that offers European driving dynamics and above-average mileage at an affordable price.
12. 2023 Subaru Impreza
The Subaru Impreza 2023
Subaru
Starting price: $20,815
Expert rating: 3.8 / 5
Combined fuel economy: 26 MPG
The 2023 Subaru Impreza is a compact car available as a sedan or hatchback and comes standard with all-wheel drive.
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13. 2023 BMW 3 Series
The BMW 3 Series 2023
bmw
Starting price: $44,795
Expert rating: 3.8 / 5
Combined Fuel Consumption: N/A
The BMW BMW 2023,
A pinnacle of luxury compact sedans, the 3 Series combines technology, driving talent, attention to detail and prestige.
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This story originally appeared on KBB.com.
