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- Kia Soul. Few extra-small sports utility vehicles offer a bigger bang for the money than the diminutive Kia Soul – alongside its corporate cousin, the Hyundai Venue (the third entry on this list).
- Hyundai Venue. Like how the extra-small Kia Soul is big on value, the similar-size Venue from the corporate-related Hyundai brand is a solid alternative with similar qualities and an unbeatable price.
- Volkswagen Taos. Since the German marque introduced its smallest crossover in 2022, the Taos has offered subcompact SUV buyers an incredible all-rounded option that drives as well as meets their practical needs.
- BMW X1. While arch-rival Mercedes-Benz also has comparable models that are easy to drive and suitable for elderly drivers, the smallish BMW X1, with its favorable senior-friendly pluses, is a solid extra-small SUV for retirees in the premium space.
Edmunds expert reviewers rank the best subcompact cars of 2024 and 2025 on a 10-point scale that includes performance, comfort, interior, technology, and value.
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- New Cars
- 2024 Toyota Camry
- 2024 Honda Accord
- 2024 Honda CR-V
- 2024 Kia Telluride
- 2024 Toyota Sienna
- 2024 Toyota Crown
- 2024 Subaru Ascent
- 2024 Honda HR-V
- 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5
Here are our new car picks, based on the best combination of features, fuel economy, safety, and reliability for the money. We provide the trim and its price for each pick that we think is the best buy for seniors. However, we’ve also included the base prices for the entry-level trim level so you can get an idea of whether or not each vehicle will ...
Combined Fuel Economy: 32 mpg
The rankings between #1 and #2 on this list are razor-thin. However, you won’t get an argument from us if you want to crown theToyota Camry as one of the best midsize cars ever. It’s roomy, quiet, and easy to live with. We score it high for reliability and holding its value. The Camry offers a 4-cylinder or a V6 engine, as well as a hybridthat nets up to 52 combined mpg. All-wheel drive (AWD) is available on 4-cylinder models. Ten airbags are standard on all grades. The base LE trim level pro...
Combined Fuel Economy: 32 mpg
The Honda Accord continues to be one of the best midsize sedans money can buy. It is known for its refinement, safety features, interior space, comfort, and reliability. It boasts cutting-edge tech, including the ability to set temperature with voice commands, so you don’t have to take your eyes off the road. The Accord has a long history of excellent reliability and resale value. We like it so much that we named it our Midsize Car Best Buy for 2024. The two most affordable models, the EX and...
Combined Fuel Economy: 30 mpg
Under the hood, a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine mated to an automatic transmission powers the front wheels. All-wheel drive (AWD) is optional. With carlike driving dynamics and comfort, the Honda CR-V offers loads of space, a quiet environment, and fuel economy that’s about average for this class. Those searching for even better mileage will like that Honda also offers the CR-V with a hybrid powertrain. The IIHS named the CR-V a Top Safety Pick, and Kelley Blue Book chose it as our Compact S...
Combined Fuel Economy: 22 mpg
The largest SUV in Kia’s arsenal, the Telluride resides in the 3-row midsize segment. It’s a kissing cousin to the Hyundai Palisade. Kelley Blue Book named it the 3-Row Midsize SUV Best Buy for 2024. An impressive value, the Kia Tellurideprovides plenty of passenger and cargo room and an amazing amount of standard content. Every grade uses a V6 engine mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is available. In entry-level LX form, the Telluride comes with auto on-off headligh...
Combined Fuel Economy: 36 mpg
This marks the Sienna’s fourth year as a hybrid-only model. We give the Toyota Sienna high marks for comfort, space, versatility, impressive fuel economy, and, of course, Toyota’s reliability. In fact, we named it the Minivan Best Buyfor 2024. It’s ideal for cross-country touring, capable of seating seven or eight, plus hauling loads of luggage. It has 10 airbags. The Sienna’s hybrid propulsion system uses an automatic transmission to funnel output to the front or all wheels. The entry-level...
Combined Fuel Economy: 41 mpg
When the Crownrolled onto the scene in 2023, it replanted Toyota’s flag in the large-car segment. Forward motion comes from one of two hybrid systems. Our recommendation for seniors is to stick with the base XLE grade, which uses the 236-horsepower hybrid system. The top-end Platinum trim uses a 340-horsepower system. Checking our boxes for senior content, the XLE includes LED headlights with auto on-off, LED taillights, high-beam assist, and heated outboard mirrors with integrated turn signa...
Combined Fuel Economy: 22 mpg
One of the things we really like about the Subaru Ascent is that despite providing all-wheel drive as standard, its fuel economy is average within a segment mostly populated with front-wheel-drive models. Moreover, the Ascent base model includes many of our recommended senior features. Among them are adaptive cruise control, a large 11.6-inch touchscreen, tri-zone automatic climate control, high-beam assist, and even steering-responsive headlights that turn in the same direction as the front...
Combined Fuel Economy: 28 mpg
The Honda HR-Vgets its go from a 158-horsepower 4-cylinder engine through an automatic transmission to the front wheels. For whatever reason, the government classifies the HR-V as a small station wagon. It isn’t. It is a crossover, providing ample passenger space. Although the base LX is generally well-equipped, we’d pony up the extra $4,000 for the top-of-the-line EX-L to score more of our recommended features for seniors. The LX comes with Honda Sensing, which includes lane-keeping assist,...
Combined Fuel Economy: 114 MPGe
One of the better things about the Hyundai Ioniq 5 for seniors is that most of the features we recommend are included in the base SE Standard trim. Yes, you can pick up a couple of items like a hands-free power rear liftgate by moving up to the SEL; however, there’s little reason to spend more. In its base guise, the Ioniq 5 electric motor delivers 168 horsepower and a maximum estimated range of 220 miles. To gain another 57 horsepower and 83 miles of range will set you back another $4,050 fo...
Cars. Best Subcompact SUVs for 2024 and 2025. Our rankings highlight the best subcompact SUVs available. The popularity of subcompact SUVs has taken off in recent years, largely due to lower...
Best Subcompact SUVs at a glance. 1. 2025 Chevrolet Trax. 2024 Mazda CX-30. 3. 2024 Buick Envista. 4. 2024 Volkswagen Taos. 5. 2024 Kia Niro Hybrid. 6. 2024 Subaru Crosstrek. 7. 2024 Hyundai...
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