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Jan 27, 2011
The 2012 Fiat 500 is small even among the subcompact class.
Ford's Fiesta has some of the same size issues, but it also has rear doors, which makes entry and exit much easier than in the 500--and it's attractive in its own modern way.
The Honda Fit is the MPV of the class, with enough spread-out room to convince you it's a small minivan and the handling to do the same.
The Toyota Yaris won't excite any drivers, but it's packaged well and has been reliable over time.
 2012 FIAT 500Get FREE Price Quote |  2011 Ford FiestaBrowse Used Listings |  2011 Honda FitBrowse Used Listings |  2011 Toyota YarisBrowse Used Listings |
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The 2012 Fiat 500 pays big dividends for going small--in expressive styling and even in driving verve. | If you're set on stylish and small, the 2011 Ford Fiesta might be your only choice, though you might miss the solid, roomy feel of a Fit. | The 2011 Honda Fit is like a mini-minivan in some respects, with an incredibly space-efficient design; yet it's peppy, frugal, and fun to drive. | The 2011 Toyota Yaris is a great city car for cost-conscious commuters, though those who expect a top-notch list of connectivity features will be disappointed. |
| MSRP From | |||
| $15,500 | $13,200 | $15,100 | $13,155 |
| Gas Mileage | |||
| 27 MPG City / 38 MPG Hwy | 28 MPG City / 37 MPG Hwy | 27 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy | 29 MPG City / 36 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||
| Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 |
| EPA Class | |||
| Minicompact Car | Subcompact | Small Station Wagon | Subcompact |
| Style Name | |||
| 2-Door HB Pop | 4-Door Sedan S | 5-Door HB Man | 3-Door Liftback Man (Natl) |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||
| 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||
| 2 | 4 | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||
| Hatchback | 4-Door Sedan | 5 Door Hatchback | 3 Door Hatchback |
| Transmission | |||
| Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
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