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.
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The 2012 Fiat 500 pays big dividends for going small--in expressive styling and even in driving verve. |
You could do better if you most value space and comfort, but the 2012 Ford Fiesta packs in a lot of style and substance. |
The 2012 Honda Fit is peppy and fun to drive, and its interior is incredibly space-efficient; but some might be turned off by its rather utilitarian look. |
The 2012 Toyota Yaris is fuel-efficient in the city without hybrid hardware, and it has an nicely appointed interior that feels cheerful but not cheapskate; but its weak performance and highway refinement aren't up to current class standards. |
| MSRP From | |||
| $15,500 | $13,200 | $15,325 | $14,115 |
| Gas Mileage | |||
| 27 MPG City / 38 MPG Hwy | 28 MPG City / 38 MPG Hwy | 27 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy | 30 MPG City / 38 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 Manual | 3-Door Liftback Manual L (GS) |
| 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 | Sedan | 5 Door Hatchback | 3 Door Hatchback |
| Transmission | |||
| Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
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| 2012 FIAT 500 vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta | 2012 FIAT 500 vs. 2012 Honda Fit | 2012 FIAT 500 vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
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