The number of subcompact crossovers is expanding.
When the Honda HR-V hits the streets this year, it'll be met head-on by the Chevy Trax, a less expensive version of the Buick Encore already on sale in the U.S.
Two other brand-new entries are coming as well: there's the daringly styled Mazda CX-3, derived from the new Mazda 2 hatchback, and the Fiat 500X, a smoothly rounded, Audi-like crossover that shares its running gear with the Jeep Renegade.
The Renegade itself can be put in this group too, though it's undoubtedly going to appeal to a more off-road-oriented shopper.
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The 2016 Honda HR-V smartly trades a little of the Fit's fuel economy for exuberant styling, more headroom, and optional all-wheel drive. |
With its useful hatchback shape and thrifty fuel economy, the 2016 Chevrolet Trax is a smart package for city dwellers who value practicality over power or style. |
The 2016 Jeep Renegade has something to please both off-roaders and commuters, but its performance can seem dull compared to its engaging styling. |
The 2016 Mazda CX-3 is stylish, well-equipped, and one of the most fun-to-drive vehicles in its segment. |
The smartly styled 2016 Fiat 500X is no off-roader, but it might be the most useful vehicle from the brand yet. |
| MSRP From | ||||
| $19,215 | $20,300 | $17,995 | $19,960 | $20,000 |
| Gas Mileage | ||||
| 25 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy | 24 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 27 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | ||||
| Regular Unleaded I-4 | Turbocharged Gas 4-Cyl | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
| EPA Class | ||||
| Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Special Purpose | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Compact Cars | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD |
| Style Name | ||||
| 2WD 4-Door Manual LX | FWD 4-Door LS w/1LS | FWD 4-Door Sport | FWD 4-Door Sport | FWD 4-Door Pop |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | ||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | ||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | ||||
| Sport Utility | Sport Utility Vehicle | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
| Transmission | ||||
| Manual w/OD | Automatic | Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Manual w/OD |
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| 2016 Honda HR-V vs. 2016 Chevrolet Trax | 2016 Honda HR-V vs. 2016 Jeep Renegade | 2016 Honda HR-V vs. 2016 Mazda CX-3 | 2016 Honda HR-V vs. 2016 FIAT 500X | |
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