(TestMiles) – Nissan’s best-selling compact has matured. The 2026 Sentra earned the top ranking in the J.D. Power 2025 Initial Quality Study, making it the highest-rated compact car in America. That’s ...

The Mazda3 is one of the oldest designs in the compact-car segment, but it’s still one of the most engaging and fun to drive ...

Mazda has long lived in that sweet spot between value and a touch of something just past economy, but the 2026 Mazda3 makes the balancing act a little trickier. Starting at $24,550 and stretching all ...

I couldn’t wait to toss it around every single day, and I was blown away by its combination of practicality, style, and driving excitement. My test vehicle was a 2026 Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid ...

The compact car segment is incredibly popular. You can get a brand-new compact car for under $30,000 in 2025. One compact car provides the most value in terms of performance, efficiency and standard ...

Yet that’s not representative of the K4 lineup as a whole, as most trims feature the naturally aspirated engine. And that's why we’re testing this non-turbo K4 GT-Line. While it’s not the top model in ...

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