Best Compact Cars of September 2009

The Hyundai i30 gets pushed out (for some reason - although further investigation suggests it is because its ANCAP rating isn't as great as expected for the base model...) - the Suzuki SX4 gets in the fray once again thanks to Suzuki's cut-throat pricing.

#1 Holden Cruze

Base Model Estimated Price: $24,060

Pros:

• Full size spare


• Safe


• ESC standard

Cons:

• None

#2 Mitsubishi Lancer

Base Model Estimated Price: $20,990

Pros:

• Made in Japan


• Great warranty


• ESC standard

Cons:

• Space-saver spare

#3 Suzuki SX4

Base Model Estimated Price: $19,990

Pros:

• Made in Japan

Cons:

• No full size spare