If you need something even smaller for city parking, two models rose to the top:

In higher trims, the Elantra felt like a mini luxury car, featuring dual-zone climate control and heated seats that were rare in the segment at the time. 3. The Practical Pick: 2017 Kia Soul

The 2017 automotive year was a turning point for small cars. No longer just "economy" boxes, the top contenders that year offered high-tech safety features, smartphone integration, and refined interiors that rivaled much larger vehicles.