Top-5 Subcompact SUVs for 2024 // We just don't agree on one...
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- This is a Motormouth couple car video of the top-5 subcompact SUVs for 2024.
The 2024 Honda HR-V
The HR-V has one powertrain option, it’s a 2L 4-cylinder matched to a CVT with 158 horsepower and 138 lb-ft of torque. FWD and AWD options are available.
The 2024 Kia Seltos
The Seltos has two powertrain options, the base engine is 2L 4-cylinder engine with an intelligent variable transmission, 147 horsepower 132 lb-ft of torque. FWD and AWD options are available. There is also a 1.6L turbocharged 4-cylinder with an 8-speed automatic transmission, 195 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. This is an AWD model.
The 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross
The Corolla Cross has two powertrain options, a 2L 4-cylinder engine matched with a CVT, 169 horsepower and 150 lb-ft of torque. FWD and AWD options are available. A Hybrid with a 2L 4-cylinder matched to an eCVT, a combined 194 horsepower, standard AWD.
The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek
The base engine is a 2L 4-cylinder matched to a CVT, 152 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque.
The second option is a more powerful 2.5L 4-cylinder, 182 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque. Standard AWD.
The 2024 Chevrolet Trax
Trax has one powertrain option, a 1.2L turbocharged 3-cylinder with a 6-speed automatic transmission with 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. FWD only.
2024 Mazda CX-30
The base engine is a 2.5L 4-cylinder matched to a 6-speed automatic transmission, 191 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque. There is the more powerful 2.5L turbocharged 4-cylinder with 227 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque on regular fuel. You get a bit of a bump in power if you use premium, 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque
2024 Hyundai Kona
Three powertrain options, a non-turbo and turbo gas model as well as a pure EV. The Kona is all new with updated technology, a nicer interior design, it’s bigger than the outgoing model but it lacks features compared to some of its competitors like the Seltos. We also found this new model not as fun to drive as the outgoing Kona with the dual clutch transmission. Hyundai went with an 8-speed automatic for the new model. One of the biggest complaints of the outgoing model was the lack of space, so Hyundai definitely changed that with the new model. Previous model got a great reliability score of 83/100 from JD Power, we’ll see how this new one does.
2024 Kia Niro
The Niro has three electrified powertrain options, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and a BEV. It’s priced well, it’s spacious, comfortable and gets great fuel economy. Unfortunately, there is no AWD option and the hybrid is under powered. The Niro doesn’t get the best reliability score from JD Power, a 76/100.
2024 Volkswagen Taos
The Taos has a standard turbocharged engine with 158 horsepower. FWD models have an 8-speed automatic transmission and AWD models a 7-speed dual clutch transmission which makes it quite a unique vehicle. It’s spacious, comfortable and has plenty of updated technology.
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I watch you guys too much. I KNEW Andrea was gonna pick a Mazda😂
Lol I didn't even watch the video because of your comment haha
Yep 😂
Yep. Same here. And I appreciate that as well. I think she’s right.
Looking at all of these cars I don’t know how any of them are sub-compact. These are what compact used to be 10 years ago.
@@paulmccoy6431car manufacturers like them bigger and bigger
I want an engaging sub compact SUV to drive. My 2021 Honda HR-V EX FWD with paddles I love in sport mode.
My HR-V is a little too big for what I need. I'll compromise the back seat room which I never use and cargo in back for fun factor.
Also great MPG is crucial. Thanks Andrea! First time I've watched your channel. Best!!!
Andrea for the win! Mazda CX-30 all day everyday!!
Mazda CX30! Leading feature of the Trax is roadside assistance.
😂😂😂
Mazda are so underrated. They drive so well, they have great shape. They are well made.
I would go with cx30. If I am choosing subcompact I am not worry about space. I prefer driving dynamic and have fun with it.
I agree totally we bought a CX 30 sport, base version for 25,000, 2 years ago and we just love the car, there’s only two of us, but we travel all the time there’s plenty of room for what we need, occasionally we have a third passenger or fourth but that’s very seldom and we really just push the seats up a little bit in the front and they’re in just fine for the 3 to 4 mile trip we make with them, it’s no big deal, we at least, for ourselves, are very glad we purchased the CX 30 , it’s fun and great to drive in ,Boy does it move. It’s also appointed inside like a luxury car. Love Mazda!
@@manbtm1 how is the cx-30 on gas? that is the one thing that worries me, is that it is not fuel-efficient enough
@@sakura-rc3ed its not bad, we average about 28 mpg, fair amount of highway driving also..
Southern California Driver here and I LOVE my Niro. If you don't need all-wheel drive, and if you mainly drive suburban streets and freeways it's an amazing vehicle.
Crosstrek all the way for me. Had an Impreza first, then a 2018 Crosstrek and just purchased a 2024 Crosstrek (awaiting arrival).
Same here!!!! Loved my Impreza and now my Crosstrek!!!!!! 😊
We absolutely love our 2024 Chevrolet Trax. Fits our family of 4 (two tall teens, two adults) and is the perfect blend of features for an incredible price. We had a strict budget, were looking to buy cash and not add a monthly payment, but didn't want to completely sacrifice on interior features or style. We test drove a bunch of different crossover vehicles across many makes, in the end Trax checked all the boxes. We were out the door at $25.7K (Washington State, USA)
If you're someone who is in the market and feeling, for whatever reason, priced out by the bigger names in the space when it comes to new, before you pivot toward used, I highly suggest you test drive the new Trax; you could end up with a brand new car that is a legitimate challenger to the big players in the subcompact crossover arena!
Don't be fooled by the low price tag. You will most definitely pay for it within the first few years.
same scenario. strict budget, paying cash. we went with the crosstrek. premium model with the smaller engine; 2.0 motor comes with a 17" wheel while the 2.5 comes with an 18 and i wanted a cheaper tire replacement cost in the future. out the door at $25,561. id love to hear how the 4 months since u posted this have fared. i liked the trax, but we wanted awd if possible
@@ROBinJVILLE 4 months in and we absolutely love it. Our two older, adult-sized teens fit perfectly in the back with room to spare. We're mostly city mice, so we haven't missed the AWD, and the engine has plenty of pep; never have been left wanting there. Handles like a dream.
The only complaint has been some intermittent glitchy-ness with the infotainment system, which we were aware of going in. Nothing that ever lasts, and is usually resolved with a power cycle or the next time we get in to drive. 95% of the time it works as expected, and some issues that were happening early (static or poor quality sound via wireless CarPlay) haven't happened again in 2+ months.
Gas mileage has been as advertised.
We're taking the advice found elsewhere and sticking to a strict 5K oil change cadence, but our dealership gives us three free oil changes a year for life, so that's no problem at all.
TL;DR - four months in we love our 2024 (base model) Trax more than the first day we drove it off the lot!
@@blacklagooner6452 great to hear 🙏
Great list, including the honourable mentions! Not any misses out of your entire list I don't think. I'd go for maybe a CC Hybrid if I wanted really good fuel economy, and otherwise the base engine CX-30. Don't need all that much space myself
I would’ve added the Kia Niro with it’s three powertrain versatility for that reason alone. Plus, as you say it’s one of the larger ones in the segment. Plus, five year warranty.
I feel the CX-30 is the most driver focused subcompact suv in the segment. I was on the fence about getting a 2024 seltos and the 2024 CX-30. But once I drove the Mazda I completely fell in love with the Interior, engine and exterior. Its just me for now and I don’t prioritize the space. And I am a complete driving enthusiast. Living in Canada, AWD is kind of a must and the added ground clearance is a big bonus. The car is an SUV but it drives like a hot hatch. Just got the delivery for the CX-30 5 days ago, and so far Im loving everything about it.
Unless you got the turbo CX-30, it is more of a "warm" hatch, but yea, at least on good roads it is a very nice driver's car, and definitely a plus that the 2.5L is standard.
Because of Andrea I got the CX 30, if I'm going to pay $35k for a nice solid vehicle I have to make sure I do a lot of research and this channel was a very informative one. I got the 2024 cx 30 turbo premium, no regrets. Im single and no kids so if I ever do have a family one day I'm getting the cx 5 or cx 50.
Also stay away from Kia and Hyundai, even if they are new vehicles their engines deteriorate over time. Not to mention the risk of someone breaking in because of the kia boys. Replacing the windows can get costly over time.
in Europe, the mazda cx30 has a 2.0l engine base version 122 hp (90KW), has 150Hp and and 186hp options, which are also both 2.0L engines.
I absolutely love your channel funny and informative can’t beat that!
The Buick Envista also is amazing. Pure luxury ride. Very affordable.
Also super unreliable
@@jigglejigggleee8765 How do you know. It just came out. Do you own one? Baseless comment.
Great reply, some lameo boomers always have to go Buick... its always bad always gonna be bad blah@@jennifergala
The Avenir version is very nice. A neighbor just got one
Beautiful vehicle. Saw one on the street and was in awe
Great list!!! I’m camp both! Love the CX-30, the backseat is way too small though but so much fun! I’m glad to see the 2024 Chevy Trax make the list because I got it for my daughter and her husband. I drove it today and I’m amazed every time I get in the car with the space, infotainment, even with the three cylinder plenty of power for me, and the value! I do wish it was AWD bc I like the looks of the Trax better than the trailblazer. The same is true of the Buick Envista…I like the look of that better than the Encore! Thanks again for a very entertaining post!
One big omission from the Mazda…..in Canada the unlimited kilometer 3&5 year warranties.
Mazda for the win.
Agree with Zach, rather have the backseat room since my teen kids are over 6'0. I just hope that 3 cylinder is reliable.
Hi Zack and Andrea, Great review! Bought my daughter a Kia Seltos SX for college graduation. So far, so good!
Awesome, great to hear!
How does the turbo drive and how’s the real life fuel economy?
@@abelkwh There is a slight turbo lag at stop but pretty zippy after that. The fuel economy is 25-26 mpg combined (less than others in this car category). Overall, great first new car.
Yea, I love the SX package with navigation, Bose, turbo and 8 speed auto. Probably the best value in the group. If I were buying now in this segment, it would be either the SX or Crosstrek Sport (US trim, has the 2.5L).
I'm camp Zach and camp Andrea. You both are awesome and your videos are the best. Please keep it going, there really isn't another auto review channel quite like this one 😊
I replaced my wife’s 2020 Honda CR-V EXL which was stolen, with a 2022 Honda CR-V, Touring model in September, 2022! In November,22, I bought a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Limited! I absolutely love it! I find it truly, fun to drive, peppy and even averaged 34 mpg/hwy! On hard acceleration the Crosstrek is quieter than the CR-V!
I'm camp Andrea. I love the CX-30, but bought a CX-50 for the space. US based. Really enjoy you two's videos.
2:15 My issue isn't even peak power, its about NVH. When you have an underpowered naturally aspirated engine, you can hear and feel it working REALLY hard. The Trax has an underpowered engine too, at least from a horsepower standpoint, but the fact that its turbocharged muffles the exhaust a bit extra, and the midrange torque means it doesn't have to rev as high and so remains quieter. Same with say a BMW i3 electric, yeah, it doesn't have much power for its weight but the fact that its silent means you can happily floor it all over the place and it doesn't feel like its working hard.
I had a 2024 Kia Seltos EX FWD as a rental 1 month ago for 1 week. I was very impressed with it. Time will tell if I get the Seltos vs the Soul as my next vehicle sometime within the next 6 months.
I bought a Corolla cross hybrid in august- ordered in june-
Make sure you contact multiple dealers, I think that Toyota hybrids are more available than some dealerships would like us to know-
My Dad ordered one in September- it is due any day
Great review! I can’t believe how expensive this class has become. I remember a time when the Hondas and Toyotas in this class topped out under $30K CAD. Now the occupy RAV4 and CRV price territory and the CRV and RAV sit in the previous X3 and GLC price range!! WHOA!
I know, it's crazy, everything has gone up but to be fair all vehicles have more features, technology and driver assist features.
I remember a time when my first new car cost $2500 CAD. It is so strange that prices only go up.
Zack is so right about keyboard part 😂, but I can't blame him, most men are concerned about the economical viewpoint. A 3cylinder engine with turbo with a chevrolet badge, sounds so risky. Although the price is without doubt, mouth watering.
Thanks for the roundup! I'm looking at the Trax, Envista, and the Subaru- both the Crosstrek but also the Impreza. Still mad that my current Mazda rusted out so badly, so Mazda off my list for a while!
Impreza is a talented car.
GM is partial owned by SAIC. Don't buy GM government motors and China.
Love your videos!! Hello from Illinois! You should have millions of subscribers’
Great picks! I agree with you Zach on the Chevy Trax! I actually introduced a co-worker to this model cause he's not familiar with new car options (not a car guy). He took a look at them and really liked the styling and the price. He ended up buying one and he loves it!!
What do you think about chevy trailblazer? My dealership doesn't have trax inventory so they recommend trailblazer to me instead.
@@davidpan1134 I would probably wait for a trax unless you have to have all wheel drive. You don't get much more with the trailblazer for the price. I know a few people that own a new Trax and love them. Try other dealships as well. As always you have to be weary of any new car just cause not all of the bugs have come out yet.
@@tarakelly8573 Thanks, I'm in Toronto so AWD is kinda a must.
As a 2024 Mazda3 Turbo owner, I couldn't agree more with Andrea! I test drove CX30, but eventually decided on mazda3 because I generally prefer sedans over SUV's, but CX30 with turboengine is overkill! It's terrific inside and out, built with impeccable quality (you know where your money goes haha) and drives like no other!
Camp Andrea. The Mazda CX-30 has the best engine, fun to drive, great handling, luxurious cabin and a ton of features like apple wireless CarPlay, HUD, parking sensors, and an amazing BOSE 12 speaker sound system on the higher trims.
Thanks for the video and information. Always enjoyable and helpful! I keep hearing from multiple sources that the Subaru Crosstrek Sport represents good value, build quality, and price point. I have also heard a lot of good press on the Corona Cross. If I can get into one at about the 31k US range for the hybrid- it will be compelling. I suspect it will end up being closer the 36K with the dealer mark-ups these days. I think I'd also like to test drive the Mazda CX-30 based on your recommendation. I plan to test drive all three models and assess which one is the best fit in terms of price point and features.
Thank You Guys, Love the content and all the information above. I purchase a 2022 Taos base model because no CVT good vehicle, also I was going to ask if you test drive a VW Passat GT and what you think ?, Have a great day.
I finally made up my mind and traded my 2014 Civic for a 2024 Honda HRV Sport. Really like the steering and driving position. Overall a good solid subcompact for running around town in. Just me driving so its just fine. Good 2.0 engine as well. I tried it on the highway, a little slow getting going but once your up to speed its pretty smooth and quiet. My city driving mileage is 9.9L/100km, not great but its not unusual for the posted mileage not to always be met under everyday driving conditions.
Like the Trax, but FWD only is a problem in Quebec. What is the best choice with AWD and low fuel consumption? The hybrids are nice, but is there anything available with less than a year wait?
My top 5 (US) in no particular order: 1) CX-30 base engine, 2) Kia Seltos 1.6L turbo 3) Buick Encore GX with 1.3L, 4) Subaru Crosstrek with 2.5L, 5) Buick Envista
CX-30 base engine is kinda lame though IMO, not all that powerful or efficient, and usually you want one of the two. I'd go 1) 2024 Hyundai Kona 2) 2024 Subaru Crosstrek 3) 2024 Kia Seltos 4) 2024 Chevy Trax 5) 2024 Trailblazer with the 1.3
HR-V will get a hybrid powertrain in 2026 when it’s due for a refresh, making it much more competitive, powerful and efficient. I wouldn’t even consider one with the current powertrain as it’s too sluggish.
Poor gas mileage too considering CRV gets better.
Honda made a mistake getting rid of the Fit.
It's a loss of affordable and good fuel economy vehicles in the business.
@dudesome6969 I totally agree! We are the original owners of a 2007 Honda Fit 5 speed manual. Love this car. 163,000 km. Sorry to see it disappear as the mileage is in Hybrid territory and the Magic seats are incredible for hauling everything!! I bet this car will last us at least another 10 years+.
When I was looking for a new car last year, the Mazda CX-30 Turbo was at the top of my list, but eventually I went back to the Subaru Crosstrek because of the added clearance, and the awd that is one of the best in the business (I live in snow country.) I thought I might regret the loss of power, (traded in a 2005 WRX,) or the CVT, (have only driven stick my whole life,) but I am very happy with it. A turbo version of the Crosstrek would be the best, but it's never going to happen.
turbo and stick Wilderness version, that would be dreamy!
Team Andrea with the CX30. Besides the power of the 2.5T engine, the Mazda looks drop-dead gorgeous in soul red. 😊
We bought the 2024 Crosstrek Onyx 2.5 and love it ! Find the dual pinion steering feel to be perfect, highway speeds we only need two fingers to control the strait line stability and find the Crosstrek so nimble in town driving. It looks sporty has great visibility and is so comfortable, can’t say enough, just love it !!! Love your reviews, keep them coming🥰🥰
I worked for Subaru and I can’t help but feel other than the loyalty brand it is just not worth more than a Toyota. But I do love me a crosstrek. With that being said, just make sure you keep up with the maintenance. While working at the service side so many people would not change their oil over a year just cause they wouldn’t reach the mileage. Others would wait until 10k. That boxer engine and the cvt transmission just loves to leak oil once it starts reaching those 80k and above miles.
Again, I love Subaru as a brand in itself and if I had money to spare I’d just go for a Subaru and not care but I just feel
Like Subaru needs to do way better
@@IAmJeka thanks for that information, I’m fanatical about servicing my vehicles, never go the recommended service intervals, I do mine way sooner, even other fluids in my car get changed sooner. Transmission should be done at or before 60,000 kms and everytime there after. Differentials I do at the same time but after breakin I always do both differentials at the first 10,000 km mark. Fluids are the lifeblood of any car and cheap insurance to do them. I must admit though, I never keep a vehicle beyound 100,000 kms. Guess I’m helping out the second owner 😊
Corolla cross hybrid, Rav4 Hybrid or Venza? Which has best value for money? Thank you for your detailed reviews!
I am sorry I am not crazy about Honda and GM. I am crazy about outback and crosstrex. And also Mazda has most of the vehicles are so good looking. VW is not bad. Great show Andrea! 👍🏻👍🏻☕️☕️ Resistance is futile! 😆
It’s hard to believe how much vehicles have gone up I swear it wasn’t that long ago the CR-V was same price as the HR-V. I hate to say it but I also agree with Zach for final pick. I don’t know why Mazda cant make a more spacious vehical. The trax is a great value but lack of all wheel drive in Sask is a deal breaker.
I'm camp Zack for the Trax. I bought one and i love it. I got the Activ metallic nitro yellow for the color.
I like you both Andrea and Zack your channel is outstanding 👏 👌 You both help educate consumers like me understand what's important in the car buying process like the pros and cons you make.
My Kia Seltos SX in Pluton Blue is arriving in January! Happy New Year to me!
I more often agree with Andrea, driving fun is high on my list…however on this one I’ll go with Zack’s choice. The CX-30 is just too compromised for space. It’s a shame because it looks great!
It's really about what you like and what you need. None of these subcompact SUVs can touch Mazda for its handling and precise steering. But if you need the space, there are certainly better options.
I have to agree with Andrea on the CX 30, we love ours, had it two years now, yes, it’s smaller, not that small, , but as mentioned, if you don’t have a need or kids, it’s a wonderful vehicle to jet around in, and it does move fast, my brothers cross tek is very nice with great all wheel drive also, but it’s just so slow, compared to the CX 30, I like the looks of the Mazda better too. It’s nimble and fast, and I personally like the looks of it. We just move our front seats up a little bit if we have a third or fourth passenger, which is very seldom, and they’ve always seemed to be quite content, as it’s generally just for shorter trips anyway. The only thing I’m not crazy about is how small the side windows are, and if you want to put your arm up on the side, It’s a little bit difficult but I can live with it. I’m just not a fan of CVT engines either and Mazda doesn’t have that which I’m very happy with. I agree with Andrea totally ! We only paid 25,000 for our 2022 CX 30. Awd base model, and it has tons of options standard, a great deal we think.
These are awesome videos! Thanks you two.
I have to go with Andrea on this one on the CX-30. What is the point in driving if it isn't fun? Sure there are space compromises but I am not riding in the back seat. You may as well try to drive a refrigerator as it would be the same amount of fun.
I ended up getting the Kona due to price over the Seltos. Seltos has a lower price on paper. But every Kia dealership I called added approx $5000 markup to the price for no reason aside form they can. Kona was pretty much the price on the website. The Toyota dealership told me they were told by Toyota to not take any order for the Corolla Cross. And the Mazda I couldn't get over the Infotainment system. If they had fixed that, it probably would have been my top pick.
They fixed the infotainment system on Mazda. I just got the 2024 model and it has a 10.5 inch touchscreen
@@akshatmathur8992 On the CX-30? I knew they were starting to integrate touchscreens onto the larger models, but was not aware that it had filtered down to the CX-30.
It's been over a month since I picked up my Crosstrek Wilderness and I couldn't be happier! This thing is a beast!
The H-RV has 1.5 turbo and 2.0 hybrid options in other countries. Except its no longer called the H-RV but the Z-RZ. There is still yet another H-RV thats not exported to the US and Canada, and this one is based off the Fit with a 1.5 and 1.5 Turbo as the options.
It should be noted that the prices do not include the destination charge. Add about $1,300 for that. My heart wants a Seltos or Kona. It should be noted that the base Kona in the U.S. is less equipped but also cheaper than the base Seltos. They're both stylish and roomy with great content. Questionable reliability though. Their prices are getting bold, pushing into Honda and Toyota territory when reliability is definitely not there. My head wants an HRV or Corolla Cross. They're the pragmatic choices. Unfortunately, they're also the most lackluster to look at and drive. The Trax appeals to my head and heart. Looks great. Very practical with its size and price. I'm VERY leery about long-term reliability though. Chevy really needs to up their warranty to Hyundai levels for me to feel comfortable buying a Trax.
I just hate that i have to go all the way to limited to get the Powerliftgate... Same w/ kia SX but cheaper.
Beyond value, the new Trax is one of the best looking vehicles in the class, both inside and out. Just wish it could do the occasional light towing duty for a small boat or home center run. The Kia Seltos was impressive in this regard, with very good towing ability for the class. Thanks for the great roundup!
The Crosstrek Wilderness has a transmission oil cooler and is rated to tow 3500 pounds. Not sure that one would want to tow a trailer that weighs as much as the vehicle with only 182 HP, but it should be good for light towing in most circumstances.
Sorry Andrea, I have to go with Zach on this one. Great value for a new car!! Also another great video guys! 👍👍
Love your approach on the ratings, makes perfect sense
Thanks for not putting your hand in the camera at start Zack! Looking forward to that Volvo XE-30
another great video..... cool list 😎
I had a 2020 CX30 with the naturally aspirated engine. Both my wife and I didn’t like it and traded it in after 5 months. The engine, transmission and 22 mpg were a dealbreaker.
What did you trade in for? Doesn’t the cx30 come with 185 hp and 185 ftlbs torque which is fun?
Zack, Zack, Zack. Fair game for wanting to add the Trax, but no need to bury the CX-30 here. It’s a fantastic option in this class and you know it. Backseat room is fair game, but cargo space is such a subjective argument. What are people hauling these days? Dead bodies? You mentioned the turbo as being out of step with the industry and yet you said the Trax has a turbo and that’s not to mention the CX-30 has a non-turbo option. CX-30 has a very nice design (Ferrari Purosangue looks like it), upscale interior, excellent drive, relatively quiet cabin, great sound system, AWD, etc, etc. And have a look at the CX-30’s JD Power ratings and compare it to everything else on this list, and the RAV 4 while I’m at it. Is the CX-30 perfect? No. I can’t wait until they come out with a hybrid/EV option. Still, it’s a great option in this class and it’s an amazing option if you compare it to the luxury sub-compact options.
just bought a cx30 premium. sold me after months of looking at the subaru crosstrek
What colour did you get? How are you finding it? 😊
Nice choice Zack! Chevrolet Trax is a great value.
Not for resale value.
Is Honda CR-V compose to be in this video?
Good to see the Mazda CX30 on the list Andrea! My CX30 GT is a beast and so fun to drive.
Great analysis and I particularly appreciate that you give information specifically for Canada. Having recently been shopping for a new vehicle, I really liked the way the Mazda CX 30 drives. But despite not being overly tall at 5 ft 9 in, I found the Mazda to be a tight fit in the cabin. Particularly, I found the visors above the windshield to be really close to my head. If I had only watched this video before I signed my lease, I definitely would have gone to check out the Chevy Trax. It sounds like a really good deal, particularly if you're leasing short-term.
Hi both, been looking forward to this video top countdown 🎉
Good to hear it!
@@andreaspencer9813 Well, has to be said!
I always apricate Andrea's point of view but I have to go with Zack on prioritizing price and value first.
Do you have a video comparing the trail blazer, Tiguan, RAV4 etc?
The problem with including the Toyota Corolla Cross on any list in Canada is…. It CANNOT be delivered!
I tried to buy one in Southern Ontario. The dealership would not take my order, literally. They are unable to ship or sell the Cross in 2024.
So…. Subaru is my choice. After decades of being a Toyota fan.
Why can't they ship it to Canada? Is this the gas or hybrid model?
Any model of the Cross . The Toyota dealership says the delivery times for a 2024 Corolla Cross are 1 to 2 years.
Why would I buy a model that will be out of date when I pick it up?!
Toyota has a big delivery problem in North America. And so they are losing sales to other brands…. witness my experience.
Bought a Toyota Corolla hybrid SE in Montreal, when I ordered it the date was 16-06-22 and got it beginning of September 2023...
@@MrEnky007
So over a year?!! To deliver a Corolla?!!
That’s not a company that cares about customers
@@spockis51 well I was pretty early on. When I ordered the Corolla cross, the car I had at the time wasn't going well and I didn't want to put money on it. I got lucky, it broke only 1 week before I got the Corolla Cross. I was about to look elsewhere...
Saw a new trax the other day and the new styling is great. No all wheel drive model drove us away from it.
2:40 doggo! Great vid guys!
Thanks u! How about sub compact cars?
I can feel you Andrea.. Mazda is no question especially the CX 30 turbo 👏👏👏
Kia Niro vs Chev Trax? Tough call they are very similar in size but the MSRP is about $4,700 US more for the Niro. Zack commented that the Niro HEV is underpowered. How does it compare to the 1.2L T in the Trax?
Looking at inventory for Trax in Seattle I see one dealer is selling some models at MSRP while the same dealer has a $2K markup on another Trax. The other dealer has more stock and is advertising MSRP with some discounted $1,200. A brand new, updated CUV at $21,400 is unbeatable for someone looking for that size vehicle with a 5 yr / 6t0,000 mile drivetrain warranty! Good call Zack.
That said, I have never been a GM fan. if I had the extra $5K I'd spring for the Niro as it has a solid, proven drivetrain (8+ yrs), much longer warranty, and will go twice as far on a gallon of gas in the city. I also confess to being the happy owner of a 2019 Niro PHEV😁
I would love to see some videos and thoughts about car safety and who makes the list. Having been in two accidents within the last two years, (I was at a complete stop in my lane waiting to make a left turn for both) safety has become my #1 thing over price and features. Lots of great cars on the list, but I'll need to search the safety scores before making a decision.
Sorry Zack, I’m in the Andrea camp on this one. I’d go Mazda first and then Seltos. Power over practicality for me. Taos not bad either. However, I’ve never owned a Volkswagen. So, an unknown entity for me. Great review!
I love y'all's videos ❤
I agree on Zacks pick, the Chevrolet Trax. $12 grand cheaper than the Mazda. I do like the Mazda as well, but not $12 grand more for most expensive model. I will be test driving a Chevrolet trax soon. Love value and features. can’t beat it Thanks for your video.
Well actually base model to base model, there is only a difference of $6,340 CAD/$4,595 USD which may be enough to sway people who are on a tighter budget. However, the Mazda comes standard with AWD and it has a lot more power in a 2.5L non-turbo engine vs the Trax with a 1.2L turbocharged 3-cylinder engine. You can't compare the CX-30's turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder with 227 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque on regular fuel, that's where the almost $12,000 CAD difference comes into play. They are night and day at that point. However, if you just want to drive an inexpensive FWD model, the Trax is tough to beat, but it doesn't compare with the CX-30 for driving dynamics. Different needs and wants.
6k is a a lot you're right, not 12k. still that's like 9 after taxes and fees :o@@andreaspencer9813
what do you think about Nissan Kicks?
Crosstrek is the most sensible choice. No other vehicle ticks all boxes
Except that horrible looking and ridiculous big screen in the dash…worst of the bunch.
It is definitely in my top two to test drive. I think the Sport model is nice looking, affordable, and lots of great features. As you say- ticks all the boxes!
I keep hearing praise that subcompact vehicles got bigger, but then aren't they no longer subcompacts and simply compact SUVs? What is the difference between a subcompact and compact other than size?
Yes subcompact vehicles are getting bigger but many compact SUVs are also getting bigger. The HR-V and CR-V are perfect examples of that.
Kona is really nice. The base 2.0 is in my 2018 Elantra, with manual transmission... the engine is so reliable. I'm very impressed. I have 135k on it and other than brakes once and gen maintenance, I had to change a wheel bearing..and the water outlet was seeping. Under $500 in 6 yrs. Car has been amazing.
Enjoy watching your shows!! I like the Chevy Trax body style and price! The size is larger than my current Nissan Rogue Sport, which I like as well!!!!!
Trax resale is going to be crap.
Team Zach, I bought the Buick envista avenir with all the options. Power hatch, heated steering wheel and seats, adaptive cruise, auto wipers and all led lighting. Plus 3 years of free WiFi hotspot and onstar. 31k U.S. I have never gotten so many compliments on a car before. Everyone thinks it costs 10 to 15k more!
OK Zack so you mentioned the bank account: What about the fact that the mazda 2.5 engine has a proven ten year track record and is one of the most reliable engines on the market today? Compare that to the Chevy three cylinder turbo??? What about the fact that the mazda has a (non cvt) transmission that is also one of the most reliable on the market compared to a new transmission from Chevrolet which is not too likely to latst very long?? I think long term reliablity is the key factor if you are thinking about dollars. It is nice that JD power rates all cars about the same for reliability but i would suggest checking multiple sources. If you were to do that, you would find that Mazda is consisently rated as the most reliable brand all around these days, even bettter than Toyota and if just feels so muich better :) However, I would recommend the CX-5 over the CX-30 have driven both. Thanks for the laughs!
i live in california the trak looks like a great car for around town
Kia Seltos 24 now have wireless Apple Car Play and Android on some trims. Also you should mention if these sub compacts offer power side mirrors that fold. This is very important for city owners that need to park these cars in narrow urban garages….. especially since they tend to get larger every year.
As a fellow team mazda i knew Andrea would pick cx-30. I think cx-30 is great if you dont use backseat much. I wouldnt want to put a child seat in there as there are simply not enough rooms. Good for young couple with no kids. If i may actually suggest an alternative then it would be cx-5. Cx-5 is actually not much bugger than the biggies in “subcompact” like HRV and taos. And It’s not much more expensive. Really give it a try if you are buying a subcompact. Its one of the smaller compact suvs and a really great alternative.
“All about the thriftiness” Zack says from his Porsche. 🤣
Great show guys
I liked the Mazda better except when it came to the price I have to go with the Chevy
I would agree on the Crosstrek, Seltos, and Corolla Cross (only the hybrid). My fourth pick would be the CX-30 since I am retired and usually only have two passengers. The negatives for the CX-30 other than the cramped interior are the beam rear axle and the non touch infotainment system.
Not sure what I would pick for #5. Probably Kona, but that is basically the Kia. Not a fan of the HR-V: relatively expensive, has a mediocre AWD system and needs an optional powerplant or the Civic turbo as the standard engine. Since I live in snow country, the Trax is a no go from the start. Any "SUV" without the availability of AWD is only a pretender IMO.
Bro I can't believe anybody would leave out the cx-30 when talking about subcompact. It has the most luxurious feel for its segment and excellent value
How about hyundai venue? Compare this cars? I just want to know
What are you sitting in while you do the review?
Great show guys. I’m team Subaru!
I’ve had 3 brand new Mazdas and loved them all. Currently with a cx5 and looking to get new and different then Mazda this time around. Was looking at a trax or Buick envista then seen the taos
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Where would the new Buick Envista rate? Top 10?