The best small cars with automatic transmission: 2024 rating

Every year, more and more drivers choose an automatic transmission instead of a traditional manual transmission. It is convenient and practical. An additional reason is the growing number of electric vehicles that do not have a traditional gearbox.

Compact cars that are ideal for city driving are now in the top sales. Experts have compiled a rating of the best small cars with an automatic transmission.

Renault Clio

The new Renault Clio has two engines to choose from: A 1-liter gasoline engine and an economical E-Tech hybrid. Only the latter is equipped with an automatic transmission, but both are great options on the road. The Clio E-Tech hybrid produces 143 hp, and the power is controlled by a four-speed automatic with two electric motors. It is the cheapest and most economical hybrid, according to experts.

Seat Ibiza

The Seat Ibiza is another great option if you need a small car with an automatic transmission. While the supermini is sold with a five-speed manual transmission as standard, sporty FR and higher trims get the option of a seven-speed automatic transmission. The car is powered by a 1-liter turbocharged gasoline engine from the Volkswagen Group, which produces 113 hp and provides acceleration to 100 km/h in 10.3 seconds.

Skoda Fabia

The car has a 1.0-liter TSI gasoline engine with a seven-speed automatic transmission. The Skoda Fabia is relatively roomy, practical and has a comfortable interior. What's more, this model rides better than some luxury cars on the market.

Toyota Yaris

Another great supermini on this list, the Toyota Yaris is offered with an automatic transmission as standard, and an e-CVT that is programmed to select the most efficient gear. Fortunately, it works just like a traditional automatic. There is only one engine option, a 1.5-liter hybrid gasoline unit. The 114 hp output of this Yaris is combined with class-leading efficiency.

Jeep Avenger

Jeep's compact crossover has a gasoline variant with a mild hybrid and an automatic transmission. This is the same six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission as the Vauxhall Corsa and Peugeot 208 – both of which, like Jeep, are part of the Stellantis with an electric motor mounted on the gearbox. The electric motor and gearbox combination increases performance by 30% in the midrange.

Hyundai i20

The Hyundai i20 is a stylish option available with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The car has a 1-liter turbocharged engine with a capacity of only 99 hp.

Toyota Aygo X

The second Toyota on the list of the best small cars with automatic transmission is the Aygo X, a compact crossover. It is equipped with a 1-liter gasoline engine (note, there is no turbocharger) with an output of 70 hp. Since it is not a hybrid, it is much cheaper than the larger Yaris.

Honda Jazz

There is only one engine and only one transmission available on the Honda Jazz. The Jazz comes with an e-CVT, making it one of the most expensive options on this list. It's a full hybrid, unlike the Avenger and Corsa, so it can provide electric-only driving at low speeds, and the engine works as a generator to charge the battery.

Peugeot 208/Vauxhall Corsa

The Peugeot 208 is mechanically similar to the Vauxhall Corsa and includes a six-speed automatic transmission that is equipped with an electric motor. The hybrid provides 15% less fuel consumption than a conventional gasoline car. A choice of power options is available – 100 or 136 horsepower.

Mini Cooper

The new Mini Cooper will receive changes for its new generation. It will be offered only as an automatic, with two options: a standard or a sporty dual-clutch automatic. The new Mini comes with some decent equipment as standard, including a heated steering wheel, a huge round infotainment display, LED headlights, a parking assistance system, and a suite of safety technologies.

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