Top 10 best small cars of 2024: which one to choose

Small cars are a great investment if you need a cheap and economical model. Small cars are best suited for big cities, as they are ideal for parking and maneuvering.

Experts have published a rating of the best small cars that have shown excellent results in test drives. They demonstrate an attractive price-quality ratio and are worthy of competition in the car market.

Fiat Panda

Fiat has mastered the art of creating small cars. You could say that Fiat sets the trends in this category. Small-sized models stand out for their quality and style in a segment where nondescript square boxes are more common. The car has a power output of 100 hp, but the situation is improved by a smart body kit and thin alloy wheels. The lightweight 1.4-liter twin engine is quite good, and thanks to the tightly spaced six-speed gearbox, the Panda is easy to drive on the road.

Toyota IQ

The Toyota IQ is a truly innovative car. This is a model that will be a really smart investment. The car was even somewhat ahead of its time when it went on sale in 2008. Power comes from a reliable three-cylinder engine. The main advantages of Toyota IQ are quality, economy and low fuel consumption.

Renault Clio R.S.

The original Renault Clio R.S. can claim the title of the best small car. The Clio is equipped with a 2.0-liter 16-volt engine that produces 172 hp. This is enough to accelerate it to 100 km per hour in about seven seconds. The car has a top speed of 225 km/h. Thanks to wide tires, sports suspension and alloy wheels, Renault Clio has perfect maneuverability. Improvements to the model were made quickly and efficiently, culminating in the 182 Trophy with Ohlins shock absorbers, which took the Clio to a whole new level.

Ford-Sportka

The Ford-Sportka literally shook up the supermini market in its day. It went on sale back in 1996. With MK3 Fiesta mechanics hidden under Ford's striking New Edge design, the Ford-Sportka had almost no competitors. The Ford-Sportka demonstrated control and poise that were unlike any other supermini of the 90s. The only drawback was the not-so-reliable 1.3-liter engine. Ford solved the problem by replacing it with a 1.6-liter engine, which produced 50% more power and reduced the 0-100 km/h time to ten seconds. But the best changes were made to the chassis, with lowered suspension, stiffer anti-roll bars, and additional bracing.

David Brown Automotive Mini Remastered

Drivers with a limited budget probably won't look at the David Brown Automotive Mini, which costs more than $120,000. DBA has complemented the classic Mini shape by adding stylish styling, large wheels, and a slim body kit to an all-new OEM++ shell. The interior is equipped with expensive upholstery and an infotainment system screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. DBA has redesigned the A-series with a 1,275 cc engine displacement to 1.4, producing 125 hp, which means this 700 kg supermini can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in about seven seconds.

Volkswagen Up GTI

Experts say that the Volkswagen Up GTI is a breath of fresh air in the mini market. The Volkswagen has a high-quality body kit and alloy wheels. Volkswagen has equipped the interior with tartan seats and a golf ball-shaped gearshift knob. The Up GTI is quite fast. Its three-cylinder turbocharged engine has decent average power.

Audi A2

Wanting to add style to the supermini segment, Audi gave the A2 an aluminum chassis with a space frame, which meant that some versions weighed less than 900 kg - not bad for a five-door supermini that could seat four adults in relative comfort. The A2 is great to drive. It is available with an interesting two-cylinder turbodiesel engine or a more conventional four-cylinder gasoline engine.

Fiat Panda 4x4

This is the second Fiat Panda on this list. The car compensates for certain disadvantages with its light weight and maneuverability. The 4x4 Panda has been around since 1983, but experts prefer the TwinAir two-cylinder model. However, if you expect excellent fuel economy, it is better to ignore this model. It is definitely not about economy.

Mercedes A-Class

The Mercedes A-Class will always be remembered for its fateful performance in the Swedish test, where it demonstrated a worrying tendency to roll over during high-speed evasive maneuvers. The installation of wider tires, lower suspension, and ESP gave the chassis new stability.

Renaultsport Twingo

The Renaultsport's mastery of the front-wheel drive chassis is legendary. Power comes from a 1.6-liter 16-volt 133 hp engine, which in the 1,049-kilogram Twingo accelerates to 100 km per hour in 8.7 seconds and reaches a top speed of 200 km per hour. The car has shown high reliability ratings.

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