It’s hard to beat the noises a well-designed, high-performance engine makes; experiencing this is of life’s great pleasures, especially when it isn’t adulterated by restrictive exhaust systems or synthesized bullshit piped through a vehicle’s speakers.

Hyundai is drawing closer to selling a subcompact crossover that will sit below the Tucson in its lineup.

Mazda officially revealed the new Mazda2 sub-compact today as production began on the car in Japan.

Smart just debuted its new fortwo and forfour city cars at an event in Berlin marking the return of a four-seat car to the brand.

The next Smart ForTwo and ForFour are scheduled to be revealed later today, but images of the cars meant to showcase their JBL speaker systems are revealing them early.

With a price that starts close to the $20,000 mark, the MINI Cooper isn’t trying to compete with other subcompacts that are available for thousands less. Where other small cars compromise interior design, driving dynamics and available features, the Cooper offers a comparatively rich package… for a price.

Residual value is one of the most important factors to consider when obtaining a new vehicle, especially if you plan on leasing. How much it’s worth at the end of the contract has a huge impact on how much you’ll be paying each month. Which cars on the market today hold their value best? The folks at ALG have it all figured out. In no particular order, here they are.

Would you buy a car with a three-cylinder engine? Believe it or not, the North American three-cylinder revolution has begun.

Starting at $15,455, the Hyundai Accent has long been a value proposition in the sub-compact segment and for 2014, the car gets a few more standard features.

Chevrolet announced today that it will call back 218,000 Chevrolet Aveos because of a potential fire risk.

There is no greater marketing advantage in the automotive industry than being able to give a vehicle the coveted “lowest priced vehicle on the market” title.

Despite its small size, the Chevrolet Spark doesn’t have a hard time standing out. With its K-pop styling and bright paint colors, the car easily catches the eyes of many pedestrians and other motorists.

Unlike most new cars, the Versa S is not strong on showroom appeal; its job is to allow dealers to place newspaper ads that scream “DRIVE HOME A NEW VERSA FOR JUST $59 DOWN!” while the sales reps upsell their prospects to vehicles that are nicer and more profitable rather than the $12,800 base Versa sedan.

The Honda Fit is a bit of a mystery in the automotive world. Seeming to offer everything customers could want in a sub-compact hatchback, sales of the Fit have lingered mid-pack over the years.

A redesigned version of the spunky little Mazda2 was spotted frolicking in Europe. The car was dressed in a festive zebra pattern, but not because Easter is nearly here; it’s so we can’t get a good look. Still some information about this 2016 model can be gleaned.

The 2014 Nissan Versa Note has one objective. It’s supposed to give customers more for less. It’s designed to give more space, features and comfort while offering better fuel efficiency than its major competitors. With my wife being a noted aficionado of spacious, value-packed vehicles, what better car to have her test out for our ongoing Second Opinion series?

Sub-compacts and a powerful pickup truck are on the menu this week for AutoGuide Now, our weekly sneak-peek at what new cars are being tested by the AutoGuide.com team.

We’re thinking small on this week’s installment of Ask AutoGuide, where value reigns supreme. Are cheap and cheerful mutually exclusive traits or can they really coexist in an automobile? We aim to find out and help one faithful reader in the process.

Would you believe that you could get a vehicle with a 50-mpg combined rating for under $25,000?

The next-generation Toyota Yaris will not only be built by Mazda, it will feature one of the brand’s SkyActiv engines.

Small cars are BIG, especially in places like Europe where space is at a premium. Foreshadowing an upcoming next-generation subcompact model the folks at Mazda revealed their Hazumi Concept here in Geneva.

Volkswagen will reveal a quartet of subcompact Polos at next week’s Geneva Motor Show. Naturally fuel efficiency is a top priority with these models but the company hasn’t forgotten about performance.

The affordable Mitsubishi Mirage makes a solid argument in its base form, catering to drivers looking for a no-nonsense sub-compact with useable cargo space and excellent fuel economy. As select as that criteria is, the Mirage makes less sense as you move up to the ES level, where its biggest asset – the small price – is diminished.

Nissan plans to discontinue the Versa sedan in Canada in favor of the bargain-priced Micra that will launch in that market this year.

Mazda will be debuting an all-new Hazumi concept at this year’s Geneva Motor Show, which will preview the next-generation Mazda2.

Toyota is reportedly considering adding a subcompact SUV model to its lineup, a vehicle that would slot under the current RAV4.

The Nissan Micra debuted at the Montreal Auto Show earlier this year, but the company announced pricing today at the 2014 Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto.

Small cars are making inroads in America. Last year sub-compact car sales increased by nearly four percent and city cars grew by a whopping 52 percent. Automakers are keen to cash in on this burgeoning segment, but not all of them have the same idea as to what best fits the marketplace.

The second day of auto shows aren’t usually filled with incredibly exciting news and Hyundai continued this tradition with its introduction of the limited edition 2014 Hyundai Veloster RE:FLEX.