A growing number of small cars has exploded on the scene in recent years. From the Mini Cooper and Honda Fit to other bite-sized subcompacts with equally peppy names, the Go-Cart-As-Road-Vehicle craze is slowly migrating across the Pond. Are these vehicles fuel efficient? You bet. Will they protect you in a face off with a mid-sized vehicle? Dubious.
Consider your needs—how often you use highways, how far you travel each day, parking, city traffic, and hauling capacity. If you have children, pretty much count out these tiny transports. Rear room for a car seat is nearly non-existent and good luck fitting thta stroller you bought at Walmart anywhere but in your lap. For single, slender, and urban going people, a small car may be your best bet.
Keep in mind that acceleration is not the best, given a modest engine, and you'll definitely want to add all safety features available. If you reside in a smaller town or live very close to work and need a glorified go-cart, take advantage of the savings. Earning upwards of 40 mpg on the highway, pocketing your extra cash as you zip in and out of traffic.
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