The 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia ranked #1 in Luxury Small Cars. Currently the Alfa Romeo Giulia has a score of 9.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 18 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Authoritative engines Class-leading athletic handling
Cons Restricted rear-seat legroom Limited cargo space
A short stint behind the wheel is all it takes to fall in love and forgive its flaws.
Pros Hot-blooded styling, designer interior, fun-loving driving dynamics.
Cons Stingy storage cubbies, inadequate backup camera, untested long-term reliability.
The 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia presents plenty of compelling reasons to jump ship from the “default” sports sedan brands.
Pros So good to drive Quadrifoglio is almost a Ferrari sedan Gorgeous styling Reasonable value Many permutations available
Cons Tight rear seat Infotainment way behind Rivals are more efficient Some cheap bits inside Reliability a big question mark
The 2018 Hyundai Accent clouds the new-or-used question, but only in well-equipped Limited trim.
Pros City-street nimble Pretty, if not distinctive Well-equipped as a Limited Quieter cabin
Cons No more hatchback No AEB on SE or SEL Full-throttle noise Gas mileage isn’t tops in class
No need for excuses here: The Accent, with its distinctive design and fuel-sipping engine, is a fine choice for an economical car. The interior feels more upscale than that of the competition, but the Accent is available only as a sedan. Its 130-hp 1.6-liter inline-four pairs with either a standard perky six-speed manual or an optional sluggish six-speed automatic.
Pros Mature design, nicely equipped, overall sophistication.
Cons Modest fuel economy, sluggish automatic, weaker value than the base model.
The 2018 Hyundai Accent is all-new. It rides atop a new chassis that is a half-inch longer than before, yielding slightly more interior space and passenger room. Increased use of high-strength steel in the frame and the body promises improved handling dynamics, and the revised four-cylinder engine delivers better fuel economy.
PROS Comfortable ride and impressively quiet cabin Spacious interior is upscale for the segment Long warranty coverage provides peace of mind Fuel efficiency is more competitive
CONS Enhanced safety aids only available on top trim level Lacks in-dash navigation but connects to smartphone nav apps
