2026 Chevrolet Trax

A total of seven models from five automakers still start at prices below $25,000, and all of them are cars or subcompact SUVs.

Many subcompact vehicles force consumers to choose between passenger and cargo space, but the Chevy Trax achieves a mostly successful balance, with a couple of caveats.

Small-car shoppers on a budget who are looking for something with a little personality and a lot of value should check out the 2026 Chevrolet Trax.

Take a look at how the Latch system and each car seat scored in our Car Seat Check of the 2026 Chevrolet Trax.

The cheapest new car sold in the U.S. is gone for 2026, but some automakers still offer some affordably priced alternatives.

Chevy sticks with the winning formula for its Trax SUV, adding two new exterior colors but leaving the rest alone, for a starting price of $22,995 (including destination).