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This October, shoppers can lease a 2026 Honda Civic LX for as little as $229 a month for 39 months or a loaded Civic Sport Touring Hybrid for just $299 a month.

Manufacturer cargo specs tend to be inconsistent at best, so Cars.com’s editors began measuring vehicle cargo space using their own methodology. These are the results thus far.

The new trim level leapfrogs the Honda Civic Sport Hybrid, giving buyers of the gas-engine Civic some features from the range-topping Sport Touring Hybrid.

The 2027 model's EPA fuel-economy ratings change from 2026, with a gain in city efficiency but a large drop in the highway rating resulting in a slightly lower combined rating.

The 2027 Kia K4 is a compact car available as a sedan or hatchback starting at $23,635 for the sedan and $26,335 for the hatch.

There are a variety of models with a rock-bottom base price, many of which also get good gas mileage — see our top 10 cheapest new cars on the market.

The 2027 Honda Civic Type R gets a light refresh and a more refined ride, but it’s still only offered with a manual transmission. Pricing starts at $49,990 (including destination).

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

The 2027 Subaru Impreza cuts its price by nearly $2,000 with a new base trim while also upgrading the base engine.

The 2027 Kia Niro combines space, value, affordability and efficiency in a fresh-faced package, with pricing for the updated subcompact SUV starting at $31,385 (with destination).