Subcompact

After its 2023 refresh that added an upscale exterior and more available comfort features, the 2024 Nissan Versa rolls into its next model year with no notable changes or significant updates.

A generously equipped 2023 Mini Countryman seems overpriced for a subcompact SUV, but a closer examination of its upscale trim and features — along with its athletic character — makes its steep pricing more understandable.

The Nissan Kicks is due for a refresh, but the model isn’t entering 2024 unchanged due to a lack of effort on Nissan’s part.

With the introduction of Hyundai Pay, the brand’s new in-vehicle payment service, owners of the 2024 Kona can now pay for parking through the SUV’s touchscreen.

To earn the Top Safety Pick+ award, the 2023 Prius and Prius Prime earned good ratings in the driver-side small overlap front, passenger-side small overlap front, updated side and original moderate overlap front crash tests.

For 2024, Kia’s subcompact hatchback brings a new EX Designer Package and a sleep mode for the Smart Key.

The 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid has a lot going for it with its straightforward controls, a relatively comfortable if basic interior and a decent list of standard equipment.

Pricing creeps up between $1,500 and $2,800, depending on trim level, but in exchange for more money, buyers get more Kona.

The core appeal of the Corolla is mainstream transportation that’s affordable to buy and affordable to drive, thanks in part to competitive fuel efficiency for each of its versions.

The 2024 Hardtop and Convertible return with more standard features, trim options and available manual transmissions.