Pros
- Tons of standard tech features
- Impressive fuel efficiency
- Agile and nimble
Cons
- Cramped rear seats
- Less cargo space than rivals
- Some low-rent interior bits
82025 Genesis G70
Starting MSRP: $42,500

If you’re looking for something a little different, Genesis‘ latest generation of vehicles shakes things up a little bit. The smallest in the stable of sedans is the G70, a compact luxury sedan with a unique design and tons of interesting features. With a styling update in 2022 and a new engine in 2024, it now manages to compete in its segment just as well as any of the old guard.
Performance Specifications
Engine | 2.5-Liter Turbocharged Inline-Four |
Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic |
Horsepower | 300 HP |
Torque | 311 LB-FT |
Driveline | RWD or AWD |
0-60 MPH | 5.9 Seconds |
Top Speed | 155 MPH |
2025 Acura Integra
Starting MSRP: $33,000

If you’re looking for a luxury sedan, the Integra is one of the most affordable options on the market. Some will complain that it’s just a plush Honda Civic Si, which is something we can’t argue hard against. However, we don’t think that’s a bad thing. With a more comfortable interior, higher quality materials, and a sharper exterior, we think it is well worth the premium.
Performance Specifications
Engine | 1.5-Liter Turbocharged Inline-Four |
Transmission | CVT or 6-Speed Manual |
Horsepower | 200 HP |
Torque | 192 LB-FT |
Driveline | FWD |
0-60 MPH | 7 Seconds |
Top Speed | 135 MPH |
The Acura pulls its engine directly from a Civic Si, but it comes matted to a continuously variable transmission in the Integra. Top trims can instead opt for a six-speed manual, which we would suggest as it is much more fun. If you’re looking for something raunchier, the Integra Type S instead features a two-liter turbocharged inline-four that makes 320 horsepower and can hit 60 miles per hour in 5.1 seconds.
Pros
- Available manual transmission
- Tons of fun to throw around a corner
- More spacious than you’d expect
Cons
- Road noise permeates the cabin
- Could use a power bump
- Civic Si offers similar performance for less money
92025 Audi A3
Starting MSRP: $38,200

The smallest car offered by Audi in North America is the handsome little A3. Despite its small stature, it has a lot to offer, with plenty of the best bits from larger and more expensive Audis trickling down. Along with the premium materials and high-end tech in the cabin that we expect from the brand, the Audi A3 also delivers a pretty entertaining driving experience.
Performance Specifications
Engine | 2.0-Liter Turbocharged Inline-Four |
Transmission | 7-Speed Auto-Shift Manual |
Horsepower | 201 HP |
Torque | 221 LB-FT |
Driveline | AWD |
0-60 MPH | 6 Seconds |
Top Speed | 127 MPH |
Every 2025 A3 comes with the same setup, with the four-banger pairing with a seven-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. The engine makes use of a 48-volt hybrid system as well. The A3 offers a good balance between comfort and playfulness, with a well-tuned chassis and ride quality that outperforms its price tag. Of course, Audi offers the much more powerful S3 for those looking for a more dedicated sports sedan.